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About the Role

Kids in the Game is seeking a part-time Behavioral Intervention Specialist to provide social-emotional and behavioral support for children ages 4–13 in our after-school programs. This role involves supporting students with coping strategies and equipping after-school teams with tools to address social-emotional and developmental needs.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site direct support for behavioral issues, including 1:1 student meetings and group observations.
Provide individual and group-based support to address behavioral issues, help students build coping strategies, and understand their developmental needs.
Work with students on an individual basis as needed to reinforce appropriate choices and create behavioral plans.
Design and implement behavior support tools for students; model and share them with after school teams.
Observe and interact with students throughout the week to make sure their needs are being met and they feel comfortable challenging themselves.
Provide scenario-based training to teams to strengthen staff knowledge of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), mental health practices, and stress management strategies.
Support Site Directors by answering their questions or concerns regarding children’s behavioral needs or incidents.
Create new strategies and ideas that equip after school teams to support children’s behavioral and developmental needs.
Commit to partaking in all required trainings throughout the school year.
Work alongside Site Directors and the Program Management team to identify appropriate ways to address behavioral or mental health concerns that arise among students.
Assist Site Directors in preparing parent communications and leading meetings regarding students’ behavioral and social-emotional needs.
Serve as a key resource for leadership teams in problem-solving student issues and parental concerns.
Maintain ongoing communication with sites via calls, emails, and internal messages.
Maintain and file all documentation and incident reports regarding behavioral concerns and plans for students.
Respond appropriately to injuries, behavioral challenges, or conflicts, following organizational policies.
Follow all program policies and serve as a positive role model for youth.
Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to actively engage with youth and staff.
Uphold the organization’s mission and values both in and out of the program.
Demonstrate integrity, reliability, and a strong work ethic.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or have recently completed a Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, or Clinical Psychology.
Possess 2+ years of experience working in a behavioral/intervention specialist setting with children and adults.
Advanced knowledge of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), effective communication, and conflict resolution.
Able to establish and maintain strong working relationships with fellow employees, participants, parents, and caregivers.
Communicate in a timely and professional fashion with parents, caregivers, kids, and staff across organization-wide communication channels (Slack, Email, Text, Google Calendar, etc.) and be able to interpret and understand both written and oral instructions.
Be available 3 to 5 days per week, Monday – Friday, during after school hours (2:30 – 6:00 PM).
Ability to use public transportation to travel between sites in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx throughout the week.
Up-to-date physical and tuberculosis test documentation will be required before starting.
Must pass Federal and NY State background checks and be willing to complete Department of Education fingerprinting prior to starting.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, including during site observations, playground supervision, gym activities, or park-based programming.
Ability to travel between program sites across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx using public transportation.
Ability to walk to and from nearby program locations or parks, sometimes several blocks, while supporting staff and children.
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach to engage with children at their level and provide support as needed.
Ability to climb stairs in school buildings or community facilities.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, or light rain, depending on program needs.
Ability to maintain visual and auditory awareness to observe and support children effectively and ensure safety in active environments.

Skills

Behavioral Support
Conflict Resolution
Youth Development
Social Work
Counseling
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Mental Health Practices
Stress Management
Communication
Teamwork
Collaboration
CPR
First Aid
AED

Location

Manhattan
Brooklyn
Bronx

Work Type

Part-time
School Year Position (September 2026 – June 2027)
On-site

Experience Level

2+ years of experience working in a behavioral/intervention specialist setting with children and adults

Education Level

Master’s in Social Work, Counseling, or Clinical Psychology (pursuing or completed)

Salary/Compensations

$24–28 / hour

Benefits

Welcomed into an engaging and spirited environment
Emphasis on teamwork, open communication, and collaboration
Inclusive environment where team members feel respected and connected
Value unique experiences, perspectives, and passions of employees

About the Company

Kids in the Game is dedicated to supporting the whole child through innovative after-school programs.
We believe every child deserves to feel safe, understood, and ready to learn.
Our programs are in schools and communities across New York City, serving thousands of children annually.
Our goal is to provide positive experiences and opportunities through sports and creative play.
We inspire kids to embrace new experiences, adopt a healthy lifestyle, and build integrity.
Our work focuses on enhancing emotional intelligence, creating a positive sense of self, developing NYC into the nation’s top talent hub, integrating communities, and narrowing income inequality gaps.
Kids in the Game is a Certified B Corporation committed to doing business for good.
We strive daily to have a positive impact on the lives of our youth.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment for all of our employees.
We recruit employees from across the city, state, and country, from all cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
We have developed partnerships with organizations that allow us to target our hiring practices to include chronically discriminated against or low-income groups, and improve their access to high-quality employment opportunities.