Direct Support Professional (3p-11p FT includes a $1,000 SIgn On Bonus!)

Wood Haven is a Residential program for boys ages 15-19.

We are seeking flexible days and hours for our program.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Supervise, organize, and support recreational and/or socialization activities
  • Play an active role in leading the milieu staff through youth’s structured routine while collaborating with youth’s case manager, clinician, and prescriber
  • Engage and interact with youth based on behavioral intervention plans
  • Maintain a clean, safe environment
  • Observing, documenting, and acknowledging positive behaviors
  • Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor level degree in a related (Psychology, Sociology, Education, Public Health etc.), Psychology preferred.

High school diploma requires 3 years or more working with youth in a behavioral or group setting.

Must have a valid driver's license.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 3pm-11pm Friday-Monday 3pm-11pm

Wood Haven is a program of Youth Consultation Service (YCS), which is a behavioral health and social services agency that has been caring for at risk children and families since 1918 in therapeutic residences, special education schools, in-home and in-community programs throughout NJ.

YCS is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid orientation
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Group home or Residential care facility: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Working as a peer counselor, youth group or mentor/tutor: 3 years (Required)
  • Working with youth in a group or behavioral setting: 3 years (Required)
  • Volunteer work with youth in any professional capacity: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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