Behavioral Assistant - Union

ALIGN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LLC; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

ALIGN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LLC is seeking a Behavioral Assistant to support youth ages 5–20 in home, school, and community settings. The role emphasizes implementing treatment goals, coaching skills in real time, and collaborating with caregivers and clinical staff.

The position is part-time with flexible after-school and evening hours, requiring a high school diploma, a valid NJ driver’s license, and prior related experience. Training is provided and supervision is available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of relevant youth behavioral/mental health support experience preferred.
• Valid NJ driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance are required.

Responsibilities

• Work one-to-one with youth ages 5–20 in home, school, and community per treatment plan goals.
• Model and coach routines, coping strategies, communication, and following expectations.
• Help youth regulate behaviors and coach caregivers when not present.
• Write a progress note for every session in CYBER within agency timeframe.
• Attend Child Family Team meetings as requested and coordinate with clinical staff.

Skills

Patience

Follow-through

Communication

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Behavioral Assistant (BA)

Align Behavioral Health | Morris County, NJ | Part time | Flexible after school and evening hours

Behavioral Assistants work one to one with youth in the home, school, and community through the New Jersey Children's System of Care.

What you will do

• Work directly with youth ages 5 through 20 in their home and community, carrying out the behavioral goals from the treatment plan
• Model, coach, and practice skills in the moment: routines, coping strategies, communication, following expectations
• Help youth regulate and recover safely when behavior escalates, and coach caregivers to carry the strategies forward when you are not there
• Write a progress note for every session and submit it in CYBER within the agency timeframe
• Attend Child Family Team meetings when requested and check in regularly with the assigned IIC clinician
• Work under the supervision of appropriate clinical staff, as required by N.J.A.C. 10:77

What you need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• At least one year of relevant experience in a comparable environment, meaning post high school work supporting the behavioral or mental health needs of youth
• Valid NJ driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
• Availability for after school and evening hours
• Patience, follow through, and comfort working inside family homes

What counts as relevant experience

Your year does not have to come from a clinical job title, and it does not have to be paid. Internships and volunteer work count when the involvement was substantive and ongoing. Examples of experience that typically qualifies:

• Teacher's aide, paraprofessional, or one to one aide supporting students with behavioral or emotional needs
• Direct care or residential staff in a group home, shelter, or treatment program serving youth
• Behavior technician, RBT, or ABA support staff
• Youth worker in a partial care, day treatment, or after school program serving youth with behavioral health needs
• Personal care assistant or support staff for youth with developmental disabilities
• Mentoring or case aide work with at risk youth
• A substantive internship or practicum supporting youth behavioral health

General childcare, babysitting, retail, and food service do not meet the standard on their own. If you are not sure whether your background counts, apply and tell us what you did. We will look at it.

Preferred, not required

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, education, human services, or a related field
• BA certification already completed, or prior CSOC experience
• Bilingual in Spanish

What we provide

• Onboarding, CYBER and documentation training, and shadowing before you work independently
• BA certification enrollment. Certification must be completed within 60 days of hire.
• Ongoing supervision and support from a licensed clinician
• Real experience for anyone heading toward an MSW, counseling program, or ABA work
• Flexible scheduling built around your availability

Before hire

Background check with fingerprinting, CARI clearance, verification of your diploma and experience, references, and completion of the Align credentialing packet.