Owen Health Care·South Brunswick, New Jersey
Implement individualized service plans and behavioral interventions for children and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities in home and community settings. Monitor youth behavior, document observations, and develop engaging recreational activities to support emotional and social growth.
Join Owen Health Care Inc. as a Part-Time Individual Support Worker and be part of a team that positively impacts the lives of children and adolescents.
You will have the opportunity to utilize your experience in working with youth who have intellectual and developmental disabilities while developing strong relationships with their families and collaborating professionals.
Our Individual Support Workers travel to the homes of our children and adoloscents.
You will be offered great benefits such as a 401(k) and Competitive Hourly Pay.
Apply now to become part of a client-focused team dedicated to excellence in care located in North Brunswick, NJ!
An Introduction to Owen Health Care Inc.
Owen Health Care Inc. is a state-licensed agency and is accredited by The Joint Commission as a health care agency.
We provide compassionate, quality, and affordable health care services to adults with mental health, substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders, as well as to all individuals with disabilities-including children and the elderly.
In our organization, we are passionate about helping people, dedicated to the health and well being of all the clients we serve, and committed to ensuring the best quality of care.
Our licensed clinicians and highly qualified professionals are trained to provide the highest quality, compassionate care.
Your Day as an Individual Support Worker As a Part Time Individual Support Worker at Owen Health Care, you will play a pivotal role in assisting behavioral therapists to create effective behavioral therapy programs tailored to children and adolescents.
Your responsibilities will include implementing individualized service plans, providing behavioral interventions in home and community settings, and actively managing youth with behavioral challenges.
Ensuring a safe and supportive environment is essential, as you will develop and initiate safety standards while instructing youth on positive behavioral practices.
Additionally, you will monitor and document observations of youth behavior, allowing for necessary modifications to daily activities that align with therapeutic goals.
Your creativity will shine as you develop and implement engaging recreational activities that support the emotional and social growth of the youth you care for, ensuring they have a clean and secure environment to thrive in.
To excel as an Individual Support Worker at Owen Health Care Inc., candidates must possess a college degree with one year of experience or a High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of three years of supervised experience in implementing positive behavior support plans and teaching ADL/Instrumental skills to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building relationships with both the children and their families.
The ability to work independently while following established protocols and guidelines is crucial for successful implementation of behavioral therapy programs.
Candidates should also demonstrate empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for working with children and adolescents in a supportive and nurturing manner.
Prior experience in behavioral interventions and a commitment to ongoing professional development are highly valued attributes for this role.
We're looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals.
If you're passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference in the lives of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we want to hear from you!
Don't wait - apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with endless possibilities.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Requires a college degree with one year of experience or a High School Diploma/GED with at least three years of supervised experience in positive behavior support. Candidates must demonstrate empathy, patience, and strong communication skills for working with youth and their families.
Market context
In New Jersey, Individual Support Worker roles are typically in demand in school and community settings serving youth with disabilities, where consistency and behavior-support experience matter. These positions are competitive because employers often look for either a college degree plus one year of experience or a high school diploma/GED with three years of supervised positive behavior support, along with strong communication, empathy, and a genuine commitment to youth. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight supervised behavior-support work and any direct youth support experience.
