IDD Youth Residential Counselor — Growth & Impact

Oaks Integrated Care Inc.; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical and dental insurance

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Flexible spending plans

EXCELLENT time benefits for qualified

Opportunities for supervision toward (

Professional licensure for eligible

Team-oriented environment – FISH!Philo

Job summary

Oaks Integrated Care Inc. is seeking a Residential Counselor to support IDD youth in a group home setting. You will assist with daily living activities, provide behavioral support, and help youths engage in constructive routines.

Shifts include full-time, part-time and per-diem with weekend coverage. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to treatment plans, and collaboration with professional staff to promote safety and well‑being.

Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license in good standing is required.
• Pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a caring and supportive environment
• Utilize positive behavior support strategies with adolescents
• Provide direct care services and supervision to residents
• Provide assistance and training in activities of daily living
• Provide on-going information to professional staff
• Provide input into assessments, case conferences, and treatment planning
• Recognize client behavioral signs indicating potential emergency and take immediate action by reporting to appropriate staff
• Provide one-on-one supervision and record client response
• Directing and assisting clients in preparing for group activities
• Provide social and recreational activities
• Perform light household duties
• Provide transportation
• Demonstrate an ability to work positively with youth in a group setting
• Prepare meals
• Facilitate groups

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Behavior support

Driver's license

Education

Social/mental health degree

Unrelated degree + 6m youth exp

HS Diploma + 1y youth exp

Job description

Oaks Integrated Care Inc. is seeking a Residential Counselor to support IDD youth in a group home setting. You will assist with daily living activities, provide behavioral support, and help youths engage in constructive routines.

Shifts include full-time, part-time and per-diem with weekend coverage. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to treatment plans, and collaboration with professional staff to promote safety and well‑being.