What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Interventionist – Preschool/Early Childhood Intervention position at Washington County Mental Health Services?
Behavioral Interventionist – Preschool/Early Childhood Intervention
For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”
ABOUT THE POSITION: As part of our School Based Services Teams, Behavioral Interventionists (BIs) facilitate access to education for children and youth with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges in their school and community settings. Working in partnership with mental health and educational providers, BIs implement intervention strategies and provide direct support with a strengths-based approach toward improving emotional regulation, developing social skills, and building positive connections.
Preschool/Early Childhood BI positions have full-time, day shift schedules. Due to the nature of the work and the essential job duties, BIs are required to have regular and consistent attendance at work, as scheduled.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required qualifications for Behavioral Interventionists include:
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
TO APPLY: We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to recruitment@wcmhs.org or mailed via USPS mail to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at recruitment@wcmhs.org or 802-229-1399.
Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes our organization stronger, we are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment of individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care. Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”
ABOUT THE POSITION: As part of our School Based Services Teams, Behavioral Interventionists (BIs) facilitate access to education for children and youth with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges in their school and community settings. Working in partnership with mental health and educational providers, BIs implement intervention strategies and provide direct support with a strengths-based approach toward improving emotional regulation, developing social skills, and building positive connections.
Preschool/Early Childhood BI positions have full-time, day shift schedules. Due to the nature of the work and the essential job duties, BIs are required to have regular and consistent attendance at work, as scheduled.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required qualifications for Behavioral Interventionists include:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to engage and communicate positively with young children.
- Ability to maintain safety in various settings and to remain calm in challenging situations.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate and collaborate well with parents, school staff, WCMHS staff, and other professionals.
- Valid driver’s license, excellent driving record, and access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle, and willingness to transport clients in personal vehicle.
- Ability to lift and/or transport up to 50 pounds as well as execute restraint techniques (training provided).
- Ability to frequently change position and move about and around a school setting.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Hourly pay starting at $23.13/hour ($45,105, annualized, based on a 37 ½ hour workweek).
- Stipends available, based on performance and attendance.
- Generous medical, dental, vision, life, and accident insurance (WCMHS covers 82.5 – 92% of health insurance premium costs).
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match from 4.25% to 8%.
- Generous paid time off: 12 days of vacation &12 days of sick time accrue annually, plus 12.5 paid holidays.
- Employee assistance plan, and access to wellness and self-care resources.
- Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
- Tuition assistance and loan repayment of up to $5250 per year for qualifying degree or coursework.
- Trainings offered throughout the year to promote professional growth.
TO APPLY: We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers page. Applications (resume and cover letter, preferred) may also be emailed to recruitment@wcmhs.org or mailed via USPS mail to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at recruitment@wcmhs.org or 802-229-1399.
Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes our organization stronger, we are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $5,250
