Monthly Job Fair: Part-Time Behavioral Assistant (Union County)

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare; Elizabeth (NJ); Hybrid; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional growth

Ongoing Job Training

Group Health Coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading behavioral health organization is looking for a Part-Time Behavioral Assistant in New Jersey. In this role, you will provide holistic support to youth, developing and implementing Individual Support Plans. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in psychology and have experience in behavioral healthcare. This position offers starting pay of $20/hour, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth, with a flexible schedule to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Must have completed free CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification course or be able to complete within 6 months of hire.
• 2-4 years experience in behavioral healthcare (maladaptive behaviors).
• 2-4 years experience working with children with disabilities (developmental/intellectual disabilities, mental illness).

Responsibilities

• Visit clients at home or in the community to provide relief to caregivers.
• Work 2-20 hours weekly, accommodating client scheduling needs.
• Develop and implement Individual Support Plans.

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Positive Leadership

Patience

Understanding

Compassion

Adaptability

Reliability

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Overview

Monthly Job Fair: Part-Time Behavioral Assistant

Company: Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare

Dates: Every 2nd Friday of the Month

• March 13, 2026
• April 10, 2026
• May 8, 2026

Location: Union, NJ

Hiring for Counties: Essex, Union, Hudson, Middlesex, Passaic, and Bergen

About Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare provides Comprehensive Therapeutic Support Services designed to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices and our team of highly trained professionals is dedicated to providing individualized care for every client.

Benefits/Compensation

• Starting Rate $20.00/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

Roles & Responsibilities

• A BA will visit the client at home or in the community to provide relief to caregivers and holistic support to youth.
• Our BA’s typically 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 the scheduling needs of our clients.
• Individual Support Plan development and implementation
• Delivery and monitoring of behavior analysis services
• Submission of weekly clinical progress notes, within 24 hours of service provision Intake Data Assessments
• Data collection and display (e.g., graphics) as authorized by a recipient’s behavioral analysis service plan
• Compliance with service authorization, including time frames and service hours
• Implement interventions in the Individual Support Plan
• Implementation of behavioral procedures for the acquisition of replacement skills reduction of problematic behaviors
• Carry out treatment as designated by the supervising behavior analyst which includes:
• Facilitating environmental arrangements.
• Using proactive strategies.
• Teaching and developing new skills.
• Managing specific consequences for behavior based on function.
• Must be willing to work with the child or youth to increase ADL (Assisted Daily Living) skills within their home as well as during community outings.
• Assist parent/guardian in the implementation of the treatment plan.
• Assist the behavior analyst in the training of 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.
• 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. For more information: https://www.nj.gov/dcf/providers/csc/training/
• 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 (Spanish Speaking) Welcome.
• 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.