YOUTH SUPPORT WORKER - SUB

Apis Services Inc•Lumberton Township, NJ

3d•$0 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

At Crossroads Programs, Inc., we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe every young person deserves the opportunity to grow, succeed, and live a fulfilling life. As a Youth Support Worker | Direct Support Professional, you will provide direct care, guidance, and support to adolescents in a therapeutic residential setting. Your compassion, patience, and dedication will help create a safe and structured environment where youth can develop confidence, independence, and positive life skills. For more than 40 years, Crossroads Programs, Inc. has provided safe and supportive residential treatment opportunities and therapeutic services to empower youth ages 5 to 21. When you join our team, you become part of an organization that values compassion, teamwork, growth, and the belief that every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Psychology with one year of direct care experience working with youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting; or High school diploma with a minimum of three years of relevant experience.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license required with a clean driving record for the past six months.
Must successfully complete: Physical screening, Drug screening, Criminal Record History Clearance, FBI Clearance, Child Abuse History Clearance.
Safety Crisis Management (SCM) Certification required within one week of hire.
Requires active participation in physically demanding activities.

Nice To Haves

Compassionate
Patient
Dependable
Professional
Team-Oriented
Positive
Strong Communicator
Dedicated to Helping Others

Responsibilities

Provide direct support and supervision to residents ages 14–21 in a therapeutic residential setting.
Provide direct care and support to up to five residents.
Maintain a safe, supervised, and structured residential environment.
Assist residents with daily living activities.
Support youth through behavioral and emotional challenges.
Provide transportation to appointments, activities, and community events.
Assist with developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.
Collaborate with team members to ensure consistent therapeutic care.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
Support behavior management strategies and positive outcomes.
Maintain accurate resident records.
Complete progress notes and incident reports.
Communicate important information with the treatment team.
Follow program policies and safety procedures.