Behavioral Interventionist

Adelphi is seeking a qualified Behavior Intervention Counselor (BIC) to provide comprehensive early childhood behavioral health and social-emotional support services for a Early Childhood Education Center (ECEC) in Scottsdale, Arizona. The ideal candidate will support children enrolled in Head Start, Early Head Start, and CCDF programs by delivering trauma-informed behavioral interventions, collaborating with families and educators, and promoting positive social-emotional development through evidence-based practices. Job Quick Facts ID:EDU-1460-01 Profession:Behavioral Health Specialty:Behavior Intervention Counselor (BIC) Location:Scottsdale, Arizona Facility Type: Early Childhood Education Center (Head Start, Early Head Start, and CCDF Programs) Job Type:Contract Shift Schedule:Approximately 40 hours per week; schedule developed collaboratively to meet program needs Assignment Duration:August 2026 – June 30, 2029 Start Date:August 2026 Rate: $26hr Requirements Experience providing behavioral health, mental health, or social-emotional support services to young children. Knowledge of early childhood development and behavior intervention strategies. Experience conducting behavioral observations, assessments, and developing individualized behavior support plans. Ability to implement trauma-informed, evidence-based practices, including Conscious Discipline® methodologies. Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, educators, healthcare providers, and families. Ability to provide family education, coaching, and behavioral consultation. Strong documentation and record-keeping skills. Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS). Understanding of FERPA, HIPAA (when applicable), tribal policies, and applicable state and federal regulations. Ability to provide staff coaching, professional development, and classroom consultation. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Ability to deliver culturally responsive, family-centered, and strengths-based services. Responsibilities Conduct classroom behavioral observations and comprehensive social-emotional assessments. Develop, implement, monitor, and revise individualized behavior intervention plans. Provide direct behavioral intervention and social-emotional support to children with challenging behaviors. Coach families on positive parenting practices, behavior management, and child development strategies. Collaborate with teachers, administrators, healthcare providers, and community partners to coordinate services. Train and mentor classroom staff on trauma-informed care, positive behavior supports, classroom management, and Conscious Discipline® practices. Coordinate referrals for behavioral health, developmental, medical, and community-based services while monitoring follow-up activities. Maintain accurate, confidential documentation, reports, assessments, and compliance records in accordance with HSPPS, FERPA, HIPAA, and tribal requirements. Promote culturally responsive, relationship-based, and inclusive behavioral health practices that support children and families. Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, quality improvement initiatives, professional development, and program planning to strengthen behavioral health outcomes. #J-18808-Ljbffr