Youth Support Worker -SUB

Crossroads Programs

Position: Youth Support Worker | Direct Support Professional 

Location: Hope Homes - Holyoke | Willingboro, NJ 08046

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Job Type: On-Call | Short Hour (SUB)

We are seeking individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of adolescents.

Join our team as a Direct Support Professional | Youth Support Worker and together, we will continue providing a safe, supervised and structured residential setting for at-risk adolescents.

About Hope Homes – Holyoke

Hope Homes – Holyoke House is dedicated to providing a therapeutic environment that offers individualized care and support to residents aged 14–21. Our professionals play a crucial role in guiding adolescents through unique challenges, empowering them to reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive community.

The Ideal Youth Support Worker | Direct Support Professional

• Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building meaningful relationships with residents, families, and team members.
• Has knowledge and understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by individuals with autism, intellectual, and developmental disabilities.
• Can assist with daily living activities and implement behavior management strategies.
• Demonstrates composure in challenging situations, exhibiting patience and understanding.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications:

• A high school or high school equivalency diploma and one year of experience working with individuals with I/DD in a group setting; OR
• An associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field that is unrelated to social work or psychology and six months’ experience working with individuals with I/DD in a group setting; OR
• An associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology or a related field

Other requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Physical & Drug Screening, Criminal Record History, FBI, and Child Abuse History Clearances

Benefits: Part Time

• Paid Training & Career Advancement
• A Great Team Environment
• Competitive wages
• DailyPay for our team members!
• Wellness Program & more

If you are ready to join a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children, apply now. Crossroads Programs, Inc. invests in our employees and values their contributions to our success. We look forward to hearing from you!

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.

About Company:

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. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. 

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide 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.