Behavioral Interventionist – School-Based
Location: Wilmington/Dover, Delaware (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $35,000–$38,000/year
Date Posted: June 23, 2025
Clarvida is hiring a Behavioral Interventionist to support students from elementary to high school in a close, supportive school environment. In this role, you will engage students in their treatment process and help them address challenges related to behavioral misconduct, emotional disorders, substance use, addictions, and other concerns affecting their mental and emotional well-being.
Your work directly supports students’ academic, personal, social, and career development goals, helping them build the skills needed to successfully transition back to their home school.
Engage students in their treatment process and behavior plans
Support students experiencing behavioral, emotional, or substance-related challenges
Provide consistent role-modeling, mentoring, and behavior intervention
Help students develop coping skills, self-awareness, and strategies for school success
Communicate and collaborate with school staff to support student progress
Maintain professionalism and clear, accurate documentation
High School Diploma or GED
3 or more years of experience working with at-risk youth
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Able to pass background and criminal record checks
Compliance with drug-free workplace requirements
Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test)
Salary: $35,000–$38,000/year
Weekday, school-based hours (7am–3pm)
Summers off
Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
Separate sick leave that rolls over each year
Up to 10 paid holidays*
Medical, dental, and vision benefit plan options
DailyPay – Access earnings early*
Training, development, and continuing education credits
401(k)
Free licensure supervision
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet insurance
Perks @ Clarvida – National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon & entertainment
Mileage reimbursement*
Cellphone stipend
*Benefits may vary by state/county.
Wilmington/Dover, Delaware – On-site
Full-time
If you are passionate about supporting at-risk youth and helping them strengthen emotional, behavioral, and social skills, we encourage you to apply. Click “Apply Now” to join a mission-driven school team.
Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Clarvida is a trusted provider of behavioral health and human services. With programs across multiple regions, we deliver trauma-informed, recovery-focused support to individuals and families. We are committed to cultural responsiveness, equity, and evidence-based practices that strengthen communities.
Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-values
Explore additional opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvida
Clarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
Clarvida does not charge application fees or conduct interviews via messaging apps. Legitimate communication will only come from an authorized Clarvida.com email address, a [email protected] email, or a verified LinkedIn account associated with a Clarvida.com email.
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