Paraprofessional

CFG Health Network • Bridgeton, NJ

20d • $19 - $21

About The Position

The Paraprofessional provides direct care and management of the patient population at the A Step Ahead Program, a partial care treatment center in Bridgeton. The role helps maintain a safe, therapeutic environment; assists with psycho-educational groups addressing identified treatment issues and reinforcing treatment plans; and provides observational feedback to the multidisciplinary team. The Paraprofessional records daily patient progress in medical records, completes required paperwork, and rides with the van driver to transport patients to and from the program. Annual certification in the Handle With Care behavior management system is required.

The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., followed by virtual IOP coverage from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with no virtual IOP coverage. The position is 32 hours per week and pays $19–$21 per hour.

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 3–17.
• A bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field; or an associate’s degree and 2 years of experience providing services to youth; or a high school diploma and 5 years of experience providing services to youth.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team and manage multiple responsibilities professionally.
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance.
• Seeks opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and management of the patient population.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.
• Assist with psycho-educational groups that address identified treatment issues and reinforce patients’ treatment plans.
• Provide observational feedback within the multidisciplinary team context.
• Accurately record daily patient progress in medical records and complete other required paperwork.
• Ride with the van driver to transport patients to and from the program.
• Maintain annual certification in the Handle With Care behavior management system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time