Behavior Interventionist – Backpack Program

THE WORK YOU DO CAN BE CHALLENGING AND YOU DESERVE SUPPORT!

The work you do is hugely important. At Laraway Youth and Family Services, we recognize that and make sure you have
SUPPORT
from the Case Manager, Behavior Consultant, and Program Clinician so you can do your best work. Our generous benefits package is designed to take care of you and your family. Please consider joining our team!

Under the direction of the Case Manager, and with ongoing supervision, supports and training from Behavior Consultation staff and Program Clinician, the Behavior Interventionist provides individualized support services to assigned youth who have significant social, behavioral and emotional needs.

• Collect and maintain on-going data for required for treatment, school, program, agency and billing (E.g. ABC sheets, reports, graphs, etc.)
• Maintain communication with school personnel, treatment providers, Laraway staff, and family
• Provide monthly progress summaries to Program Coordinator
• Complete all agency, billing and program paperwork accurately, within the identified timeframe and in accordance with federal and state mandates.
• Attend and participate in program staff meetings, as assigned
• Attend and participate in treatment team meetings as requested
• Attend and participate in educational, clinical and behavioral supervision meetings and trainings as assigned
• Plan activities for school vacations as directed

• Provide 1:1 service in school and community to identified client, in a variety of settings and/or locations
• Provide direct supervision, supportive counseling, social skills building and daily living skills
• Provide transportation to and from community activities, mental health appointments, and when necessary, school
• Communicate with family as directed
• Problem solve and manage crises
• Manage the physical safety of client and others
• Appropriately advocate for client
• Work Independently and as a team member

• Communicate behavioral data to appropriate treatment providers
• Defer complex issues to Program Coordinator
• Implement behavior plans and procedures designed to address identified goals and objectives
• Communicate behavioral data to appropriate education providers
• Use education materials provided by school, as an opportunity to teach daily living skills
• Other Duties:
  As Assigned

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance with minimal premium contribution and HRA!
• Life insurance (Paid)
• Paid time off (CTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Long Term Disability insurance (Paid)
• EAP (Paid)
• Paid or discounted memberships (gyms, Headspace, fuel, local businesses, and more!)
• Additional insurance offerings include dependent & domestic partner coverage, short-term disability, pet insurance, AFLAC, accident, etc.
• Paid leave
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts

• Bachelor’s in a related field is preferred; however, Bachelor’s Degree nearing completion and relevant experience with a strong staff development plan may be considered.
• Experience working with youth - 2 years (Preferred)
• Successfully clearing (and maintaining clearance) Criminal Background Check.
• Valid driver’s license, excellent driving record, and daily access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle.

• Must be able to work effectively within the structure of the school keeping Laraway ethics and conduct expectations for behavior at the forefront at all times.
• Ability to document student treatment and progress using a variety of methods such as Point Sheets, Progress Notes and EMR.
• Ability to complete and maintain Handle with Care,…