IST I: Youth Support Technician - PBS & Growth

Neuropath Healthcare Solutions; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Sick Pay (Full-Time)

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Ongoing Job Training

Job summary

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare provides Comprehensive Therapeutic Support Services designed to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. They seek compassionate ISTs to support youth with I/DD in home and community settings, delivering PBS-based skill development and safety-focused care.

IST I positions involve working 5–35 hours weekly with flexible shifts, hands-on training, and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, special education, social work, human services, or related field.
• ≥ 1 year supervised experience developing and implementing PBS/ADL intervention plans.
• Experience supervising or mentoring support staff.
• Strong data analysis and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to youth in home and community settings.
• Implement Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies and skill acquisition plans.
• Support development of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Behavioral Needs, including self-care, functional skills, and socialization.
• Teach appropriate social behavior.
• Utilize redirection and proactive strategies to address challenging behavior.
• Train and coach parents/guardians to support skill generalization and consistency.
• Collect accurate service data and submit visit notes per compliance standards.
• Ensure client safety and well‑being at all times.
• Participate in case reviews, team meetings, supervision, and required trainings.
• Follow all agency policies, NJ CSOC/DDD guidelines, and professional standards.
• Develop and update behavior support and skill acquisition plans.
• Analyze data trends to monitor progress and outcomes.
• Provide supervision and guidance to IST II and IST III staff.
• Ensure fidelity of implementation across service deliveries.

Skills

Active listening

Emotional intelligence

Patience & empathy

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, special education, social work, human services, or related field

Job description

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare provides Comprehensive Therapeutic Support Services designed to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. They seek compassionate ISTs to support youth with I/DD in home and community settings, delivering PBS-based skill development and safety-focused care.

IST I positions involve working 5–35 hours weekly with flexible shifts, hands-on training, and collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence