Behavioral Assistant

Prasada Center for Wellbeing is in immediate need of Behavioral Assistants in the Middlesex, Morris, Sussex, Bergen, Essex, Passaic, Somerset, Warren, Hunterdon, Union and Monmouth counties who will assist children with mental health and behavioral challenges, autistic children or children with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the child's home or in their primary community.

The Behavioral Assistant works closely with a therapist to carry out behavioral modification plans. This job is a great opportunity for those pursuing careers in social work, counseling, special education or behavior analysis. Pay scale is based on experience and type of employment. Free Behavioral Assistant certification through the Children's System of Care and Rutgers.

Prasada offers therapeutic counseling, coaching and health care services in the homes and communities of Northern New Jersey families, the ideal environment to promote healing, growth and support for emotional well-being. It offers services within two healthcare segments; children and family services that provide mental and behavioral health counseling and coaching.

In addition Prasada offers therapies and supports for Autistic children and children with intellectual and developmental delays. Prasada offers evidence based interventions and solutions to family's whose children face challenges associated with ADHD, Bi-polar Disorder, Trauma related disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders among others. All services are provided by skilled and compassionate professionals who are dedicated to seeing families, children and individuals reach their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.

Prasada is seeking those who will share our vision to become an industry leader in enhancing and promoting change and functionality in the lives of the individuals Prasada serves. We are a developing and progressing agency that values what our members can give to us. We believe our team members are promoters of change, healing and support so children, families and those with disabilities can achieve greater outcomes. Not only does Prasada want to promote change in others, we also want to promote your achievements.

Requirements:

• Provide assistance to therapist in developing behavioral modification and therapy programs
• Provide behavioral interventions to children and adolescents in the home and community settings.
• Work with children and caregivers to develop and initiate safety standards for children with mental health challenges and/or autism spectrum disorders.
• Monitor, record and document observations.
• Develop and initiate recreational activities for children.
• Must be willing to travel throughout Northern NJ
• Complete BA Certification through Children's System of Care within 6 months of hiring.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Psychology, Early Childhood Education, Social Work, or related field.
• Valid Drivers License.
• One year experience working with children and adolescents
• Enthusiastic attitude and willing to help promote change
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bi-lingual a plus
• Experience with children with autism or developmental disabilities a plus
• Experience in team collaboration

Benefits:

• Incentives for longevity and quality of care.
• Free training opportunities through Rutgers University and the Children's System of Care.
• Increase rate of pay with completion of training.
• Make the a difference in the lives of children.

LOCATION: This is an home based position, however you will be working with families in their homes, and be required to meet periodically with the Prasada's interdisciplinary team for meetings.

Check out our website at www.prasadainhome.com to understand the applicant to hire process.

Prasada supports workforce diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We will provide employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, gender, orientation, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, veterans’ status or any other classification protected by employment discrimination laws. When necessary, Prasada also makes reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities in accordance with individual needs, business realities and applicable laws.

Job Type: Part-time

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $35 - $40 per hour