Interventionist - Community Based - ARCh

$41,600 - $41,600/Yr

Howard Center - Burlington, VT

Part-time - Entry Level

Burlington, VT

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Interventionist position at ARCh is designed to provide 1:1 community-based support and guidance to individuals aged 4-22. This role is pivotal in developing programs that focus on emotional regulation and independent living skills, ensuring that each individual receives personalized attention tailored to their unique needs. The ARCh program is committed to fostering community inclusion, self-determination, and individualized growth for people with developmental disabilities and/or emotional disturbances. As an Interventionist, you will play a crucial role in empowering these individuals to achieve their personal goals and enhance their quality of life. In this position, you will be responsible for providing a broad spectrum of services aimed at educating individuals on essential life skills. You will develop and initiate skill-building activities that are engaging and effective, utilizing your strong judgment skills for crisis intervention when necessary. The role requires excellent time management abilities, as you will be working with up to 10 families per week, ensuring that each family receives the attention and support they need. This full-time position operates Monday through Friday, with working hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and is classified as non-exempt under union regulations. The starting pay for this role is $20.00 per hour, with a competitive salary offered based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide a broad spectrum of services to educate individuals on life skills
• Develop and initiate skill-building activities
• Use strong judgement skills for crisis intervention

Requirements

• A combination of experience and education will be considered
• De-escalation skills
• Time management as this position can be working with up to 10 families per week
• Valid driver's License and use of a personal vehicle

Benefits

• Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
• Comprehensive BCBS Medical with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible
• Two Dental options through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Employer 401(k) contributions
• Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance
• Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
• Childcare Stipend
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral program with financial payment
• Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
• Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
• Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!
• Employee referral and sign on bonus is subject to Howard Center policy.