Youth Care & Behavior Support Specialist

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability

UNUM Supplemental Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

Paid time off

Holiday Pay

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is hiring Direct Care Workers to provide in-home and community-based support to youth facing behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges.

Responsibilities include supervision, personal care, daily living activities, and coordination with families and providers. The role emphasizes flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, transportation, and the ability to work with diverse youth populations; CNA/CHHA or relevant certification is preferred, CPR/First Aid

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates or higher preferred.
• Experience with youth or behavioral health preferred.
• CNA/CHHA or similar certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support to youth.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Support medication administration.
• Facilitate community integration.
• Promote safety and stability.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

EHR experience

Transportation & driving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates or higher preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR software

Job description

Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. is hiring Direct Care Workers to provide in-home and community-based support to youth facing behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges.

Responsibilities include supervision, personal care, daily living activities, and coordination with families and providers. The role emphasizes flexibility, strong interpersonal skills, transportation, and the ability to work with diverse youth populations; CNA/CHHA or relevant certification is preferred, CPR/First Aid