Youth Group Worker
Bergen County, NJ, Hackensack, NJ
Youth Group Worker in Hackensack, NJ, full time at $48,000 per year with evening and weekend shifts. The employer says people with a criminal record are encouraged to apply. Requires a bachelor's degree, a valid New Jersey driver's license, and work with at-risk youth in a residential setting.
What the posting says about criminal records
The employer marked this job as open to applicants with a criminal record.
Last checked Oct 16, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.
Overview
Bergen County's Division of Family Guidance seeks a Youth Group Worker for its residential programs serving at-risk youth. The role supervises group and individual activities, responds to crisis calls and walk-in youth, and maintains records. The employer says people with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Psychology, or a related field
- Valid New Jersey driver's license
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends
- Experience with at-risk youth preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to learn agency record systems
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Enrollment into the state pension system
- Life, Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance and Employee Wellness Programs
Job details
- Location
- Hackensack, NJ
- Pay
- $48,000 per year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Industry
- Healthcare and Social Services
- Posted
- Apr 11, 2025
- Drug test
- Not stated