Part-Time Behavioral Interventionist (Up to $24.00 per hour)

FosterAdopt Connect•Wichita, KS

2d•$22 - $24•Hybrid

About The Position

FosterAdopt Connect (FAC) works with children, youth, and families as they navigate the complexities of the child welfare system. With the help of innovative leadership, we are a dedicated, professional staff with a history of over 20 years of experience working in the Kansas and Missouri foster care systems. Be part of a progressive, diverse and inclusive organization that connects children with families that provide a safe, stable environment for foster and adoptive children. Join us in changing the lives of foster children, one child and one family at a time.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Minimal requirement of High school diploma; bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
At least one (1) year of experience working with youth with elevated behavioral/emotional needs preferred.
Must be willing and able to perform safety holds on clients who are at immediate risk for harming themselves or others.
Must be able to navigate stairs, climb, twist, bend, and lift up to 100 pounds.
Must have smart phone (Android/iPhone) and laptop/computer willing to use for work purposes.
Willing to commute up to 20/25 miles to a client’s home.
Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Solid commitment to the principles of support and advocacy for foster and adoptive families.
Ability to collaborate and advocate for positive outcomes, using excellent interpersonal skills.
Flexible schedule and a self-starter; able to multi-task while also being highly detail-oriented while meeting all deadlines.
Use effective communication and interpersonal skills that consistently respect children, adults, and their families.
Demonstrates the ability to learn and to practice teamwork; patient and compassionate.
Understands and respects the necessity for confidentiality while maintaining flexibility and adaptability; able to shift styles to fit the needs of a wide range of cultures, people, and organizations.
Positive and calm presence in all situations.
Ability to commute to meetings within surrounding counties.

Nice To Haves

bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
At least one (1) year of experience working with youth with elevated behavioral/emotional needs preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one services to clients enrolled in the Behavioral Interventionist program, following requirements and policies of agency, contracts, state regulations and COA standards at all times.
Maintain strong, open communication with supervisors, caregivers of clients to ensure service efficacy and approval of agenda and activities during shifts. Adhere to family routines and structure, as established.
Provide direct supervision to client at all times and assist clients through completion of daily responsibilities, activities, and living skills with direction, coaching, and approved intervention strategies at all times.
Actively and regularly engage with client by using approved Bruce Perry trauma-informed brain stimulating activities.
Adhere to the goals established in the Individualized Behavioral Objective Plan to help youth work toward and achieve treatment goals.
Model positive behavior and effective problem-solving techniques, and model ethical and professional behavior at all times.
Complete all shift documentation the same day of a shift worked.
Participate as an active team member by attending and participating in all scheduled staff meetings and professional development trainings and supervisions.
Meet with client’s professional team and attend court hearings as requested by supervisor if necessary.
Maintain First Aid/CPR Certification/CPI Certification.