Behavioral Assistant

Clear Conscience Counseling, LLC; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Conscienve Counseling is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Assistant to support children and adolescents in applying therapy skills in daily environments under licensed clinicians. This role involves implementing individualized behavior plans and documenting progress in home, school, and community settings.

You will collaborate with families and treatment teams to promote positive outcomes and to ensure consistency of care across settings. Travel within New Jersey may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication with children, families, and clinical staff.
• Ability to follow structured treatment plans and clinical direction accurately.
• Reliable transportation for travel between home, school, and community settings in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans as directed by the clinical/treatment team.
• Support children and adolescents in practicing and generalizing skills learned in therapy across home, school, and community settings.
• Document client progress, behavioral data, and session notes accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with supervising clinicians, families, and other members of the treatment team to ensure consistency of care.
• Communicate observations and concerns regarding client progress to the clinical team promptly.
• Adapt intervention strategies in real time based on client responses, following established clinical guidance.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for clients during sessions.
• Attend team meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions as required to maintain competency and compliance with treatment protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow structured plans

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in psychology, human services, education, or related field

Job description

Behavioral Assistant

Clear Conscienve Counseling is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Assistant to join our IIC department. In this role, you will provide hands‑on support to children and adolescents, helping them practice and apply the skills they are learning in therapy within their everyday environments. This is a rewarding opportunity for a professional who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.

Job Summary

As a Behavioral Assistant, you will work directly with children or adolescents in the home, community, school, or other appropriate settings, implementing interventions designed by the clinical/treatment team. You will play a critical role in reinforcing therapeutic strategies and supporting positive behavioral outcomes, working collaboratively under the guidance of licensed clinicians and treatment coordinators.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans as directed by the clinical/treatment team


• Support children and adolescents in practicing and generalizing skills learned in therapy across home, school, and community settings


• Document client progress, behavioral data, and session notes accurately and in a timely manner


• Collaborate with supervising clinicians, families, and other members of the treatment team to ensure consistency of care


• Communicate observations and concerns regarding client progress to the clinical team promptly


• Adapt intervention strategies in real time based on client responses, following established clinical guidance


• Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for clients during sessions


• Attend team meetings, trainings, and supervision sessions as required to maintain competency and compliance with treatment protocols

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in psychology, human services, education, or related field preferred


• Prior experience working with children or adolescents, particularly in behavioral health, education, or related support roles


• Ability to follow structured treatment plans and clinical direction accurately


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with children, families, and clinical staff


• Reliable transportation for travel between home, school, and community settings within New Jersey


• Ability to pass required background checks and clearances as mandated by state regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or similar therapeutic frameworks


• Familiarity with behavioral data collection and progress documentation methods


• Coursework or certification related to child development, special education, or behavioral health


• Bilingual abilities are a plus, depending on client population needs

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in maintaining accurate behavioral and progress documentation


• Basic computer literacy for data entry and reporting purposes


• Understanding of behavioral intervention techniques and reinforcement strategies


• Ability to implement structured routines and follow detailed clinical instructions


• Strong observational skills to track and report behavioral changes