Bilingual Behavioral Assistant (Essex County)

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Coverage

80 hours Paid Time Off for full-timers

40 hours Paid Time Off for part-timers

Ongoing Job Training

Job summary

A healthcare provider in East Orange, NJ, is seeking a Bilingual Behavioral Assistant to offer holistic support and relief to caregivers of youth. Responsibilities include developing Individual Support Plans, conducting assessments, and implementing interventions. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in psychology, have experience in behavioral healthcare, and possess strong communication skills. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and dynamic work environments while providing competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in behavioral healthcare.
• 2-4 years experience working with children with disabilities.
• Valid NJ Driver’s license and proof of car insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide relief to caregivers and holistic support to youth.
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans.
• Submit weekly clinical progress notes.

Skills

Active listening

Critical thinking

Strong communication skills

Reliability

Compassion

Leadership

Understanding of behavioral interventions

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field

CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification (to be completed within 6 months)

Job description

Bilingual Behavioral Assistant (Essex County)

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Benefits/Compensation

• Starting Rate $20.00/hour
• Open to referrals, please inquire 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

Roles & 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 3:00pm during the school year and as early as 8:30am during the summer. Services are available any day of the week to accommodate client scheduling needs.
• Individual Support Plan development and implementation.
• Delivery and monitoring of behavior analysis services.
• Submit weekly clinical progress notes within 24 hours of service provision.
• Conduct 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 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 child or youth to increase ADL (Assisted Daily Living) skills within their home as well as during community outings.
• Assist parent/guardian in implementation of the treatment plan.
• Assist the behavior analyst in training caregivers and/or staff.
• Handle 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.
• Patience & understanding.
• Compassion.
• Adaptability.
• 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.
• Knowledge of behavioral interventions.

Qualifications

• Must have completed free CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification course or be able to complete 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.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.

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