Youth Support Technician III — Build Daily Living Skills

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off & Sick Pay (Full-Time)

Ongoing Job Training

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare seeks compassionate Individual Support Technicians (IST I‑III) to assist youth ages 5–21 in home and community settings with daily living skills, adaptive behavior, and socialization. Services use Positive Behavior Support strategies in homes and outpatient youth centers.

Providers typically work 5–35 hours per week with 2–4 hour shifts based on family and program needs. The role is hands‑on skill‑building focused on independence and client safety, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3 years supervised experience implementing behavior support plans and teaching ADL/IADL skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to youth in home and community settings.
• Implement Positive Behavior Support (PBS) strategies and skill acquisition plans.
• Support development of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Behavioral Needs, including Self‑Care, Functional Skills, Behaviorial Support, Socialization.
• Teach appropriate social behavior.
• Utilize redirection and proactive strategies to address challenging behavior.
• Train and coach parents/guardians to support skill generalization and consistency.
• Collect accurate service data and submit visit notes per compliance standards.
• Ensure client safety and well‑being at all times.
• Participate in case reviews, team meetings, supervision, and required trainings.
• Follow all agency policies, NJ CSOC/DDD guidelines, and professional standards.
• Implement assigned interventions and skill‑building activities.
• Support BADLs and IADLs when applicable.
• Assist with data collection and documentation.
• Follow supervision and program guidance.

Skills

Active listening

Emotional intelligence

Patience and empathy

Verbal and written communication

Structured plan implementation

Independence & teamwork

I/DD evidence-based practices

Behavior redirection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare seeks compassionate Individual Support Technicians (IST I‑III) to assist youth ages 5–21 in home and community settings with daily living skills, adaptive behavior, and socialization. Services use Positive Behavior Support strategies in homes and outpatient youth centers.

Providers typically work 5–35 hours per week with 2–4 hour shifts based on family and program needs. The role is hands‑on skill‑building focused on independence and client safety, with