Overnight Youth Behavioral Specialist — Make a Difference

Apis Services, Inc.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 57,308,160 - 68,769,792; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Training

Job summary

The Children’s Home of Reading in Reading, PA seeks a dedicated Youth Behavioral Specialist for the 3rd shift (10:00pm-6:00am). You’ll maintain safety, document behaviors in EHR, and supervise residents during activities, classrooms, and community outings to promote a positive, structured environment.

Responsibilities include behavior modification implementation, shift notes, health checks, and ensuring a compliant, supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, or any human services field (highly preferred).
• Associate’s degree with at least one year of experience working with youth (accepted).
• High school diploma or GED with one year of experience working with youth (accepted).
• Pass pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security of residents and facility.
• Utilize Electronic Health Records (EHR) to document resident behaviors and safety checks.
• Complete daily shift notes, activity notes, and communication logs.
• Supervise residents during activities and academic instruction.
• Oversee resident health and hygiene; perform room searches per policy.
• Transport clients in company vehicles as needed.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures; participate in required trainings.
• Work on all residential units and educational placements.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, or any human services field

Associate’s degree with at least one year of experience working with youth

High school diploma or GED with one year of experience working with youth

Job description

The Children’s Home of Reading in Reading, PA seeks a dedicated Youth Behavioral Specialist for the 3rd shift (10:00pm-6:00am). You’ll maintain safety, document behaviors in EHR, and supervise residents during activities, classrooms, and community outings to promote a positive, structured environment.

Responsibilities include behavior modification implementation, shift notes, health checks, and ensuring a compliant, supportive atmosphere.