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Youth Support Worker

Crossroads Programs
Trenton, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/9/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring : Youth Support Worker | Direct Care Professional (DSP)

Location : Kerri's House | 42 Delaware Ave. | Ewing, NJ 08628

Pay : $17.00 per hour

Job Type : Full-time

Sign On Bonus : $500 (Ask for Details) | Limited Time

Are you ready to join a team that’s making a difference in the lives of children? Great! We have the job for you!

Crossroads Programs, Inc. is seeking highly motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team as a Youth Support Workers | Direct Support Personnel (DSP) in Ewing, NJ. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children, possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills and be committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for our littles heroes. We have Full-time and Part-time openings available.

Shifts Available :

  • Friday-Monday (7a-3p) FT
  • Sunday-Thursday (3p-11p) FT
  • Tuesday-Saturday (3p-11p) FT
  • Friday-Monday (3p-11p) PT
  • Friday-Monday (11p-7a) PT
  • Saturday-Sunday (7a-3p) PT
  • Saturday-Sunday (3p-11p) PT

About Kerri's House

Kerri's House is a residential program providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for children between the ages of 5 to 12. Our residents may have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, or challenging life circumstances. At Kerri's House, we help children heal and grow by providing them with therapeutic care, education, and life training skills.

Youth Support Worker | Direct Care Professional (DSP)

Job Responsibilities

  • Providing direct care and support to up to five residents, including supervision, meal preparation and transportation to appointments and activities.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of individualized treatment for each resident.
  • Collaborative with team members to ensure consistent and effective delivery of therapeutic care.
  • Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and other career development activities.
  • Maintain accurate and complete resident records, including progress notes and incident reports.

    • Compensations and Rewards package :

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • 401k, Life & Disability Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Training & Career Advancement
  • A Great Team Environment
  • We offer our team members DailyPay!
  • Wellness Program & more

    • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology with one year of experience in direct care for youth in a behavioral health agency or institutional setting.
  • High School diploma holders with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience will also be considered.
  • A valid driver's license with a clean standing over the past 6 months is required.
  • Physical & Drug Screening, Criminal Record History, FBI, and Child Abuse History Clearances.
  • All new hires are required to successfully complete Safety Crisis Management (SCM) certification within one week of hire.

    • Training Overview :

  • Duration : The SCM program spans three days.
  • Physical Demands : Active participation in physically demanding activities is necessary.

    • In addition, the ideal Youth Support Worker :

  • Is knowledgeable of child development, behavior management, and therapeutic techniques.
  • Can work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Will exhibit excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Has a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

    • WHO WE ARE : Crossroads Programs, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., is a nonprofit 501c3 behavioral health agency celebrating 40 years in service. We provide safe and supportive residential treatment opportunities and therapeutic services to empower youth ages 5 to 21.

    Apis Services, Inc . (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies.

    Apis Services provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment.

    All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy / childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.

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