We are excited to be expanding our team and add additional support for the children in our care. If you're interested in joining this dynamic team, please apply today!

THE POSITION:

The Behavioral Intervention Specialist is responsible for providing tiered, trauma-informed behavioral support to K–12 students in the Hope School Project. This role collaborates with educators, administrators, families, and support teams to engage students in strength-based planning, foster positive coping skills, and implement individualized behavior support strategies. The Behavioral Intervention Specialist models restorative practices, advocates for students, and provides coaching and consultation to school staff. This position requires a flexible, collaborative, and eager-to-learn professional committed to supporting youth impacted by trauma.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect data based on Functional Behavior Assessments and provide support using neurobiologically and trauma-responsive strategies.
• Collaborate with students to identify replacement behaviors and build coping, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Provide in-classroom modeling, coaching, and consultation to educators on trauma-informed practices and behavioral interventions.
• Offer direct student support during behavioral incidents and facilitate restorative conversations and planning.
• Monitor student progress by collecting data, assessing the effectiveness of interventions, and modifying plans as needed.
• Support the implementation of classroom-based social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons and behavioral teaching strategies.
• Provide supervision and regulation support in various school settings, including during transitions and non-classroom time.
• Collaborate with the Team to refer students to appropriate school or community-based supports when additional services are required.
• Build and maintain positive rapport with students from diverse backgrounds, with sensitivity to socio-economic challenges.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of students and the mission of the Hope School Project.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of school-based or behavioral intervention experience.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and positive behavioral supports.
• Effective leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• 21+ Years of age.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Behavioral Technician or other Behavioral certification preferred

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

• Basic knowledge of Google and other database programs
• Ability to operate standard office equipment, including but not limited to: computers, telephone systems, calculators, and copiers
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Flexibility, reliability, and self-motivation
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism, interpersonal skills, and strong communication
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands

The demands described are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Tasks may involve walking, standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass all criminal history and child maltreatment background checks.
• Must submit to pre-employment a drug screen as well as random drug screens when directed.
• Valid driver's license, proof of personal automobile insurance, and acceptable driving record required to drive shelter vehicles for shelter business.
• Must maintain confidentiality and privacy regarding all Children’s Shelter residents' information in accordance with NWACS policy and all applicable Federal and state laws/regulations.
• Attend and participate in mandatory training, staff meetings, and all other events, as required.
• Set, maintain, and communicate appropriate personal and professional boundaries.
• Complete all required documentation in a timely manner per NWACS procedures.

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs.

Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NWACS offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary based on experience. For consideration, qualified candidates must submit a cover letter and detailed resume.