Youth Support Technician: PBS & ADL Skills, Flexible Hours

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

PTO & Sick Pay (Full-Time)

Ongoing Job Training

Health benefits

Job summary

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare seeks compassionate Individual Support Technicians to assist youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities in home and community settings. Roles focus on hands‑on skill building, safety, and independence through Positive Behavior Support strategies.

Positions range from IST I to IST III, offering flexible hours between 5–35 hours per week and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing behavior support plans and teaching ADL/IADL skills.
• Ability to work in home and community settings.
• Bilingual Spanish speakers encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to youth in home and community settings.
• Implement PBS strategies and skill acquisition plans.
• Support development of ADLs and basic daily living skills.
• Teach appropriate social behavior.
• Use redirection and proactive strategies for challenging behavior.
• Train and coach parents/guardians to support skill generalization.
• Collect data and submit visit notes per compliance standards.
• Ensure client safety and well‑being at all times.
• Participate in case reviews and required trainings.

Skills

Active listening

Empathy

Communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 years supervised experience in behavior support

Job description

Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare seeks compassionate Individual Support Technicians to assist youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities in home and community settings. Roles focus on hands‑on skill building, safety, and independence through Positive Behavior Support strategies.

Positions range from IST I to IST III, offering flexible hours between 5–35 hours per week and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.