If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work in your community, join the passionate, community-minded team at Northeast Kingdom Human Services (NKHS). NKHS is a 501(c)(3) private not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing a high-quality, comprehensive community mental health system in Vermont’s beautiful Northeast Kingdom.

Our mission is to enrich communities and enhance the ability of individuals and families to improve their lives. As a Designated Agency for the State of Vermont, NKHS provides essential services to children, youth, families, and adults across Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties. Through a wide variety of programs, our team supports nearly 4,000 individuals each year in achieving health in mind, body, and spirit.

Social Skills Interventionist

NKHS is seeking a Social Skills Interventionist (SSI) to join our School Based Services Collaborative Program within Caledonia North Supervisory Union Schools. In this role, you will provide direct, individualized support to children and youth with significant social, emotional, and behavioral needs in a school setting.

As an SSI, you will work closely with educators, clinicians, and families to help students build social skills, improve emotional regulation, and succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Primary Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide direct support to students focused on social skills development, self-regulation, and daily functioning
• Implement individualized treatment and positive behavior support plans
• Follow crisis prevention and de-escalation protocols
• Collect and maintain accurate, timely behavioral data and documentation
• Collaborate with school teams, supervisors, and treatment providers
• Attend team meetings, supervision, and required trainings
• Support students in both school and community settings
• Provide transportation using your personal vehicle as needed

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Education, Psychology, or related field preferred
• Candidates working toward a degree will be considered (must complete within one year of hire)
• Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred

Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and required auto insurance ($100,000/$300,000)
• Ability to pass all required background checks
• Ability to support student safety, including physical intervention when necessary
• Ability to work in school and community-based environments

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Range: $22.25 – $27.19 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
• Health and dental insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with agency contribution and match
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness program and additional voluntary benefits

This is a great opportunity to make a direct impact in the lives of children and families while building valuable experience in behavioral health and education.