Behavioral Assistant (BA) Neuropath Behavioral Healthcare provides comprehensive therapeutic support services designed to address a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, and our team of highly trained professionals is dedicated to providing individualized care for every client.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide support in the home and community to both youth and caregivers
Implement treatment plans
Deliver services as directed by the supervising therapist, including:
- Using evidence-based interventions and positive reinforcement
- Assist parents/guardians with treatment plan implementation
- Collect, track, and report progression or regression (including graphs when required)
- Submit accurate weekly clinical progress notes within 24 hours of service provision
Assist with caregiver/staff training under the guidance of a supervising therapist.
Recognize, prevent, and intervene in crisis situations appropriately
Participate in required training and maintain compliance with all agency policies
Required Skills & Abilities:- Strong active listening, critical thinking, and communication skills
- Compassion, patience, and adaptability
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Positive leadership and role modeling for youth and families
- Reliability and attentiveness with strong organizational skills
- Knowledge of evidence-based interventions for behavioral/developmental disabilities
Qualifications:- Must complete the NJ CSOC Behavioral Assistant Certification within 6 months of hire
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field2–4 years of experience in behavioral healthcare, preferably working with children with developmental/intellectual disabilities or mental illness
- Valid New Jersey Driver's License
- Must pass all state and federal background checks
A pre-employment, post conditional job offer drug screen is required for this role.
Bilingual candidates (especially Spanish-speaking) encouraged to apply.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor H-1B or other employment visas at this time.
Benefits:- A dynamic work environment
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Competitive PayPaid Time Off & Sick Pay (Full-Time):PTO accrual based on years of service (13–20 days annually).Sick Time Off (STO) up to 40 hours per year.
- Paid Time Off & Sick Pay (Part-Time):PTO accrual based on years of service (up to 40 hours annually).Sick Time Off (STO) up to 40 hours per year.
- Ongoing Job Training
- Health and Ancillary Full-Time Benefits:
- ICHRA Health Coverage Reimbursement PlanShort/Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance 401K
