Why Young Adult Institute
FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filedEmpowers individuals with disabilities through diverse support services for fulfilling lives.
- Residential services - we provide residential services to people in settings that reflect their desires and needs. We operate group homes that provide 24-hour supervision as well as apartments for those who are more independent and require less supports. We…$181.5M spent in FY2024
- Day and community services - day habilitation offers individualized and group activities designed to teach life skills, build relationships, promote independence and provide engagement in the community. In addition, trained specialists provide individualized skills training in the home and the…$64.8M spent in FY2024
- Clinical programs - yai operates article 16 clinics which provide psychological testing and evaluations, mental health services, nutrition, and occupational, physical, and speech therapies.$9.7M spent in FY2024
Before you apply
FY2023 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the orgAbout the role
The org's own posting, as writtenIf you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. NIPD - NJ has an opening for a Behavioral Intervention Specialist. This is a clinical position which involves the assignment to several programs where the BIS is responsible for the assessment of individuals’ habilitative, behavioral and psychiatric needs and the development and implementation of effective interventions to help support those needs.
The BISs effectiveness depends on implementing the person-centered values and beliefs, their capacity to form and maintain good relationships, their ability to identify and assist staff to employ best practices that will improve the person’s situation, and their effectiveness as advocates for necessary changes in service practices. The position involves training staff to ensure the interventions are understood, consistently implemented as documented and data is taken to effectively evaluate progress.
The BIS will also spend significant time interacting with individuals, assessing their ADL skills, promoting habilitation and/or rehabilitation, as well as providing for the health/safety and well-being of the individuals at all times. In addition, the BIS is responsible for ensuring that all the treatment and habilitative needs of the people receiving supports are addressed, all staff are trained, all program plans are implemented properly and consistently, and all documentation is maintained.
Experience
Bachelors degree in the field of Psychology, Social Work or related field required Master’s Degree in the field of Psychology, Social Work or related field preferred One year of experience working with developmental disabilities Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm or 10:00 am-6:00 pm with some flexibility required for staff meetings, etc. Compensation: $50,618 Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Exceptional interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills Willing to take initiative Extensive knowledge of developmental disabilities. Extensive knowledge of clinical syndromes. Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments.
Ability to write clinical reports, goals/outcomes and treatment plans in a clear and concise manner. Ability to train staff in an effective manner. Ability to communicate effectively orally in training staff and professional presentations. Ability to solve complex problems. Demonstrates leadership skills. Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Ability to work in a stressful environment.
Travel to various programs and flexibility in schedule required Benefits Include: 100% Employer Paid Medical/Dental (with options to buy into Family plans) 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance Retirement with Matching Contributions Tuition Reimbursement Generous paid vacation, sick, and holiday time Discounts on wireless services, gym memberships, & more Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible…
About Young Adult Institute
From its Form 990- Budget $297.4M · Human Services
- Staff 4,554 · founded 1957
- Pays its leaders $223K–$555K (8 reported)
- Open jobs 300 · Jobs at Young Adult Institute · Full 990 report