Behavioral Assistant
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Mental Health -
Social Work
Mental Health
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Behavioral Assistance (BA)
Job Type: Part-Time
Hours:
After School and/or Weekends (Flexible scheduling based on family availability)
Location:
In the community (BA will determine the area in which they would like to work. We have contracts in Atlantic, Cape, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem, Camden, Ocean, Monmouth, Union, and Hudson Couties.)
We are seeking dynamic and compassionate individuals to join our team as Behavioral Assistance (BA) Specialists. In this role, you will work with youth aged 4-20 who are emotionally disturbed and may have mental or disability impairments, substance abuse issues, or extreme behavioral challenges. As a BA Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting these youth by:
- Role modeling effective communication strategies
- Developing safe social skills
- Enhancing focus and engagement in school
- Promoting independence and self-reliance
- Assist youth in developing positive behaviors and coping strategies
- Implement individualized support plans under the guidance of a clinical social worker
- Provide one-on-one and group support sessions
- Encourage and reinforce positive social interactions
- Monitor and document youth progress and behavior
- Communicate regularly with clinical supervisors to ensure effective support
- Foster a safe and supportive environment for all youth
- Experience working with youth, particularly those with emotional and behavioral challenges, is preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively under the supervision of a clinical social worker
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of youth
- Flexibility to work after school hours and/or weekends
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community
- Gain valuable experience in the field of youth support and behavioral assistance
- Receive supervision and support from experienced clinical social workers
- Flexible part-time hours to suit your schedule
- Competitive hourly wage
Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of youth in our community!
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