Youth Support Worker

❤️ Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures Youth Support Worker Part-Time | Friday and Saturday | 11 pm- 7 am | $18.50/Hour | Paid Training | DailyPay Available Location: Maxine's House | Willingboro, NJ

Looking for More Than Just a Job? At Crossroads Programs, Inc. , we're not just hiring employees—we're building a team of compassionate professionals who believe every child deserves a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment to heal, grow, and succeed.

As a Youth Support Worker , you will play an important role in supporting children who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, or challenging life circumstances. Through compassion, patience, and teamwork, you will help create a positive environment where children can develop confidence, independence, and 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 child deserves the opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Our Team? 💰 Competitive Pay & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Available after 30 days of employment
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

🎓 Training & Career Growth

• Comprehensive training program.
• Safety Crisis Management (SCM) certification within one week of hire.
• Six-day SCM training course.
• Opportunities to develop skills in behavioral health and youth care.

❤️ Meaningful Work That Matters

• Build relationships that change lives.
• Support children through personal challenges.
• Encourage emotional growth and independence.
• Help create a safe and caring home environment.

What You'll Do The Youth Support Worker provides direct care, supervision, and support to children ages 5–12 in a therapeutic residential setting.

Your responsibilities may include: Child Care & Support

• Provide direct care and support to up to five residents.
• Supervise children and maintain a safe, structured environment.
• Assist with meal preparation and daily activities.
• Provide transportation to appointments and activities.
• Build positive relationships with children through patience and understanding.

Treatment & Team Collaboration

• Assist with the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with team members to provide consistent therapeutic care.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
• Support child development, behavior management, and therapeutic strategies.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and complete resident records.
• Complete progress notes and incident reports.
• Communicate important updates with the treatment team.
• Follow program policies and safety procedures.

Who We're Looking For You may be a great fit if you are:

✔ Compassionate

✔ Patient

✔ Dependable

✔ Positive

✔ Team-Oriented

✔ Strong Communicator

✔ Organized

✔ Passionate About Helping Children

Qualifications Education & Experience One of the following is required:

• 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.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for the past six months.

• Reliable transportation.

• Ability to 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.
• Three-day training program.
• Requires active participation in physically demanding activities.

Schedule Part-Time Weekend Shifts Available schedules:

• Friday and Saturday | 11 pm- 7 am

Location:

Maxine’s House Willingboro, NJ 08046

🌟 Start a Career With Purpose Some jobs provide a paycheck.

This job helps shape futures. If you are looking for meaningful work where your compassion, dedication, and hard work make a difference in the lives of children, we invite you to join the Crossroads Programs, Inc. team.

Apply Today and Make an Impact Every Day to Shape Futures. Crossroads Programs, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

"Creating a Better Tomorrow... Today" About Our Organization Crossroads Programs, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) behavioral health agency celebrating 40 years of service. We provide safe and supportive residential treatment opportunities and therapeutic services to empower youth ages 5 to 21.

Equal Opportunity Employer Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

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.