About Us:
OUR MISSION:
Rapid Psychotherapy strives to provide quality and timely counseling services to children, adolescents, couples and families, valuing integrity, creativity and the empowerment of others.
OUR GOALS:
- Clients are our priority, never to be underserved.
- Achieve or exceed the well-being goals of the client.
- Celebrate diversity in ourselves and others.
- Maintain a high standard for staff ongoing growth and development
Job Description: We are seeking an In-Home Behavioral Assistant to provide support and assistance to individuals and families in their home environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals with behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities, or mental health diagnoses. As an In-Home Behavioral Assistant, you will work directly with clients and their families to implement behavior management strategies, teach life skills, and promote independence and community integration.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct support and supervision to clients in their home environment, assisting with social skills development and behavior management.
- Implement behavior support plans developed by a clinician, utilizing positive reinforcement techniques and proactive strategies to address challenging behaviors.
- Teach and model appropriate social skills, communication techniques, and problem-solving strategies to clients.
- Collaborate with other members of the client's treatment team, including parents, caregivers, therapists, and case managers, to ensure coordinated care and consistent implementation of interventions.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client progress, behavior incidents, and intervention strategies.
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and team members to promote a supportive and empowering environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related field preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, or mental health diagnoses in a home or community-based setting.
- Knowledge of behavior management principles and positive behavior support strategies.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build positive relationships with clients and families.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting clients with diverse needs and abilities.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
How to Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position to info@rapidpsychotherapy.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Rapid Psychotherapy/Rapid In-Home is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success as an organization and strive to create an environment where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to provide quality and timely counseling services to children, adolescents, couples and families. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please email info@rapidpsychotherapy.com.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
Patient demographics:
Schedule:
Experience:
- Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- New Brunswick, NJ 08901 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New Brunswick, NJ 08901: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Brunswick, NJ 08901