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Clinician, Juvenile Fire Safety Services

Full-time Licensed Social Workers are eligible for a $7,500 retention bonus!

As a Clinician in the Juvenile Fire Safety Services, 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. Services are provided to families wherein a youth has engaged in unsanctioned fire-related behavior, there is a suspicion that unsanctioned fire-related behavior has occurred/may occur, or where there is concern that the youth exhibits an elevated interest in fire. 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. Along with detecting youth likely to be involved in unsanctioned fire-related behavior, educating the youth about fire safety, preventing the development of undetected fire-related behaviors, interrupting dangerous behavioral patterns of using fire as a coping mechanism, and replacing dysfunctional patterns with healthy coping skills. You will report to the Program Coordinator and will work a combination of onsite and remote with travel to client's homes required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide home and community-based assessment, to include fire setting pre-assessment screenings and comprehensive fire setting risk assessments, planning and treatment with individuals, groups and families with those enrolled in our Family Preservation services (the level of intensity / number of direct services hours per family is dependent upon the services in which one is employed).
• Facilitate fire safety educational groups (10-week duration divided into latency-age and adolescent groups).
• Skill building to reduce risk of fire setting behavior, which includes anger management, stress management, problem-solving training and coping skills.
• 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 clinical decisions when assigned and paired to work as a team with another clinician.
• 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 drivers 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 Rivers Family 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 other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

As a Clinical Time Transition Program (CTTP) Family Peer Advocate, you will provide support for youth and their families/caregivers transitioning from a hospital setting back to their community. You will work with families, schools, and community resources to promote successful reintegration and long-term stability. You will draw from your personal lived experience to help families navigate the healthcare and social services system, build self-advocacy skills, and access resources to support their child's recover and well-being. You will support parents/caregivers as they develop positive approaches and methods for addressing their family’s daily needs, including their own needs for self-care. You will report to the Director of the Hospital to Home (H2H) Program, and you will be working onsite with community travel.

Responsibilities:

• Offer emotional support, encouragement, and guidance to families and caregivers during the transition process
• Empower caregivers by sharing personal experiences and strategies for navigating behavioral health systems
• Advocate for family needs within the treatment team and help caregivers with providers
• Assist families in understanding treatment plans, discharge instructions, and available services
• Connect caregivers with community-based resources, including mental health support, educational advocacy, and social services
• Help families navigate Medicaid, insurance, and other funding sources for continued care
• Provide families with information about youth mental health, trauma-informed care, and crisis prevention
• Facilitate family workshops or support groups focused on coping strategies and self-care
• Assist caregivers in developing skills to advocate for their child’s needs in school, healthcare, and community settings
• Work with clinicians, case managers, and other team members to guarantee a family-centered approach
• Establish partnerships with local organizations and parent support networks to enhance available resources
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences to provide insights from a family perspective
• Maintain records of family support services provided, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations
• Track progress and identify areas where additional support may be needed
• Contribute to program evaluation efforts to improve services for families

Requirements and Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Lived experience as a caregiver of a child with behavioral health challenges required, per NYS Office of Mental Health requirements.
• Certification as a Family Peer Advocate or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire required.
• Valid NYS driver's license required.
• Flexibility in work hours, including evenings, to meet client needs required
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

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 Rivers Family 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 other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

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.

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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 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.

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 Rivers Family 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 other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Overnight RNs needed! $40+ shift differential!

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide nursing care and services to a youth and adolescent population with emotional, behavioral and physical needs using the nursing process (assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating). You will report to the Nursing Manager and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Complete the nursing assessment, evaluation and treatment plan of care for the physical and behavioral/emotional health of the residents
• Case management of outside provider visits (medical and dental) including annual assessments
• Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to providers
• Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
• Dispense medications; report/discuss observed side effects or other concerns with consulting psychiatrist
• Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments\
• Collaborate with our staff regarding concerns and behaviors
• Communicate with medical director/providers regarding changes in client’s health/behavior
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Medication Review meetings
• Nursing and medical documentation using EHR
• Provide training to residential counselor staff regarding reporting/recording of observedbehaviors and possible side effects relating to medications
• Update discharge planning needs
• Participate when assigned in agency committees
• Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs

Requirements and Education:

• RN Licensed in New York State
• CPR Certification required.
• Registered Nurse 1-2 years’ experience preferred
• 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 Rivers Family 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 other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Clinician – Fee for Service (New York State residency is required for this position)

MSWs/MHC's with a Limited Permit are eligible for a $2,500 signing bonus!

Licensed Social Workers are eligible for a $7,500 signing bonus!

Must meet required billable hours to qualify for bonus

Available shifts - Monday - Friday between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - Nights (until 8:00 pm) and Saturdays by appointment only

As a Clinician, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team with the underserved populations in our community by providing clinical counseling to individuals, families and couples in an outpatient mental health clinic licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH). You will report to the Director of the Behavioral Health Center. Sessions may be conducted in the office or via Tele-mental Health as clinically indicated. This is an on site position

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of clients aged birth to 65, providing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and individual and family therapy services to those assigned to caseload.
• Create initial treatment plans, subsequent treatment plan reviews, progress notes for each scheduled appointment, and other documentation/assessments as indicated.
• Collaborate with on-site prescriber, other medical and mental health providers, schools and any other community supports for client care.
• Attend Behavioral Health Center staff meeting twice a month.
• Attend and participate in Supervision; weekly, bi-weekly or monthly based on licensure level or individual needs.
• Provide referrals and linkages to community supports, resources, and services.

Requirements and Education:

• Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counselor.
• Experience in human services, case management, line staff at a residential program, or any other related direct care within human services, both pre and post master degree, will be considered.
• License and/or Limited Permit eligible, have a limited permit in discipline or Fully Licensed (LMHC/LCSW/LCSW-R), preferred.
• Good standing with the NYS Office of the Professions.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Option of Remote work
• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 401 (K) plan 
• Free training/CEU opportunities
• Other benefits available depending on eligibility

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 Rivers Family 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 other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.