RBT Direct Support Specialist – Behavior & Care

Young Adult Institute; Southampton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Young Adult Institute in New Jersey seeks dedicated direct support professionals to supervise, support, and advocate for individuals with complex needs. You will implement person-centered plans, provide personal care, assist with ADLs, oversee medications, and ensure safety following HIPAA and regulatory guidelines.

This role involves crisis management, collaboration with clinical and leadership teams, and documenting progress in an electronic health record.

Qualifications

• Complies with HIPAA and regulatory guidelines in daily care.
• Experience with person-centered planning and behavior support.
• Ability to supervise and support individuals with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, protect, and care for individuals at all times.
• Implement and monitor individual plans, including IBSPs/IPPs.
• Provide personal care and assistance with ADLs; administer medications as prescribed.
• Teach skills, support advocacy, and assist in communication.
• Maintain safe, clean environments and follow infection control protocols.
• Document progress in electronic health records and complete required paperwork.
• Collaborate with leadership and clinical staff; participate in team meetings.
• Support crisis management and ensure respectful, trauma-informed interactions.

Skills

DSP

RBT

Trauma-informed

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

BACB certification/licensure (RBT or LPT)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Young Adult Institute in New Jersey seeks dedicated direct support professionals to supervise, support, and advocate for individuals with complex needs. You will implement person-centered plans, provide personal care, assist with ADLs, oversee medications, and ensure safety following HIPAA and regulatory guidelines.

This role involves crisis management, collaboration with clinical and leadership teams, and documenting progress in an electronic health record.