Awake Overnight Behavior Technician- GH 23

Alternatives Inc; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Trainings

Mileage Reimbursement

Staff appreciation events

Employee recognition awards

Health and wellness fairs

Federal student loan forgiveness

401K Plan

Direct Deposit

Holiday Pay

Discounted Auto Insurance

Advancement Opportunities

Worker’s Compensation

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Vision Plan

AFLAC

Pre-Paid Legal Services

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Alternatives, Inc. in Hillsborough, NJ is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician to support adults with developmental disabilities in a residential setting. You will help residents with daily living activities, implement behavioral plans, and promote independence.

The role offers weekend premiums, paid trainings, mileage reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package. Training is provided, and the team emphasizes respect, dignity, and community integration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to pass criminal/registry background checks and a drug screen.
• Clear TB screening and ability to pass trainings (CPR/first aid, medication administration).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with daily living activities in a residential group home.
• Administer medications and assist with meals and personal hygiene.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments as needed.
• Implement individual behavioral plans and teach new skills.
• Encourage community outings and recreational activities.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date documentation and report concerns.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Ability to pass background checks

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GoToMeeting

Job description

Alternatives, Inc. in Hillsborough, NJ is looking to hire a full-time Behavior Technician to support adults with developmental disabilities. Are you looking for a full-time job where you can make a positive difference in your community? Are you passionate about the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities to live with dignity and respect? If so, read on!We pay a competitive wage of $23.50/hr ($27.50 on weekends). We also offer great perks including paid training, mileage reimbursement, staff appreciation events, employee recognition awards, health and wellness fairs, and offer eligibility for a federal student loan forgiveness program.Most importantly, you have the opportunity to change live & build futures! If this sounds like the perfect full-time job for you, apply today!ABOUT ALTERNATIVES, INC.For over 40 years, Alternatives, Inc. has been dedicated to providing the best in support services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as those with mental illnesses. Our services include residential, behavior support, support coordination, and recreation. We strive to enable our clients to reach their highest level of independence and integration into the community using our person-centered philosophy.We have seen great growth in the past few years, which has stretched our coverage area to include Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, Union, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean Counties. This expansion would not be possible without our dedicated staff members. That is why we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits and perks.Current available opportunities:Sun, offMon, 11pm - 9amTues, 11pm - 9amWed, 11pm - 9amThurs, 11pm - 9amFri, offSat, offA DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BEHAVIOR TECHNICIANAs a Behavior Technician, you begin each shift ready to help adults with developmental disabilities live their best lives as independently as possible. You have made it your mission to ensure the comfort and safety of each client. In our residential group home, you assist our residents with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking meals, performing personal hygiene, and transportation to medical appointments.You also assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans. Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals. Based on each individual's preferences and behavioral plans, you encourage their interests and drive them to community outings and recreational activities. You are happy to help them find greater access to the community. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and up-to-date.Some aspects of this job are not easily accomplished but at the end of each shift, knowing your clients are happy makes you feel great about the work you do!WORK SCHEDULEWe operate 24-hour residential group homes which means our Behavior Technician have many shift options including mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and weekends.TRAININGAll employees are required to complete 10-15 trainings upon hire and on an ongoing basis. Trainings are a combination of in person, which require staff to commute to the main office in Raritan NJ, and remote, using Go To Meeting. All trainings are paid.BENEFITSFull-Time & Part-Time Employees are entitled to the following Benefits:Paid TrainingsMileage ReimbursementDirect DepositHoliday Pay401K PlanFederal Credit UnionDiscounted Auto InsuranceAdvancement OpportunitiesWorker’s CompensationEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary Vision PlanAFLACPre-Paid Legal ServicesPet InsuranceFull-Time Employees are entitled to the following additional Benefits:Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceLife InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Account ParticipationTuition ReimbursementLoan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)Paid Benefit Time (120 hours)Paid Sick Time (40 hours)Paid Bereavement LeavePaid Jury Duty LeaveARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?If you feel that you are right for this full-time Behavior Technician position, apply now with our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application!Alternatives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma or equivalentValid driver's license with a good driving recordAbility to pass criminal/registry background checks and a drug screenClear tuberculosis (TB) screeningAbility to pass and maintain required trainings such as CPR/first aid, medication administration, and positive behavioral support trainingBasic computer skillsExperience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred, but not required. As long as you are compassionate, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, are able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations, and want to make a difference, you may be perfect for this full-time opportunity!