Behavioral Assistant (Sussex County)

Neuropath Healthcare Solutions; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Coverage

Paid Time Off (40 hours annually for part-timers)

Ongoing Job Training

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in New Jersey is seeking Part Time Behavioral Assistants to support children and teens with developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include visiting clients at home, developing support plans, delivering behavior analysis services, and working with youth to enhance daily living skills. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in psychology, 2-4 years of related experience, and possess strong communication and listening skills. Starting rate is $25/hour with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years experience in behavioral healthcare.
• 2–4 years experience with children with disabilities.
• Valid NJ Driver’s license and proof of car insurance.
• Consent to and pass State/Federal Criminal Background Checks.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients to provide relief and holistic support.
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans.
• Deliver and monitor behavior analysis services.
• Submit clinical progress notes within 24 hours.
• Work with youth to increase ADL skills.

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Positive leadership

Compassion

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field

Job description

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!

Benefits

• Starting Rate $25.00/hour
• We are open to referrals, please inquire about when speaking 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

Responsibilities

• Visit the client at home or in the community to provide relief to caregivers and holistic support to youth.
• Work approximately 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 to accommodate client scheduling needs.
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans.
• Deliver and monitor behavior analysis services.
• Submit weekly clinical progress notes within 24 hours of service provision and complete intake data assessments.
• Collect and display data (e.g., graphics) authorized by the recipient’s behavioral analysis service plan.
• Ensure compliance with service authorization, including time frames and service hours.
• Implement interventions outlined in the Individual Support Plan.
• Implement behavioral procedures for the 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.
• Managing specific consequences for behavior based on function.
• Work with the child or youth to increase ADL skills 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.
• Crisis prevention, recognition, and intervention.
• Ensure all agency policies are implemented and followed.
• Participate in required training.

Skills & Abilities

• Active Listening & Critical Thinking.
• Positive leadership.
• Compassion.
• Reliability & Attentiveness.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Understanding of evidence-based interventions for individuals with behavioral and developmental disabilities.
• Willing to be a positive role model and provide emotional & psychological support to clients.
• 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.
• 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.