JFed Behavioral Health Services
We provide services at every stage of life. No matter where you are, we are there with you.
Early childhood (ages 0–5)
Childhood (ages 6-12)
Adolescent years (ages 13-17)
Young adult years (ages 18+)
The Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey (JFSNJ) is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families includes behavioral health services offered through JFed Behavioral Health Services.
Who We Are
JFed Behavioral Health Services (JBHS) provides behavioral health support for children, adolescents, and adults to help them build independence, social skills, and a successful life.
JBHS meets each individual, their family, and their care team exactly where they are – support is personalized for each client’s unique needs and goals.
Interested in learning more about Behavioral Health Services?
Meet the Team
Adam Roth, M.B.A., M.Ed.
Regional Director of Disability Services
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Colleen Patrick, ED.S., BCBA
Director of Community Behavioral Health
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Chana Crawford, MMT, CPRP
Supportive Services Manager
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Core Services
We provide, but are not limited to, the following services. Services vary based on the client’s age range.
Therapy and Skills Building
- Behavioral therapy and interventions tailored to each individual
- Interventions designed to decrease maladaptive behaviors and increase communication skills, language development, and functionally appropriate behaviors
- Social skills training and emotional management coaching
- Daily living skills development to increase independence
- Executive functioning support for organization, planning, and problem-solving
- Prevocational and vocational skill building to prepare for future work opportunities
Evaluations
- Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify needs and guide interventions
- Skills assessments: Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP), Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills-revised (ABLLS-R), Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS), and social skills screenings
Social Opportunities
- Social clubs, mentorships, and community engagement opportunities for practicing skills in real-world settings
Parental Guidance
- Parent support and training, including guidance for navigating diagnoses, early intervention, and the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process
Case Management
JFed Behavioral Health Services case management is designed to assist families with navigating the processes of supportive services for their loved on. Case management focuses on the following core functions to help clients achieve stability and independence within the community:
- Service planning: developing a personalized, client-drive plan to outline short- and long-term goals
- Resource navigation: connecting clients and families to inter-agency programs and services and external community resources
- Monitoring: proactively communicating with all stakeholders to ensure growth through service provisions
- Advocacy: assisting families to ensure they receive fair and equitable access to the resources they need
Our Credentials & Why We’re Special
Services are delivered by:
- Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) – licensed professionals who design and oversee individualized behavior plans
- Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) – trained professionals who implement behavior plans under BCBA supervision
JFed Behavioral Health Services is an extension of JFSNJ, which is backed by decades of experience in the health care space, including over a decade of home care experience for older adults through Aleph Home Care. Individuals do not need to be Jewish to be clients.
Through JFed Behavioral Health Services, clients have access to a multitude of JFSNJ’s systemwide programs and services that extend far beyond clinical needs, such as:
- Inclusive social and recreational opportunities
- Transportation
- Financial support and more
If you’re interested in YAD, you may also want to learn about Jewish Federation of North America (JFNA)’s National Young Leadership Cabinet.
See Us In Action
