Behavioral Assistant (Passaic County)

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare; Clifton (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off & Sick Pay

Ongoing Job Training

Health Coverage Reimbursement Plan

401K

Zusammenfassung

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Assistant to provide support in various settings to youth and caregivers. Primary responsibilities include implementing treatment plans and delivering services under the supervision of therapists. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2–4 years of relevant experience. The position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth along with competitive pay and health benefits.

Qualifikationen

• Must complete the NJ CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification within 6 months of hire.
• 2–4 years of experience in behavioral healthcare, preferably with children with developmental/intellectual disabilities.
• Valid New Jersey Driver’s License.

Aufgaben

• Provide support in the home and community to both youth and caregivers.
• Implement treatment plans.
• Deliver services as directed by the supervising therapist.

Kenntnisse

Active listening

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Compassion

Patience

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

About Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare provides comprehensive therapeutic support services designed to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, and our team of highly trained professionals is dedicated to providing individualized care for every client.

Behavioral Assistant (BA)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support in the home and community to both youth and caregivers
• Implement treatment plans
• Deliver services as directed by the supervising therapist, including:
  • Using evidence-based interventions and positive reinforcement
  • Assist parents/guardians with treatment plan implementation
  • Collect, track, and report progression or regression (including graphs when required)
  • Submit accurate weekly clinical progress notes within 24 hours of service provision
  • Assist with caregiver/staff training under the guidance of a supervising therapist
  • Recognize, prevent, and intervene in crisis situations appropriately
  • Participate in required training and maintain compliance with all agency policies

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong active listening, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Compassion, patience, and adaptability
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Positive leadership and role modeling for youth and families
• Reliability and attentiveness with strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of evidence-based interventions for behavioral/developmental disabilities

Qualifications

• Must complete the NJ CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification within 6 months of hire
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field
• 2–4 years of experience in behavioral healthcare, preferably working with children with developmental/intellectual disabilities or mental illness
• Valid New Jersey Driver’s LicenseMust pass all state and federal background checks
  • A pre-employment, post conditional job offer drug screen is required for this role.
• Bilingual candidates (especially Spanish-speaking) encouraged to apply.Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor H-1B or other employment visas at this time.

Benefits

• A dynamic work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay (Full-Time)
  • PTO accrual based on years of service (13–20 days annually).
  • Sick Time Off (STO) up to 40 hours per year.
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay (Part-Time)
  • PTO accrual based on years of service (up to 40 hours annually).
  • Sick Time Off (STO) up to 40 hours per year.
• Ongoing Job Training

Health and Ancillary Benefits

• ICHRA Health Coverage Reimbursement Plan
• Short/ Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401K