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Administrative Assistant

Foster Care and Prevention

As an Administrative Assistant with Foster Care and Prevention, you will perform clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, and providing information to callers. You will report to the Program Coordinator and will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.
• Operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems, and use computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and other applications.
• Greet visitors and callers, handle their inquiries, and direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.
• Maintain program shared electronic calendars and electronic case records in Evolv.
• Process staff requests for assistance with copying, correspondence, filing and mailings.
• Maintain work relationships with Agency colleagues and engage in constructive communication both within and outside the Agency.
• Have working knowledge of the program operations and functions.
• Follow Agency policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality in all administrative matters.
• Prepare monthly billing for foster care in Evolv.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• Associates degree preferred and two years of office related experience, or High School Diploma/GED with two or more years experience required

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

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Qualifications

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Certified Teacher Assistants - Sign On Bonus - $1,500

As a Teacher Assistant, you will assist the classroom teacher in all aspects of teaching, behavior management, and supporting students success in school. You will report to the Preschool Supervising Teacher and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.
• Assist the teacher in devising special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on an understanding of individual students, their needs, interests, and abilities; create and modify materials to match student abilities.
• Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials to match student abilities.
• Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; record behavior data as requested; assist with crisis prevention; assist with de-escalation techniques with students.
• Assist in the implementation of behavior plans (BIP); recording behavior data; and the completion of incident reports when requested.
• Monitor, supervise and assist students during non-instructional periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. lunch, recess/breaks, bus loading/unloading, playground, classroom, washroom, field trips, transportation, assemblies, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assist in the implementation of Pyramid Model principles and practices in the classroom to build social and emotional competence and to support children through nurturing and responsive relationships and a high-quality environment.
• Attend meetings, training, professional learning sessions (e.g. first aid, Pyramid, CPR, emergency procedures, behavior management) for the purpose of enhancing professional skills, competencies and to meet regulatory requirements (OCFS regulations require 30 hours in 5 areas over 2 years).
• Perform various clerical duties; maintain records of student progress; develop and file incident reports; maintain student files; check daily attendance; make copies; develop classroom displays and instructional material; maintain and operate computers, smartboards and other classroom equipment.
• Collaborate with teacher and other staff to incorporate information provided by parents, doctors, nurses, therapists and others in order to understand the needs of and provide services for students.
• Assist the teacher(s) with the administration of appropriate assessment tools, tests, and other curriculum measurements.
• Always monitor safety and well-being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage positive behavior and interactions with peers.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as requested by the teacher and Director.

Requirements and Education:

• Associates degree preferred
• Ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 3-5
• NYS Education Teacher Assistant Certification

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

POSITION OVERVIEW

Residential Assistant Supervisor -

Albany residential has an immediate need for a full-time ResidentialAssistant Supervisor. This position is responsible for supervising direct care staff as well as working as part of the direct care team who collectively provide daily therapeutic care and programming according to agency policy and regulation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervising program activity as related to client treatment plans
• Supervision and evaluation of direct care staff
• Working as part of staff-to-youth ratio and on-call system, mentoring and training staff
• Assisting in crisis intervention as needs
• Other administrative tasks related to running the unit

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Requires an Associate’s degree plus 3 years of experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred, OR high school plus at least 5 years of experience
• Related experience with vulnerable populations/older adolescent population is required
• Must have supervisory experience or demonstrated ability to manage a residential unit
• Must have valid, clean driver’s license
• Ability to work variable shifts required including evenings, weekends and holidays

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

The Lake Placid Lodge is looking for Front Desk Agents to serve as our guests’ first point of contact and manage all aspects of their accommodation. If you have a knack for customer service and work experience in the hotel industry, we’d like to meet you. Ultimately, you will help create a pleasant and memorable stay for our guests.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all check-in and check-out tasks
• Manage online and phone reservations
• Register guests collecting necessary information (like contact details and exact dates of their stay)
• Provide information about our hotel, available rooms, rates and amenities
• Liaise with our housekeeping staff to ensure all rooms are clean, tidy and fully-furnished to accommodate guests’ needs

Requirements:

• Work experience as a Front Desk Agent, Receptionist or similar role
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to reliably commute to Lake Placid
• Experience with hotel reservations software, like OPERA
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

About Us:

The Lake Placid Lodge is an upscale resort located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, situated on the shores of Lake Placid.

Website: https://www.opalcollection.com/lake-placid-lodge/

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Affordable Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Free Employee Meals (1 per shift)
• Opportunities for Advancement

Pay Range: $17-$20 per hour

Description

As a Program Supervisor, you will be responsible for the administrative and programmatic oversight of a Foster Care team. You will oversee staff, the foster families associated with the office and maintain agency resource relationships within the counties the foster care program supports. You will report to the Director of Foster Care and will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise multistage foster care treatment teams in areas of intake and ongoing treatment planning for foster youth and foster families.
• Ensure the diligent efforts made to reach permanency of foster children in placement.
• Coordinate the work of a multidisciplinary team comprised of permanency care managers, and clinical and nursing departments to fulfill these goals of permanency, safety, and wellbeing for our children in care.
• Provide regular supervision and complete performance evaluations of program staff such as Permanency Care Managers, Family Support Workers, and Administrative Assistants in the program.
• Work with the Local Department of Social Services to fulfill contracted services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with outside agencies for resources to program.
• Assist in the training and selection of prospective foster parents.
• Assist in ongoing training opportunities for certified foster parents in the program.
• Ensure case records are maintained to the standards of NY OCFS regulations, COA standards as well as agency standards.
• Collaborate with Northern Rivers service departments including finance and human resources.
• Participate in departmental meetings.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree, with preference for Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or related field.
• At least three to five years of progressively responsible experience.
• Professional licensure preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

As a Teacher in Training, you will be responsible for development of classroom instructional plans for students and support student's success in academic and behavioral goals. You will report to the Principal and work on-site.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a classroom instructional plan based on a students IEP and grade and subject area curricula; work with content area teachers to ensure that their lessons are differentiated as to meet the needs of all students.
• Develop and implement Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) for all students on their caseload. Ensure that accommodations and modifications are provided. Provide specially designed instruction and monitor student progress toward academic and behavioral goals. Complete progress reports and IEP updates, and participate in CSE meetings as scheduled.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of individual and classroom behavior plans for managing student behavior to maintain discipline in the classroom; oversee the collecting of behavior data; assist classroom staff with crisis prevention and intervention techniques; assist classroom staff with de-escalation techniques; teach students appropriate behavior strategies.
• Manage and model the implementation of classroom PBIS universal components and Tier 2 and 3 strategies for selected students.
• Schedule and oversee teacher assistants as they assist students in multiple non-instructional environments.
• Provide leadership to assigned teacher assistants in the various clerical and non-instructional duties for your classroom.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers, clinicians, administrators, medical staff and other school staff to provide integrated support, assistance, and treatment to students.

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree and/or New York State Certification as a Teacher Assistant.
• 2 years experience working with students in an educational setting.
• Certification/Licensure in progress for a Special Education Teacher.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Must be able to work within trauma informed framework of program, including identifying and using coping/safety plans, maintaining consistency, providing regular routine, and controlling own response to youth
• Engage and form positive relationship with all youth served
• Complete all mandatory trainings according to programmatic guidelines
• Display basic competency in TCI techniques
• Follow outlined program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols
• Work as part of a team including colleague residential counselors, clinicians, on line on call, supervisors, and other administrative and functional support staff
• Maintain respectful and appropriate communication with internal and external customers, including county workers, medical staff, parents etc.
• Complete and maintain documentation to meet programmatic and regulatory standards
• Transport clients for medical, mental health, and other essential needs

• HS Diploma/GED; Associates degree preferred
• Experience working with emotionally disturbed population

• NYS drivers license

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

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Art Teacher - School at Northeast- Schenectady

**Sign On Bonus $5,000** (paid in 2 parts 1/2 at 30 days and1/2 at a year)

As an Art Teacher, you will provide art education that follows the NYS standards to children grades K-12. You will report to the Assistant Principal (Principal) and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and organize art materials and equipment,
• Provide therapeutic art instruction to individuals, small groups, and classrooms,
• Provide leadership in a variety of school-wide art events and activities,
• Work with school administration to deliver art experiences to students in a variety of school-wide venues on the agency campus,
• Provide subject area instruction (Art) that follows the NYS K-12 Art Curricula and provides students with appropriate level art lessons and age experiences.
• Develop and implement art instructional materials to provide individual and small group instruction to students of various ability levels grades K-12.
• Provide leadership in the school for promoting Art activities and experiences for students. Work with teachers to encourage classroom, small group, and individual art activities, projects, and events.
• Follow school and agency procedures and policies for reporting incidents. This includes behavior incident reports (IR) and incidents such as child/sexual abuse, substance abuse, harassment, bullying, and violence.
• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.
• Provide leadership to assigned teacher assistants in the various clerical and non-instructional duties or needed for your classroom.

Requirements and Education:

• Masters/Bachelor's degree in Art Education
• NYS certification in Art Education

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities
• Free continuing education through our Sidney Albert Training Institute (SATRI) program, a CTLE provider

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

Signing Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available!

The Behavioral Health program and the Youth Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program are seeking a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a shared role working between our Schenectady NY location and our Rensselaer NY location. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive Psychiatric services to adults and youth who are enrolled in our outpatient clinic program and a 28-person caseload of youth enrolled in our Youth ACT program. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week. Must be able to seechildren.

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric services to youth enrolled in Youth ACT and adults and youth enrolled in our BehavioralHealth Clinic as assigned
• Provide consultation to staff on diagnostic and treatment questions
• Participate in formal and informal training and education to staff
• Prescribe medications, monitor, and review of drug regimen for enrolled individuals
• Participate in quality assurance activities, consult with the Youth ACT Team in developing and reviewing service plans for all Youth ACT enrolled individuals
• Provide clinical expertise, consultation, and technical assistance to the Youth ACT Team/Behavioral Health, cooperate with the County and participate in any quality audit and utilization review
• Provide on-site/community based/home visits medication evaluations and reviews for Youth ACT enrolled participants.

Education and/or Experience:

• Requires Board Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Must have a minimum of one year experience working with youth and adults diagnosed with mental illness.
• Must be fully licensed Nurse Practitionerin the State of New York.

You Have, or are willing to get:

• National Provider Identification (NPI) - issued by the federal Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). All electronic prescriptions in NYS require an NPI. Claims processing functions also require the NPI of nurse practitioners and physicians.
• Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) number– issued by the United States Department of Justice Department DEA to nurse practitioners and physicians to prescribe controlled substances. DEA registration must be renewed every three years for those issued a prescriber registration.
• NYS Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement (NYS DOH BNE) registration – issued by the NYS DOH BNE to nurse practitioners and physicians to prescribe controlled substances. NYS DOH BNE registration must be renewed every two years for those issued a prescriber registration.
• NYS Medicaid Enrollment - in cases in which a Prescriber is prescribing to a NYS Medicaid enrolled client. Revalidation must occur at least every five years.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

English/Language ArtsTeacher

**Sign On Bonus $5,000** (paid in 2 parts 1/2 at 30 days and1/2 at a year)

As an English /Language Arts Teacher, you will develop and implement the English/Language Arts classroom instructional plans for students. You will report to the principle and will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Provide subject area instruction (English/Language Arts) that follow the NYS K-12 English/Language Arts curricula and prepares students for exit examinations and statewide assessments.
• Develop and implement English/Language Arts instructional materials to provide individual and small group instruction to students of various ability levels. At the high school level develop lessons, teach, and prepare students for examinations in English/Language Arts.
• Develop and implement a classroom instructional plan with the Special Education Teacher that integrates the students IEP goals and objectives, learning style. as well as accommodations and modifications that are needed.
• Develop and implement with the Special Education Teacher, individual and classroom behavior plans for managing student behavior to maintain discipline in the Classroom; assist classroom staff with crisis prevention and intervention techniques; assist classroom with de-escalation techniques; teach students appropriate behavior strategies.
• Use the classroom PBIS universal plan and Tier 2 and 3 strategies for selected students.
• Manage and coordinate the safety and well-being of students through the use of established classroom and schoolwide processes and procedures; supervise classroom staff implementing these with their work with students throughout the building.
• Follow school and agency procedures and policies for reporting incidents. This includes behavior incident reports as well as incidents such as child/sexual abuse, substance abuse, harassment, bullying, and violence.
• Establish positive relationships with parents and family members to create a partnership around student treatment, student behavior, and academic progress.
• Participate in classroom grade level, and behavioral/treatment meetings as well as professional training and development sessions(e.g. TCI, CPR, emergency procedures and other agency requirements).
• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to our school and students.
• Provide leadership to assigned teacher assistants in various clerical and non-instructional duties as need for your classroom.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers, clinicians, administrators, medical staff, and other school staff to provide integrated support, assistance, and treatment to students.

Requirements and Education:

• A Master's degree in Special Education or subject area and the ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21. a Bachelor's degree with enrollment in a program that leads to a master's degree may be considered.
• A NYS certification in Special Education or subject area, or enrollment in a program that leads to a NYS teacher certification.
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

Qualifications

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Must be able to work within trauma informed framework of program, including identifying and using coping/safety plans, maintaining consistency, providing regular routine, and controlling own response to youth
• Engage and form positive relationship with all youth served
• Complete all mandatory trainings according to programmatic guidelines
• Display basic competency in TCI techniques
• Follow outlined program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols
• Work as part of a team including colleague residential counselors, clinicians, on line on call, supervisors, and other administrative and functional support staff
• Maintain respectful and appropriate communication with internal and external customers, including county workers, medical staff, parents etc.
• Complete and maintain documentation to meet programmatic and regulatory standards
• Transport clients for medical, mental health, and other essential needs

• HS Diploma/GED; Associates degree preferred
• Experience working with emotionally disturbed population

• NYS drivers license

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric services as assigned
• Provide consultation to staff on diagnostic and treatment questions
• Participate in formal and informal training and education to staff
• Prescribe medications, monitor, and review of drug regimen for enrolled individuals
• Participate in quality assurance activities
• Provide clinical expertise, consultation, and technical assistance, cooperate with the County and participate in any quality audit and utilization review ·Provide on-site/community based/home visits medication evaluations and reviews.

• Requires Board Certification by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
• Must be fully licensed Nurse Practitionerin the State of New York.

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

Description

As a Residential Youth Counselor, you will provide daily therapeutic care and programming according to agency policy and governing bodies' (DSS, OMH, JCAHO, etc.) requirements for elementary aged children.. You will work on-site on our Albany campus and will report to the Residential Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

Provide for the physical and psychological needs of clients, including physical safety, hygiene, clothing, food, cooking, medical care, and providing a reliable and nurturing environment.

1:1 Residential Counselor

• You will follow an individual youth’s 1:1 expectations plan, ICMP, and any safety plans in place.

• Engage the youth in activities and conversation that are age appropriate and at the appropriate developmental level.

• Document in writing a summary of each shift.

• Learn the history and specific issues associated with the youth who requires 1:1; will learn how to safely manage any crisis.

• Seek and obtain training in any particular area specific to the youth who requires 1:1care.

• Transport 1:1 client for medical, mental health, and other essential needs.

RC1

• You will must be able to work within trauma informed framework of program, including identifying and using coping/safety plans, maintaining consistency, providing regular routine, and controlling own response to youth.

• Engage and form positive relationship with all youth served.

• Complete all mandatory trainings according to programmatic guidelines.

• Display basic competency in TCI techniques.

• Follow outlined program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols.

• Work as part of a team including colleague residential counselors, clinicians, on line oncall, supervisors, and other administrative and functional support staff.

• Maintain respectful and appropriate communication with internal and external customers,including county workers, medical staff, parents etc.

• Complete and maintain documentation to meet programmatic and regulatory standards.

• Transport clients for medical, mental health, and other essential needs.

RC2

All of the above plus the following:

• You will facilitate groups/coached visitation, understanding and applying curriculum and appropriate practice models, i.e. DBT, SAY, etc.

• Take on specific leadership responsibilities for dorm/cottage, including coordinating activities, participating in program-wide committee.

• Must have the ability, skill, and knowledge to take a lead role in a team.

• Form positive relationships with more challenging youth and families.

RC3

All of the above plus the following:

• Display critical thinking and problem solving skills related to residential program needs.

• Display good judgment and decision making related to all program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols.

• Lead, delegate, and plan work for other team members.

Requirements and Education:

• HS Diploma/GED required.

• Experience working with emotionally disturbed population.

• A valid, clean driver's license is required.

• Must pass physical.

• Must be able to complete TCI training.

RC 1

Experience with emotionally disturbed population is preferred.

RC 2

At least six months of related experience is required with demonstrated competency in Level 1 essential job duties. One year of related experience is desired.

RC 3

At least one year of related experience is required with demonstrated competency in Level 2 essential job responsibilities. Two years or more related experience is desired.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off

• Holiday Pay

• 401 (K) plan

• Life Insurance

• Loan repayment assistance

• Free training/CEU opportunities

Qualifications

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Description

As a Residential Youth Counselor, you will provide daily therapeutic care and programming according to agency policy and governing bodies' (DSS, OMH, JCAHO, etc.) requirements for elementary aged children.. You will work on-site on our Albany campus and will report to the Residential Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

Provide for the physical and psychological needs of clients, including physical safety, hygiene, clothing, food, cooking, medical care, and providing a reliable and nurturing environment.

1:1 Residential Counselor

• You will follow an individual youth’s 1:1 expectations plan, ICMP, and any safety plans in place.

• Engage the youth in activities and conversation that are age appropriate and at the appropriate developmental level.

• Document in writing a summary of each shift.

• Learn the history and specific issues associated with the youth who requires 1:1; will learn how to safely manage any crisis.

• Seek and obtain training in any particular area specific to the youth who requires 1:1care.

• Transport 1:1 client for medical, mental health, and other essential needs.

RC1

• You will must be able to work within trauma informed framework of program, including identifying and using coping/safety plans, maintaining consistency, providing regular routine, and controlling own response to youth.

• Engage and form positive relationship with all youth served.

• Complete all mandatory trainings according to programmatic guidelines.

• Display basic competency in TCI techniques.

• Follow outlined program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols.

• Work as part of a team including colleague residential counselors, clinicians, on line oncall, supervisors, and other administrative and functional support staff.

• Maintain respectful and appropriate communication with internal and external customers,including county workers, medical staff, parents etc.

• Complete and maintain documentation to meet programmatic and regulatory standards.

• Transport clients for medical, mental health, and other essential needs.

RC2

All of the above plus the following:

• You will facilitate groups/coached visitation, understanding and applying curriculum and appropriate practice models, i.e. DBT, SAY, etc.

• Take on specific leadership responsibilities for dorm/cottage, including coordinating activities, participating in program-wide committee.

• Must have the ability, skill, and knowledge to take a lead role in a team.

• Form positive relationships with more challenging youth and families.

RC3

All of the above plus the following:

• Display critical thinking and problem solving skills related to residential program needs.

• Display good judgment and decision making related to all program routines, therapeutic plans of youth, and program rules and protocols.

• Lead, delegate, and plan work for other team members.

Requirements and Education:

• HS Diploma/GED required.

• Experience working with emotionally disturbed population.

• A valid, clean driver's license is required.

• Must pass physical.

• Must be able to complete TCI training.

RC 1

Experience with emotionally disturbed population is preferred.

RC 2

At least six months of related experience is required with demonstrated competency in Level 1 essential job duties. One year of related experience is desired.

RC 3

At least one year of related experience is required with demonstrated competency in Level 2 essential job responsibilities. Two years or more related experience is desired.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision

• Tuition reimbursement

• Paid time off

• Holiday Pay

• 401 (K) plan

• Life Insurance

• Loan repayment assistance

• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications