POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Family Support Worker, you will work as part of the Short-term Services Program which was developed as an intensive case-management service to rapidly resolve the concrete and referral needs of families entering the Child Welfare System. By successfully resolving these issues within 90 days of admission, families are at a reduced risk for being referred to Long-term CPS. Services are provided in the office, home, school, and community. You will report to the Coordinator of Short-term Services and will work onsite with community-based travel required.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a full caseload.
• Complete all required trainings, participate in supervision with supervisor and attend required meetings and in-services as directed by supervisor.
• Establish positive and professional relationships with families.
• Model and demonstrate problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Work with SCDSS case managers to identify service needs of at-risk families.
• Have a thorough knowledge of community services in Schenectady County.
• Help families obtain services they need by making referrals, providing transportation, accompanying them to appointments, assisting with applications (medical, schools, DSS, etc.).
• Maintain good working relationships with DSS/Support Unit caseworkers.
• Complete progress notes or other case record notes promptly.
• Maintain cultural sensitivity, competence and client confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires an Associate’s degree and one to two years of related experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license.

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.

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

POSITION OVERVIEW

Description

Director Nursing - Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available

As a Nursing Director, you will lead medical services delivery within the division of Residential and Foster Care Services for Northern Rivers. This also includes oversight of nursing services provided in the agency schools and day treatment. You will oversee policy and protocol development and implementation for health service delivery, and will work with the Medical Director to ensure medical services are provided according to all applicable standards and regulations. You will report to the Chief Officer, Residential & Foster Care Services and you will work on the Albany campus with expectation of some visits to the Schenectady campus.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain appropriate staffing levels for medical services including hiring, staff development and retention of staff.
• Oversee policy and protocol development and implementation for health service delivery for the division
• Review existing practices to find efficiencies and establish common protocols between programs when possible.
• Develop relationships with health providers, schools of nursing, and possible services that the agency will contract with for healthcare
• Maintain a strong working relationship with agency leadership including chiefs, directors, and central services.
• Oversee management of billing and managed care relationships relative to these health services.
• Oversee compliance of medical records with all applicable standards and implement recommendations of other quality improvement and regulatory bodies (i.e., COA, IOC, OCFS, SED, OMH, etc.)
• Participate as a member of multi-disciplinary teams with residential services, foster care and the education department in support of coordination of care of youth.

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university
• 5 to 7 years of management or supervisory experience
• RN License in New York required.
• Must pass physical.
• Must be able to complete TCI training.

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

POSITION OVERVIEW

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)

Evening&Weekend Warrior LPN

We are currently recruiting for highly motivated per diem LPN’s to work in our residential program!We offer a positive, caring work environment with excellent pay and benefits!

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will coordinate appropriate medical care, dental care, and mental health services nursing care/services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs. You will ensure that medical treatment services meet the requirements of the regulating agency. You will report to a Registered Nurse and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the nursing observations report findings to the registered nurse
• Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to RN and providers
• Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
• Dispense medications
• Communicate with medical director/providers regarding observation in client’s health/behavior
• Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments
• Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings
• Nursing documentation using EHR
• Update discharge planning needs
• Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs

Requirements and Education:

• LPN Licensed in New York State
• 1 to 2 years of experience
• Experience working with youth and adolescent population desired
• Must pass physical.
• Must be able to complete TCI training.

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.

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

Description

Director, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Adult

Signing bonus available!

Relocation within NYS available

As the Director of the Assertive Community Treatment program (ACT), you will have the opportunity to improve the lives of adults who have a severe and persistent mental illness that significantly impairs their functioning in the community. You will oversee a multi-disciplinary team that provides services and supports to adults living in the community. Your duties will include the management of the program, staff matters, client referrals, program manual, and program systems. You will promote the agency's commitment to excellence in the provision of mental health services that are strength-based, recovery-oriented, shared decision-making process, along with culturally competent and sensitive. ACT is a program that provides services through less traditional service delivery methods. This is very much a "meet the client in their community" approach. You will report to the ACT Senior Director and will work both on site and in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall supervision to the team and oversee allocation of staff time.
• Ensure all team members are kept informed of issues involving participants and their families.
• Monitor caseload size and coordinate program intakes and discharges.
• Facilitate, organize, and document daily team meetings.
• Provide training and supervision for the staff.
• Create rotating on-call schedule for after-hours / weekend coverage by team members
• Provide after hour and weekend telephonic backup for on-call staff.
• Educate the community about Assertive Community Treatment (ACT); philosophy, program outcomes, theoretical background.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other agencies, colleges, institutions, hospitals, primary care providers, housing authorities, and law enforcement agencies to help meet the needs of this population so they can achieve and maintain their independence.
• Ensure staff are adhering to the fidelity of the program.
• Participate in all required trainings as directed by funding source and ensure that staff are also in compliance with all funding source training.
• Act as a primary clinician for a subset of program participants. In this role of Primary Clinician, the Program Director will:
  • Be a point person for the participant and their family.
  • Conduct needs assessments.
  • Engage in safety planning and wellness management planning with participants.
  • Connect participants and families with the services and supports they need.
  • Provide psychoeducation regarding mental health diagnosis and treatment.
  • Develop and modify treatment using a shared decision-making process with clients.

Requirements and Education:

• A Master’s degree and license in a helping profession- Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, etc.OR licensure/registration as an RN (RN’s are encouraged to be master’s level or nurse practitioner), or physician.
• At least two years of progressively responsible related experience.
• A valid NYS driver's license is 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

Director, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) - Youth

Signing bonus available!

Relocation within NYS available

As the Director of the Youth Assertive Community Treatment program (ACT), you will have the opportunity to improve the lives of youth and families who experience significant impairments to their functioning in the community. You will oversee a multi-disciplinary team that provides services and supports to youth who are at risk of out of home placement, including hospitalization, residential, and educational placements. Your duties will include the management of the program, staff matters, client referrals, program manual, and program systems. You will promote the agency's commitment to excellence in the provision of mental health services that are family-centered, strength-based, recovery-oriented, shared decision-making process, along with culturally competent and sensitive. Youth ACT is a program that provides services through less traditional service delivery methods where we meet our clients in their home, community, and educational settings. You will report to the ACT Senior Director and will work both on site and in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall supervision to the team and oversee allocation of staff time.
• Ensure all team members are kept informed of issues involving participants and their families.
• Monitor caseload size and coordinate program intakes and discharges.
• Facilitate, organize, and document daily team meetings.
• Provide training and supervision for the staff.
• Create rotating on-call schedule for after-hours / weekend coverage by team members.
• Provide after hour and weekend telephonic backup for on-call staff.
• Educate the community about Youth Assertive Community Treatment (YACT); philosophy, program outcomes, theoretical background.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other agencies, schools, colleges, institutions, hospitals, primary care providers, and local government supports to help meet the needs of this population so they can achieve success in their home environments.
• Ensure staff are adhering to the fidelity of the program.
• Participate in all required trainings as directed by funding source and ensure that staff are also in compliance with all funding source training.
• Act as a primary clinician for a subset of program participants. In this role of Primary Clinician, the Program Director will:
  • Be a point person for the participant and their family.
  • Conduct needs assessments.
  • Engage in safety planning and wellness management planning with participants.
  • Connect participants and families with the services and supports they need.
  • Provide psychoeducation and family therapy.
  • Develop and modify treatment using a shared decision-making process that is youth and family driven.

Requirements and Education:

• A Master’s degree and license in a helping profession- Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, etc., or physician.
• At least two years of progressively responsible related experience.
• A valid NYS driver's license is 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

POSITION OVERVIEW

Description

Special Education Teacher

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

As a Special Education Teacher, you will develop and implement classroom instructional plans for students and support students success in academic and behavioral goals. You will report to the Assistant Principle and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations about our school and students.
• 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 your 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.
• Coordinate the creation of 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.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of single 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.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Special Education (Master's Degree preferred) or subject area, and ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21. General education certification with enrollment in a program that leads to special education certification may be considered.
• Requires that you acquire a NYS certification in Special Education or appropriate subject area, or enrollment in a program that leads to NYS teacher certification within one year of hire

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

POSITION OVERVIEW

Description

Clinician, Intensive Aftercare Prevention Program

Licensed Social Workers or Mental Health professionals are eligible for a $7500 signing bonus!

As a Clinician in the Intensive Aftercare Prevention program, you will provide home-based clinical services to children and their families to help preserve or reunite them following Northeast Parent & Child Society's stated purpose and mission of protecting children, preserving families, and strengthening communities. The Intensive Aftercare Prevention Program (IAPP) is a home and community-based program assisting families who have children in foster care or children who are at risk of being placed in foster care. You will report to the Program Coordinator and you will work remotely with travel to client homes required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide home and community-based assessment, planning, and treatment with individuals, groups, and families with those enrolled in our Family Preservation services (the level of intensity/number of direct service hours per family is dependent upon the services in which one is employed)
• Complete necessary all records and client information following agency, county, and state policy and funding requirements
• Provide liaison contact with collateral resources such as referring agencies, schools, family court, and other agency personnel serving on behalf of a child and family as it relates to their treatment
• Responsible for the clinician decisions when assigned and paired to work as a team with a Bachelors Clinician (Family Case Manager or Clinician Case Manager).
• Ensure provisions of regular treatment plan meetings and services plan reviews.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires a Masters degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or related field
• Minimum of one year of post-graduate experience.
• License Preferred: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT
• Must have a valid driver's license.

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 meaningful work.

Qualifications

POSITION OVERVIEW

Clinical Case Manager, Prevention Services

As a Clinical Case Manager in the Prevention Services program, you will provide six to nine months of intensive services to families whose children are either at risk of being removed from their homes or are already in placement. The goals of the program are to prevent out-of-home placement for troubled children, provide a safe environment to return children already in placement, and prevent future out-of-home placement. You will report to the Program Coordinator and you will work with a partner (clinician) in a combination of on-site and remote with travel to client's homes required.This position covers Saratoga County.

Responsibilities:

• Develop treatment plans with families to help identify and meet their goals.
• Develop a psychosocial assessment. Connect with the youth's family to monitor progress and support the family's effort to keep the youth safe.
• Coordinate services with service providers and collaterals involved with the youth and their family.
• Complete paperwork within agency, county, and state guidelines.
• Ability and willingness to do the job as changes arise.

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, criminal justice, psychology, human services or related field;
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families;
• Home and community-based experience a plus.

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.

Description

Clinician, Mobile Crisis - Days

Differential Pay Available!

MSW/MHC's with Limited Permit are eligible for $2500 signing bonus!

Licensed Social Workers or Mental Health professionals are eligible for $7500 signing bonus!

Relocation package available within New York State

As a Clinician for Mobile Crisis, you will be providing crisis risk assessments with a diagnosis (with appropriate supervisory approval, per scope of practice), crisis stabilization and interventions, de-escalation techniques and follow-up services to the identified client experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric crises. These interventions, provided by telephone and on-site mobile visits, will be implemented using a strength-based, trauma-informed, systems-oriented perspective and will include the development of crisis prevention and safety plans; follow-up to evaluate the effectiveness of plans; coordination of services with existing treatment providers; and linkage to additional community-based therapeutic resources and supports. You will directly report to the Clinical Site Supervisors with Director and Executive Program Director guidance and support. You will work on-site with travel to the community and individuals' homes.

Responsibilities:

• Provide rapid response to adults, children, adolescents, and families, who are in crisis, experiencing an emotional or behavioral disturbance by phone and on-site within the community, and as assigned, participate in acute care emergency services rotation system designed to facilitate and strengthen community-based crisis intervention services. This includes rotation of schedule to provide coverage during holidays and weekends.
• Conduct risk assessments with a diagnosis (with appropriate supervisory approval, per scope of practice), mental status examinations, and substance abuse screening.
• Analyze information to identify action plan, which includes crisis stabilization plan, safety, and crisis prevention plans, and plan for follow-up. Consult with team and supervisors.
• Coordinate with community resources for collateral input and follow-up care, including referrals for mental health treatment and substance abuse assessment and treatment.
• Provide short-term crisis intervention and stabilization services to adults, children, adolescents, and their families in the home or community (wherever the individual is experiencing a crisis).

Schedule/Shifts:

• Fulltime; 5 days a week 8 hours shifts (6:45am - 3:15pm)or 4 days a week 10 hours shifts (6:45am - 5:15pm)
• Part time hours available
• Weekend and holiday expectations
• When scheduled for a weekend shift, your schedule will be 5, 8 hour shifts for that week

Requirements and Education:

• Looking for applicants with their LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LCSW-R, MSW-LP or MHC-LP licensure, must be license eligible and willing to apply for a limited permit in discipline upon hire
• Requires a Masters' degree (MSW/MHC) and two years of related experience
• Willing to pass and obtain licensure within 3 months of hire - Required
• Must have a valid NYS Drivers License and be willing/able to drive to clients' homes and communities under a variety of circumstances and weather conditions. Must be willing to work in many settings, including clients' homes and other community locations where there may be pets, cigarette smoke, etc.

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

Clinician, Mobile Crisis - Days

Differential Pay Available!

MSW/MHC's with Limited Permit are eligible for $2500 signing bonus!

Licensed Social Workers or Mental Health professionals are eligible for $7500 signing bonus!

Relocation package available within New York State

As a Clinician for Mobile Crisis, you will be providing crisis risk assessments with a diagnosis (with appropriate supervisory approval, per scope of practice), crisis stabilization and interventions, de-escalation techniques and follow-up services to the identified client experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric crises. These interventions, provided by telephone and on-site mobile visits, will be implemented using a strength-based, trauma-informed, systems-oriented perspective and will include the development of crisis prevention and safety plans; follow-up to evaluate the effectiveness of plans; coordination of services with existing treatment providers; and linkage to additional community-based therapeutic resources and supports. You will directly report to the Clinical Site Supervisors with Director and Executive Program Director guidance and support. You will work on-site with travel to the community and individuals' homes.

Responsibilities:

• Provide rapid response to adults, children, adolescents, and families, who are in crisis, experiencing an emotional or behavioral disturbance by phone and on-site within the community, and as assigned, participate in acute care emergency services rotation system designed to facilitate and strengthen community-based crisis intervention services. This includes rotation of schedule to provide coverage during holidays and weekends.
• Conduct risk assessments with a diagnosis (with appropriate supervisory approval, per scope of practice), mental status examinations, and substance abuse screening.
• Analyze information to identify action plan, which includes crisis stabilization plan, safety, and crisis prevention plans, and plan for follow-up. Consult with team and supervisors.
• Coordinate with community resources for collateral input and follow-up care, including referrals for mental health treatment and substance abuse assessment and treatment.
• Provide short-term crisis intervention and stabilization services to adults, children, adolescents, and their families in the home or community (wherever the individual is experiencing a crisis).

Shift/Schedule:

• Fulltime; 5 days a week 8 hour shifts or 4 days a week 10 hour shifts
• Cross shifts: 10am-6pm, 11am7pm, 12pm-8pm
• Part time hours available
• Weekend and holiday expectations
• When scheduled for weekend shift your schedule willbe 5, 8 hour shifts for that week

Requirements and Education:

• Looking for applicants with their LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LCSW-R, MSW-LP or MHC-LP licensure, must be license eligible and willing to apply for a limited permit in discipline upon hire
• Requires a Masters' degree (MSW/MHC) and two years of related experience
• Willing to pass and obtain licensure within 3 months of hire - Required
• Must have a valid NYS Drivers License and be willing/able to drive to clients' homes and communities under a variety of circumstances and weather conditions. Must be willing to work in many settings, including clients' homes and other community locations where there may be pets, cigarette smoke, etc.

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

Teacher in Training

Sign On Bonus - $2,500 (1/2 paid at 30 days and 1/2 paid at a year)

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

Description

Science/Special Education Teacher - Neil Hellman School

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

As a Science and Special Education Teacher, you will develop and implement classroom instructional plans for students and support student success in academic and behavioral goals. You will report to the Assistant Principal and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations about our school and students.
• Provide individualized instruction in the area of Science to High school students in accordance and alignment with New York State curriculum standards and graduation requirements.
• Develop and implement Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) for all students on your 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.
• Coordinate the creation of 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.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of single 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.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Special Education (Master's Degree preferred) or subject area, and the ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21.
• Requiresan NYS certification in Special Education or an appropriate subject area.

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

Description

English/Special Education Teacher - Neil Hellman School

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

As an English and Special Education Teacher, you will develop and implement classroom instructional plans for students and support student success in academic and behavioral goals. You will report to the Assistant Principal and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Follow all Agency policies and procedures, along with state and federal regulations about our school and students.
• Provide individualized instruction in English to high school students in accordance with New York State curriculum standards and graduation requirements.
• Develop and implement Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) for all students on your 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.
• Coordinate the creation of 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.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of single 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.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Special Education (Master's Degree preferred) or subject area, and ability to work with students who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges, ages 6-21.
• Requires a NYS certification in Special Education or appropriate subject area.

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 meaningful work.

Qualifications