YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - SCHOOL BASE PROGRAM

PREFERRED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH OF NEW JERSEY; Asbury Park (NJ); On-site; USD 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading behavioral health organization in New Jersey is seeking a Youth Development Specialist to coordinate and facilitate prevention programming at Asbury Park High School. This full-time position involves providing counseling services, case management, and organizing community engagement initiatives for students. The role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, contributing to a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding workplace environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account

Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance

Staff Training and Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Bonus program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• Driver's License New Jersey valid and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates services with child study teams and guidance departments.
• Provides case management services to students through community agencies.
• Contributes to program development and planning.

Skills

Proficiently communicates - written and verbal

Working with adolescents/youth and families

Bilingual (Spanish or Haitian Creole preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution

Job description

If you are looking to make an impact by helping others, then Preferred Behavioral Health Group is the place for you! By joining our award-winning team, you will become part of the premier behavioral health organization in New Jersey. PBHG is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization that was proudly named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for 2024 by NJBIZ! Our mission is tochange lives and save lives across the state of New Jerseythrough a Trauma Informed Care culture.

Our staff is at the core of everything we do. We are dedicated to building a diverse team where employees feel a sense of belonging and are valued for their individual contributions. We encourage staff development and embrace a growth mindset. If you are interested in pursuing an exciting and rewarding career while being part of a recognized “Best Place to Work”, please submit your resume today for consideration!

Job Title: Youth Development Specialist

Program: School Based - Asbury Park High School

Location: 1003 Sunset Avenue, Asbury Park New Jersey 07712

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $49,000.00

Job Description/Summary

The Youth Development Specialist coordinates and facilitates prevention and evidenced-based programming. The Youth Development Specialist provides individual or group counseling services to students on youth development topics (i.e. relationships, social skills, emotion regulation, etc.).

YDS will conduct group prevention programs related to a variety of adolescent issues including career vocational counseling, substance abuse awareness, peer leadership and life skills. YDS will provide case-management and support to students requiring additional skills in other non-clinical areas of development. YDS will organize field trips and summer transition programming as well as monthly prevention awareness campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates services with child study team, guidance departments and other district personnel;
• Provides case management services to students through community agencies, e.g., DCPP, FCYU, OC Probation Dept. etc.;
• Contributes to program development and planning;
• Covers program activities when needed;
• Provides crisis management and intervention, when needed;

Competencies

• Proficiently communicates- written and verbal
• Working with adolescents/youth and families
• Bilingual preferred Spanish or Haitian Creole (but not required)

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution

License: Driver's License New Jersey valid and in good standing

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

o Medical, Dental and Prescription Insurance

o 403(b) Retirement Plan

o Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

o Long Term Disability Insurance

o Life and AD&D Insurance

o Employee Assistance Program

o Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account

o Voluntary Benefits, such as Vision Insurance, Aflac, Pet Insurance

o Staff Training and Development Opportunities

o Employee Referral Bonus program

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