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Residential Counselor - Youth I/DD

SERV Behavioral Health System·Burlington, New Jersey

$20 - $21/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide therapeutic residential support and behavioral assistance to youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group home. Responsibilities include supervising daily activities, facilitating community integration, and maintaining required documentation.

Job summary

The Residential Counselor – Youth I/DD provides therapeutic residential support to youths with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities. The successful candidate will assist with daily living activities and provide behavioral support in a group home setting.

Schedule

  • Tuesday through Saturday 3 PM to 11 PM
  • OR- Friday through Tuesday 3 PM to 11 PM

Essential duties & responsibilities

  • Orients newly admitted clients
  • Plans, leads and supervises client activities
  • Provides positive behavioral supports on a daily basis
  • Provides direct supervision in a group home setting
  • Provides input into assessments, conferences and treatment planning
  • Facilitates community integration through focused recreational activities
  • Provides pre-vocational skills training as indicated based on client needs
  • Collects and records data, and completes all required documentation
  • Provides transportation as needed and accompanies clients to and from appointments
  • Responsible for ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment and adhering to all safety standards, Federal and State regulations, and corporate policies

Education, knowledge, skill & ability

  • High School diploma or equivalent and one year of experience working with I/DD individuals in a group setting, OR
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a field unrelated to social work/psychology and six (6) months’ experience working with I/DD individuals in a group setting, OR
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology or related field
  • Valid unrestricted driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
  • Ability to demonstrate respect for children/adolescents and their families

SALARY

• $20.60 to $21.93 per hour based on experience and education.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma with one year of I/DD experience, or a degree in a related field. A valid unrestricted driver's license and clean driving record are mandatory.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Documentation
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Client Supervision
  • Data Collection
  • Community Integration
  • Behavioral Support
  • Therapeutic Support
  • Pre-vocational Training

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$20 - $21/hr
Location
Burlington, New Jersey
Posted
Jun 4, 2026
Closes
Sep 2, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

SERV Behavioral Health System

SERV Behavioral Health System is an award-winning, not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization. Focused on compassionate care and personal empowerment, we offer a full spectrum of recovery services for children, youth, and adults living with chronic mental illness,...

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryMental Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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Market context

Steady demand for youth I/DD support

In New Jersey, Residential Counselor roles for youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities are often driven by ongoing staffing needs in residential and community-based care. Competition can be strong because employers usually look for a high school diploma plus I/DD experience or a related degree, along with an unrestricted driver’s license and clean driving record. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your driving eligibility and highlight any direct support experience in your application.

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