Job Description
Behavior Technician - Neighborhood Foster Home
Do you want a meaningful career providing Hope, Homes & Healing for children in foster care? 4KIDS is looking for a staff person to work in our enhanced neighborhood foster home located in Ft. Lauderdale caring for children ages 12-17. The position will help support our house parents by helping meet physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of the children being served.
The position hours are 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with occasional weekend coverage.
Duties:
Progressively interact with children in our home by engaging in verbal conversations, playing games, drawing, assisting with homework, assisting/holding accountable for chores, etc.
Provide one-to-one supervision and intervention during therapeutic activities
Provide skills training in accordance with the treatment plan for restoration of basic living and social skills
Provide assistance to the family, caregivers, and others involved in implementing the treatment plan
Provide support in implementing TBRI principles
Provide therapeutic behavioral support services on-site in primarily one-to-one interactions
Assist parents with implementing schedules for school, school assignments, after school activities, medical, or other appointments
Care and maintenance of the physical premises – cleaning, laundry, cooking, and other duties as assigned by house parent
Complete training on various topics such as abuse reporting, direct child care, child care activities, policy & procedure, trauma, and all other mandatory staff meetings and/or trainings
Professionally respond to emergencies and notify appropriate personnel immediately
Document children behaviors and progress notes in database
Advocate for the best interests of the child within the context and boundaries of 4KIDS policy and procedures
Communicate effectively with other members of the staff and house parents
Collaborate with staff to create a safe, structured, and Christ-centered environment
Provide a listening ear while maintaining professional and ethical boundaries
Administer medications as needed
Qualifications:
Committed Christian with alignment with 4KIDS statement of faith
Must be 23 years of age or older with valid drivers license in order to drive children in company provided vans
Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) preferred
Associates Degree preferred in related field
Minimum two years experience working with children ages 12-17
Knowledge of trauma informed care
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Expert in children supervision
Must have reliable transportation that can be used for work purposes
Must successfully complete initial drug screening and initial and annual background screenings
Why work at 4KIDS?
Certified Best Christian Workplace for 8 years in a row
Excellent benefit and time off package (medical/dental/life/disability insurance provided, 403b retirement plan with match)
Great staff culture
Amazing workplace environment
Excellent vacation and holiday benefits
Fulfilling career providing Hope, Homes & Healing for children in crisis
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Behavior Technician position is now open for candidates interested in the Technician Jobs sector. This role in Fort Lauderdale offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Technician Jobs is a plus.
