YOUTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Preferred Behavioral Health Group; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Prescription保险

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account and Health–s

Voluntary Benefits (Vision, Aflac, Pet

Staff Training and Development

Employee Referral Bonus program

Job summary

Preferred Behavioral Health Group seeks a Youth Support Specialist for the SAIL - Youth Program in Toms River, NJ. This full‑time role supports adolescents (13–17) in a small, collaborative setting, focusing on individualized, client-centered care.

The position runs 12pm–8pm with opportunities for supervision, training, and professional development within a multidisciplinary team. Salary is $50,000 plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid NJ driver’s license.
• Complete background check / Fingerprinting requirement.
• CPR/AED/First Aid (provided).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services; work with persons served and multidisciplinary team to plan and implement the plan of care and subsequent reviews reporting changes in service.
• Provide transportation of all program participants to and from program and adhere to transportation policies; create and manage daily transportation route.
• Prepare and facilitate group activities, including psychoeducation, medication education, nutrition, group counseling, behavior management, community meetings, coping skills, pre‑vocational skills, alcohol/drug education, and support groups.
• Provide milieu management including behavioral modification, crisis intervention, moderating group dynamics, conflict resolution, and contraband searching.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate’s degree with 2 years of youth services experience

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 to change lives and save lives across the state of New Jersey through 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.

Job Title: Youth Support Specialist

Program: SAIL - Youth Program

Location: 591 Lakehurst Road, Toms River, New Jersey

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $50,000.00

Program Hours 12pm - 8pm

2 Open positions

Join our after‑school partial care program, where you’ll have the opportunity to build strong therapeutic relationships while working in a small, highly collaborative treatment environment that prioritizes individualized, client‑centered care.

What Makes This Position Special

• Work in a small therapeutic program that allows for meaningful relationships and individualized, client‑centered care for every youth.
• Collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary team, including the Program Director, Therapist, and Prescriber, to provide comprehensive treatment.
• Make a lasting impact on adolescents navigating mental health challenges and the unique developmental issues of the teen years.
• Receive individual reflective supervision from the Program Director to support your professional development
• Access free continuing education, trainings, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Job Description/Summary

The Youth Support Specialist (Case Manager) is responsible for providing structured partial care program services. An ideal candidate for this position will be energetic, creative, engaging, and be able to work effectively on a team. Will need to demonstrate effective communication skills and ability to manage group dynamics among adolescents (13-17 year olds). This is a great position for a recent college graduate with psychology, social work, and ABA background.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing direct care services; works with persons served and the multidisciplinary team to plan and implement the plan of care and subsequent reviews reporting changes in service.
• Provides transportation of all program participants to and from program and adheres to all transportation policies and procedures. Creates and manages daily transportation route.
• Prepares and facilitates group activities, which involve psycho education, medication education, nutrition, group counseling, behavior management, community meetings, coping skills, pre‑vocational skills, alcohol/drug education, and support groups.
• Provides management to milieu; including behavioral modification, crisis intervention, moderating group dynamics, conflict resolution, and contraband searching

Qualifications

Valid NJ driver’s licenseComplete background check/Fingerprinting requirementCPR/AED/First Aide (provided)

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years' experience in the provision of appropriate services to youth;

Competencies

Group experienceProficiently communicates- both written and verbal Exhibits critical thinking, adaptability and flexibility Demonstrates empathy and compassion Computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Teams) Satisfactory criminal background check, including a CARI check. Maintains required CPR/First Aid certification

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• 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

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