Youth Behavior Intervention Specialist

Sasha Bruce; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Behavior Modification Technician at Sasha Bruce Therapeutic Group Home in Washington, DC reports to the Clinician and Program Director and provides behavioral supports for youth in foster care, using positive reinforcement and crisis intervention.

You will help create Behavior Modification and Management Plans, support structured programming, and document progress within 24–48 hours while coordinating with social workers and families to ensure safe, consistent care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related Human Services field preferred, or at least 2 years’ experience.
• Competency in crisis intervention and de-escalation.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Work with Clinician to create Behavior Modification and Management Plans for clients.
• Support structured programming targeting coping skills, mental health and wellbeing; assist clinician in trainings.
• Employ behavior management techniques to reinforce appropriate behaviors in the group home.
• Anticipate and respond quickly to immediate needs and escalating behaviors.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation to stabilize youth and foster safety.
• Regularly connect with social workers, probation officers and families to support residents.
• Complete service documentation in client records within 24–48 hours; maintain confidential files.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and supervision; provide on-call coverage as needed.
• Must support Sasha Bruce Youthwork’s mission to end youth homelessness, and promote racial equity and inclusion.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related Human Services field

Job description

The Behavior Modification Technician at Sasha Bruce Therapeutic Group Home in Washington, DC reports to the Clinician and Program Director and provides behavioral supports for youth in foster care, using positive reinforcement and crisis intervention.

You will help create Behavior Modification and Management Plans, support structured programming, and document progress within 24–48 hours while coordinating with social workers and families to ensure safe, consistent care.