What are the responsibilities and job description for the Youth Support Shift Lead position at Apis Services Inc?
Now Hiring: Youth Support Shift Lead
Location: Timber House | Willingboro, NJ
Job Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday 12pm - 8pm
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Pay: $21.50
Crossroads Programs, Inc. an Apis Affiliate is seeking a professional interested in joining our team as a Youth Support Worker in Willingboro, NJ. The ideal candidate is professionally passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of adolescents with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities.
About Hope Homes – Timber House
Hope Homes – Timber House provides a therapeutic environment that focuses on providing individualized care and support to our residents, between 14 – 21 years old. Our team of professionals play a vital role in helping our adolescents navigate their unique challenges and empower them to reach their full potential. Hope Homes – Timber House believes in the power of a supportive and inclusive community.
Summary of Essential Duties:
Leadership & Coordination: Oversees shift operations, assigns duties, and motivates staff to maintain a structured and nurturing environment.
Youth Engagement: Works directly with youth facing behavioral health challenges, providing trauma-informed and strength-based support.
Skill Building: Designs and leads life skills and educational activities tailored to each youth’s needs and strengths.
Assessment & Personalization: Evaluates youth in daily functioning to customize services.
Transportation & Mentorship: Provides transport, reinforces social skills, and serves as a mentor and on-call support when needed.
Qualifications:
Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in social work, Human Services, Psychology, or Counseling
Minimum of 2 years working directly with youth in an out-of-home treatment setting
Some program elements may require 3–5 years of experience
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
In addition, the ideal Youth Support Shift Lead:
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills and will be able to build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and team members.
- Knowledge and understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by these individuals.
- Will be able to assist with daily living activities and implement behavior management strategies.
- Can remain calm and composed in challenging situations, demonstrate patience and understanding.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Paid Training & Career Advancement
- A Great Team Environment
- We offer our team members DailyPay!
- Wellness Program & more
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.
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