Behavioral Assistant (Sussex County)

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health coverage

Paid time off for part-timers

Ongoing job training

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A behavioral healthcare provider in New Jersey is looking for Part-Time Behavioral Assistants to provide support to youth with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Responsibilities include developing and implementing support plans, delivering behavior analysis services, and visiting clients in their homes. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in psychology, relevant experience, and a commitment to help children and families. A dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth awaits you.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the free CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification course or be able to complete it within 6 months of hire.
• 2–4 years experience in behavioral healthcare.
• 2–4 years experience working with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Visit the client at home or in the community to provide relief to caregivers.
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans.
• Deliver and monitor behavior analysis services.

Skills

Active listening

Critical thinking

Positive leadership

Patience

Compassion

Adaptability

Reliability

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Job description

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Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare provides Comprehensive Youth and Family Support Services to primary caregivers of children and teens with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities. Serving the state of New Jersey. We are looking for Part‑Time Behavioral Assistants (BA’s) to join our team!

Provided pay range

This range is provided by Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$25.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Benefits and Compensation

• Starting Rate $25.00/hour
• We are open to referrals, please inquire with your recruiter
• A dynamic work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Ongoing job training
• Group health coverage
• Full‑timers get 80 hours paid time off annually
• Part‑timers get 40 hours paid time off annually
• Short/Long‑term disability
• Ancillary health benefits from AFLAC

Role & Responsibilities

• Visit the client at home or in the community to provide relief to caregivers and holistic support to youth.
• Work 2–20 hours weekly in 2–4 hour shifts starting after 3:00 pm during the school year and as early as 8:30 am during the summer. Services available any day of the week.
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans.
• Deliver and monitor behavior analysis services.
• Submit weekly clinical progress notes within 24 hours of service provision.
• Complete intake data assessments.
• Collect and display data (e.g., graphics) as authorized by a recipient’s behavioral analysis service plan.
• Comply with service authorization, including time frames and service hours.
• Implement interventions in the Individual Support Plan.
• Implement behavioral procedures for acquisition of replacement skills and reduction of problematic behaviors.
• Carry out treatment as designated by the supervising behavior analyst, including facilitating environmental arrangements, using proactive strategies, teaching and developing new skills, and managing specific consequences for behavior based on function.
• Help increase ADL (Assisted Daily Living) skills for children or youth within their home and during community outings.
• Assist parent/guardian in implementing the treatment plan.
• Assist the behavior analyst in training caregivers and/or staff.
• Prevent, recognize, and intervene in crises.
• Ensure all agency policies are implemented and followed.
• Participate in required training.

Skills / Abilities

• Active listening & critical thinking.
• Positive leadership.
• Patience & understanding.
• Compassion.
• Adaptability.
• Reliability & attentiveness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Understanding of evidence‑based interventions for individuals with behavioral and developmental disabilities.
• Willingly serve as a positive role model and provide emotional & psychological support to clients.
• Knowledge of behavioral interventions.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the free CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification course or be able to complete it within 6 months of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field.
• 2–4 years experience in behavioral healthcare (maladaptive behaviors).
• 2–4 years experience working with children with disabilities (developmental/intellectual disabilities, mental illness).
• Valid NJ driver’s license and proof of car insurance.
• Consent to and pass State/Federal criminal background checks.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) – welcome.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship; we cannot sponsor H‑1B or other employment visas.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part‑time

Job Function

Administrative

Industry

Mental Health Care