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Job Type
Full-time - Monday - Friday (11:00am – 6:00pm) - Clifton Park Site
Pay Rate - $19.00 per an hour
School year and six-week Summer Program
Integrated and self-contained preschool classrooms, ages 3-5
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent or
One year of experience working with children less than 13 years of age
Job Responsibilities (including but not limited to)
- Providing a safe and healthy environment for the children in the program.
- Design and implement daily activities for the students as well as engage students in free play.
- Follow all licensing guidelines and implement all Agency standards.
- Daily activities include, but not limited to, rest period, snack time and outside play.
Benefits
Health (CDPHP), Dental, Vision & AFLAC
Paid Holidays and Recesses
Personal and Medical PTO
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Family Leave and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid for by the agency
Retirement Plans - Profit Sharing & 403B
About Newmeadow
Newmeadow is a comprehensive ABA school that promotes, provides, and reinforces the use of data-driven teaching techniques for the instruction of all students. Our mission is to transform the lives of children, including those with Autism and other special needs, and prepare them for future learning and development. Newmeadow believes that every child deserves the best education possible to prepare them for the world beyond the classroom.
Send resume and letter of interest to:
Newmeadow, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
23 Sitterly Road , Clifton Park, NY 12065
Fax: 518-899-9315 or Email: newmeadowschool@gmail.com
Newmeadow, Inc. does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, or any other classification protected by law.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- 23 Sitterly Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065
- 6/20/24
Job Type
Part-time - 2, 3, or 5 days a week - Monday - Friday (1:30 pm - 6:00 pm)
Pay Rate - $16.00 - $21.23 per hour based on experience
School year and six-week Summer Program
Preschool ages 3-5
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent
Job Responsibilities (including but not limited to)
- Assist the After Care Coordinator in providing a safe and healthy environment for the children.
- Implement the planned daily activities as well as engage with students during free play.
- Daily activities include, but not limited to, rest period, snack time and outside play.
- Follow all licensing guidelines and implement all Agency standards.
Benefits – may vary depending on scheduled hours per week
Health (CDPHP), Dental, Vision & AFLAC
Paid Holidays and Recesses
Personal and Medical PTO
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Family Leave and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid for by the agency
Retirement Plans - Profit Sharing & 403B
About Newmeadow
Newmeadow is a comprehensive ABA school that promotes, provides, and reinforces the use of data-driven teaching techniques for the instruction of all students. Our mission is to transform the lives of children, including those with Autism and other special needs, and prepare them for future learning and development. Newmeadow believes that every child deserves the best education possible to prepare them for the world beyond the classroom.
Send resume and letter of interest to:
Newmeadow, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
23 Sitterly Road Clifton Park, NY 12065
Fax: 518-899-9315 or Email: newmeadowschool@gmail.com
Newmeadow, Inc. does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, or any other classification protected by law.
- Part Time
- Immediately
- 23 Sitterly Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065
- 6/20/24
NYS Certified B-2 OR PLAN OF STUDY WELCOME
Job Type
Full-time - Monday - Friday (8:00 am – 3:00 pm) Fort Edward Site
Pay Rate - $42,209 - $80,000 based on experience and education
School year and six-week Summer Program
Integrated and self-contained preschool classrooms, ages 3-5
Qualifications
NYS Certification in Special Education or Students with Disabilities Birth to Grade 2 – Required
Candidates pursuing certification in special education Birth-Grade 2 may be considered.
Job Responsibilities (including but not limited to)
- Develop and implement the IEP.
- Collaborate with team (speech, occupational and physical therapy providers) to ensure a cohesive educational program.
- Coordinate team and collaboration meetings.
- Participate in professional development and supervise classroom support staff.
- Follow all classroom New York State Next Generation Learning Standards.
Benefits
Health (CDPHP), Dental, Vision & AFLAC
Paid Holidays and Recesses
Personal and Medical PTO
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Family Leave and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid by agency
Retirement Plans – Profit Sharing & 403B
About Newmeadow
Newmeadow is a comprehensive ABA school that promotes, provides, and reinforces the use of data-driven teaching techniques for the instruction of all students. Our mission is to transform the lives of children, including those with Autism and other special needs, and prepare them for future learning and development. Newmeadow believes that every child deserves the best education possible to prepare them for the world beyond the classroom.
Send resume and letter of interest to:
Newmeadow, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
23 Sitterly Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065
Fax: 518-899-9315 or Email: newmeadowschool@gmail.com
Newmeadow, Inc. does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, or any other classification protected by law.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- 23 Sitterly Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065
- 6/18/24
NYS Certified B-2 OR PLAN OF STUDY WELCOME
Job Type
Full-time - Monday - Friday (8:00 am – 3:00 pm) Clifton Park Site
Pay Rate - $42,209 - $80,000 based on experience and education
School year and six-week Summer Program
Integrated and self-contained preschool classrooms, ages 3-5
Qualifications
NYS Certification in Special Education or Students with Disabilities Birth to Grade 2 – Required
Candidates pursuing certification in special education Birth-Grade 2 may be considered.
Job Responsibilities (including but not limited to)
- Develop and implement the IEP.
- Collaborate with team (speech, occupational and physical therapy providers) to ensure a cohesive educational program.
- Coordinate team and collaboration meetings.
- Participate in professional development and supervise classroom support staff.
- Follow all classroom New York State Next Generation Learning Standards.
Benefits
Health (CDPHP), Dental, Vision & AFLAC
Paid Holidays and Recesses
Personal and Medical PTO
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Family Leave and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid by agency
Retirement Plans – Profit Sharing & 403B
About Newmeadow
Newmeadow is a comprehensive ABA school that promotes, provides, and reinforces the use of data-driven teaching techniques for the instruction of all students. Our mission is to transform the lives of children, including those with Autism and other special needs, and prepare them for future learning and development. Newmeadow believes that every child deserves the best education possible to prepare them for the world beyond the classroom.
Send resume and letter of interest to:
Newmeadow, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
23 Sitterly Road Clifton Park, NY 12065
Fax: 518-899-9315 or Email: newmeadowschool@gmail.com
Newmeadow, Inc. does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, creed or religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, or any other classification protected by law.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- 23 Sitterly Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065
- 6/14/24
Job Details
POSITION OVERVIEW
- Provide services to a caseload of children and families.
- Provide family support, transportation, and coordination of services to client families.
- Maintain cultural sensitivity, competence, and client confidentiality at all times.
- Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Function within the philosophy and policy of the agency of employment and within the policies and procedures of the Schenectady Short-term Services Program.
- Complete all required trainings, participate in weekly supervision with supervisor and attend required meetings and in-services as directed by supervisor.
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with families.
- Work with SCDSS case managers to identify service needs of at-risk families.
- Maintain a thorough knowledge of community services in Schenectady County.
- Support families in obtaining needed services by making referrals, providing transportation, accompanying them to appointments, and assisting with applications (medical, schools, DSS, etc.).
- Maintain good working relationships with DSS/Support Unit caseworkers.
- Complete progress notes or other case record notes in a timely manner.
- Provide opportunities for new employees to shadow appointments.
- Provide basic instruction on program philosophy and information on community resources to new employees.
- Provide new employee orientation training.
- Interface with SCDSS personnel to receive referrals and ensure service provision including scheduling, tracking and overseeing completion of progress notes.
- Supervise the Service Support Worker
- Carry a modified caseload
- Serve as a back up to the Service Support Worker when needed.
- Provide non-clinical guidance to FSWs in the absence of the coordinator.
- Assist in the hiring of program staff as requested.
- Associates degree; Bachelors degree preferred
- 2 years of related work experience
- NYS drivers license
ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Schenectady, NY 12304
- 6/14/24
Job Details
POSITION OVERVIEW
POSITION SUMMARY
As a Transition Coordinator, you will coordinate transition services and instruction to enable students to reach their fullest potential and be able to live, learn and earn in their community as an adult. You will report to the Program Manager and will work onsite.
Responsibilities:
- Work with NHS staff, Clinical staff, Parents/guardians, outside service providers and identified students to:
- Design a realistic discharge plan that is guided by each youth’s wishes, hopes and dreams
- Coordinate your client driven discharge planning process with local OCFS, OMH, and NYSED representatives that supports a client-driven plan which integrates housing, health and medical care, education and employment needs.
- Coordinate a set of vocational and transitional related activities including instruction, community experiences, employment and volunteer experiences, and the acquisition of daily living skills.
- Examine/identify post secondary vocational training options
- Respectfully honor each youth’s feelings about past and current relationships and ensure that when needed individuals will have the opportunity to work on issues of grief, loss and enduring relationships
- Complete a Permanency Pact and identify specific people who agree to offer life long supports (either related or not)
- Develop a Circle of Supportand identify specific people who agree to advocate for and support the student during the transition process
- Promote active involvement of identified students in planning and implementing the transition component of their IEP.
- Coordinate services to ensure that each identified student has an accurate Work Skills Employability Profile and earns a Regents Certificate of Work Readiness upon graduation from the Neil Hellman School
- Coordinate transition portfolios for each identified student.
- Provide 6 months of follow up and maintain post-NHS discharge statistics for each identified student.
- Attend and participate in all treatment reviews, case reviews and CSE meetings for identified student
- Complete all documentation in a thorough and timely manner
Requirements and Education:
- Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of experience working with individuals who demonstrate serious emotional and behavioral challenges.
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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Albany, NY 12208
- 6/10/24
Job Details
POSITION OVERVIEW
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:
1:1 Residential Counselor
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.
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.
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 or GED is required.
Experience working with emotionally disturbed population.
NYS drivers license with less than 6 points on license.
Must pass the required 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.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Albany, NY 12208
- 6/20/24
Job Details
Description
Clinical Site Supervisor, Mobile Crisis
Licensed Social Workers are eligible for $7500 signing bonus!
Relocation package available within New York State
As a Mobile Clinical Site Supervisor, you will oversee daily management and oversight of all staff to ensure management of the crisis line and onsite response to all 6 counties is coordinated. You will report to the Director of Crisis Services and you will work on-site.
Responsibilities:
- Provide daily management and oversight to staff including:
- Manage the crisis line.
- Monitor triages to ensure appropriate call management response.
- Assist with coordinating team response based on staffing per call.
- Maintain knowledge of the schedule for team response.
- Monitor Teams Chat and provide supervision/coordination.
- Interview, hire, and coordinate the onboarding of new staff with the Director.
- Oversee the training of new staff according to each discipline.
- Provide daily clinical supervision for staff by observing and coaching management of crisis calls. Regular individual supervision.
- Collaborate with the Director around concerns or program needs.
- Work with program coordinators and case managers on file maintenance, billing, referrals, and response to clients' needs.
- Participate in debriefs for critical incidents and review information to determine opportunities for staff development.
- Collaborate with the Director on creating team-building opportunities and develop staff to provide cohesive direct care in a team atmosphere.
- Act as a liaison to community partners to support program service.
- Maintain knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures.
- Participate in advanced trainings to the position.
- Complete Performance Evaluations yearly of supervisees.
- Monitor all Documentation of staff as oversite to ensure quality documentation.
- Enhance collaborative teamwork between all staff.
- Cross shifts with evening hours expected to provide support to both shifts across the hours of 7-11pm for Mobile Crisis Services; evening hour coverage responsibility shared with another site supervisor.
Requirements and Education:
- MSW/MHC required
- 3 - 4 year's experience
- LCSW required; may consider LMHC
- 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.
Qualifications
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Schenectady, NY 12305
- 6/17/24
Job Details
POSITION OVERVIEW
Clinical Case Manager, Intensive Aftercare Prevention Program
As a Clinical Case Manager in the Intensive Aftercare Prevention 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.
Responsibilities:
- Provide home and community services to individuals, groups, and families as prescribed in the treatment plan for those enrolled in our Family Preservation Services.
- Educate families in a variety of social-emotional and parenting skills such as communication, discipline, anger management, emotional regulation, attunement, caregiver affect management, decision making, problem-solving, social skill building, budgeting, family and home organization, behavioral management, etc.
- Work in partnership with a Master’s level clinician to provide needed services to an assigned caseload of families.
- Complete and maintain appropriate case records through the completion of intake, assessments, progress notes, uniform case records, reports, etc. following agency, county, and state policy and funding requirements.
- Participate in the comprehensive assessment and creation of the treatment plan for assigned cases to determine and address service needs and ensure the provision of regular treatment plan meetings and service plan reviews.
- Provide liaison contact with collateral resources such as referring agencies, schools, family courts, and other agency personnel serving on behalf of a child and family as it relates to their treatment.
- You will work Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with a flexible schedule that includes evenings and a rotating on-call schedule.
Requirements and Education:
- Bachelor's degree in social work, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field;
- Experience working with at-risk youth and families;
- Home and community-based experience is 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.
ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Glens Falls, NY 12804
- 6/19/24
Job Details
Description
$19 - $20 per hour, HS Diploma or GED along with a valid NYS Driver's License is Required.
Respite Workers Needed in Albany for Youth in care.
Per Diem (As Needed) Shift
As a Respite Worker for the Permanency Resource Center, you will provide respite services to youth in adoptive, guardianship and kinship families. Respite may also be available to families as part of the service plan and can occur at parent support groups or other PRC events and will be designed to be consistent with the children's needs and interests. Outings or activities with individual youth will be coordinated with the supervisor and parent. Respite provided as part of a group activity at a support group will be designed to allow parents the opportunity to have time separate from their children while they attend a support group. You will report to the Case Manager Supervisor or designated supervisor at the event. You will work onsite with youth in the community.
Responsibilities:
- Provide supervision for youth while parents attend support group.
- Provide respite as assigned to a youth as part of their service plan which can include activities in the community or in the youth’s home if that is the agreed upon plan.
- Participate in family engagement activities to provide added support to youth.
- Co-lead support groups for youth.
- Maintain records including required data collection information according to the program standards and expectations.
Requirements and Education:
- High school diploma or GED with 3 years related experience
- Must be able to communicate effectively and develop positive working relationships
- A valid NYS driver’s license
Benefits
- Sick Leave
- EAP
- 401 (K) plan
- Free training/CEU opportunities
- Mileage reimbursement
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
- Immediately
- STUYVSNT PLZ, NY 12203
- 6/21/24
Job Details
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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Albany, NY 12208
- 6/18/24
Job Details
Description
Clinician, Mobile Crisis - Evenings
Differential Pay Available
MSW's with Limited Permit are eligible for $2500 signing bonus!
Licensed Social Workers 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/Shift:
- Fulltime; 5 days a week 3-11pm OR 4 days a week, 10 hour shift
- 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 6 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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Schenectady, NY 12305
- 6/21/24
Job Details
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.
- Immediately
- Albany, NY 12208
- 6/17/24
Job Details
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.
- 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.
ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS
- Immediately
- Schenectady, NY 12304
- 6/19/24
Job Details
Description
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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Hudson, NY 12534
- 6/17/24
Job Details
Description
St. Lawrence County Area
$1,500.00 Sign on Bonus
It pays to start NOW!
As a Children's Health Home Care Manager, you will engage youth and families through outreach activities until enrollment into the Children's Health Home program. You will coordinate and monitor subsequent services to meet the needs of your members. You will report to a program supervisor, working in a hybrid model. Work will involve a combination of remote, office, and community-based settings. Local travel and personal transportation is required.
Responsibilities:
- Level I - Provides care management services to children with low and medium acuities. Care Manager will provide the required one or two services each month based on acuity and need. One of these contacts is to be in-person with the member.
- Level II - Provides care management services to low, medium, and high acuity members. Care Manager will provide a minimum of two services each month, one of which is to be in person with the member.
- Engage children, youth, and families with outreach and enrollment activities for successful enrollment into a children's health home
- Gather and complete assessments and enter documentation that confirms eligibility and acuity, identifying both strengths and areas of need
- Work w/children, youth, families, and service providers to create a comprehensive Plan of Care
- Identify and engage additional providers (e.g. natural supports, parent advocates, primary care physicians) with youth and families for the execution and continuation of the Plan of Care
- Convene and conduct Interdisciplinary team meetings to review Plan of Care; identifying progress, continued needs, and confirming ongoing eligibility
- Document progress and arrange for transitions between systems, placements, and higher levels of care following changes in eligibility and acuity.
- Use NY State and Health Home information systems to input required Health Home documentation
- Comply with Medicaid and program billing regulations
- Complete all required and recommended trainings
Requirements and Education:
- Level 1 - Requires an Associate's degree in Social Work or a related field, with 2 to 5 years of experience providing direct services to children, persons diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, or substance abuse.
- Level 2 - Requires a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree, and two years of experience providing direct services to children, persons diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, or substance abuse.
- You have a valid driver's license and automobile that is insured following New York State Requirements
- You will work with individuals of different backgrounds, age, ethnicities, life positions, and socio-economic statuses.
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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Saranac Lake, NY 12983
- 6/18/24
Job Details
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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Albany, NY 12208
- 6/16/24
Job Details
POSITION OVERVIEW
Residential Youth Counselor
Starting Rate for this role is $20/hour
A valid, clean driver's license is required
$1,500 Sign on Bonus for Full-time
**will be1/3 in the pay period following 30 days of employment, 1/3 will be paid at 6 months and the remainder will be paid following 1 year of employment, provided you are still fulltime**
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:
1:1 Residential Counselor
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.
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.
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 or GED is required.
Experience working with emotionally disturbed population.
NYS drivers license with less than 6 points on license.
Must pass the required 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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Schenectady, NY 12304
- 6/16/24
Job Details
Description
Clinician, Mobile Crisis - Evenings
Differential Pay Available!
MSW's with Limited Permit are eligible for $2500 signing bonus!
Licensed Social Workers are eligible for $7500 signing bonus!
Relocation package available with 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 3-11pm OR 4 days a week, 10 hour shift
- Part time hours also 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 6 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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Queensbury, NY 12804
- 6/17/24
Job Details
Description
Director, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Adult
Signing bonus available!
Relocation within NYS available
As a Director of ACT, you will have the opportunity to significantly improve the lives of adults who have a severe and persistent mental illness that seriously impairs their functioning in the community. You will oversee a multi-disciplinary team that provides services and support to adults living in the community Your duties 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 Chief Officer of Crisis Response Service and work onsite.
Responsibilities:
- Provide overall supervision to the team and is responsible for allocation of staff time
- Ensure all team members are kept informed of issues involving participants and their families
- Monitor caseload size and coordinates program intakes and discharges
- Facilitate, organize, and document daily team meetings
- Provide training and supervision for the Staff
- Make 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, schools, 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
- Be a primary clinician for a subset of program participants. In this role of Primary Clinician, the Team Leader 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 a RN (RNs are encouraged to be master’s level or nurse practitioner), or physician.
- At least two years of progressively responsible related experience.
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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Queensbury, NY 12804
- 6/14/24
Job Details
POSITION OVERVIEW
Position Summary
Provide daily therapeutic care and programming according to Agency and other governing bodies (LDSS, OCFS, CSE, etc.) standards and requirements for adolescent clients who are emotionally disturbed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain the physical order of the building and therapeutic environment of the units.
- Develop and maintain schedules within the assigned campus residential unit, ensuring that there is adequate staff to meet regulatory requirements and safety requirements.
- Responsible to ensure that youth in our care are being supervised according to regulatory and programmatic standards.
- Design, implement and supervise program activity which will lead to the attainment of goals described within treatment plans.
- Supervise and evaluate the work of residential staff assigned to residential programs.
- Maintain records as directed by the Residential Program Manager.
- Participate in the interviewing and selection of new staff members.
- Participate in the training of residential staff.
- Conduct residential staff meetings.
- Participate in the evaluation of youth referred to the Agency for residential care.
- Conduct the financial activity of the residential unit in accordance with guidelines established by the Residential Program Manager and the Director.
- Responsible for managing program funds, purchasing food, clothing, household supplies, managing youth allowances
- Participate/organize program and agency wide special events and services.
- Provide for the physical and psychological needs of clients, including physical safety, hygiene, clothing, food (cooking when necessary), medical care, a reliable and nurturing environment.
- Participate in program on call rotation
Education and Experience
Requires minimum of HS diploma or equivalent and at least three to four years of relevant experience.
Certification/Licensure
None required. Clean valid driver license.
ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS
- Immediately
- Albany, NY 12208
- 6/12/24
Job Details
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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Albany, NY 12208
- 6/12/24
Job Details
Description
Child Health Home Care Manager
$1,500.00 Sign on Bonus
It pays to start NOW!
As a Children's Health Home Care Manager, you will engage youth and families through outreach activities until enrollment into the Children's Health Home program. You will coordinate and monitor subsequent services to meet the needs of your members. You will report to a program supervisor, working in a hybrid model. Work will involve a combination of remote, office, and community-based settings. Local travel and personal transportation is required.
Responsibilities:
- Level I - Provides care management services to children with low and medium acuities. Care Manager will provide the required one or two services each month based on acuity and need. One of these contacts is to be in-person with the member.
- Level II - Provides care management services to low, medium, and high acuity members. Care Manager will provide a minimum of two services each month, one of which is to be in person with the member.
- Engage children, youth, and families with outreach and enrollment activities for successful enrollment into a children's health home
- Gather and complete assessments and enter documentation that confirms eligibility and acuity, identifying both strengths and areas of need
- Work w/children, youth, families, and service providers to create a comprehensive Plan of Care
- Identify and engage additional providers (e.g. natural supports, parent advocates, primary care physicians) with youth and families for the execution and continuation of the Plan of Care
- Convene and conduct Interdisciplinary team meetings to review Plan of Care; identifying progress, continued needs, and confirming ongoing eligibility
- Document progress and arrange for transitions between systems, placements, and higher levels of care following changes in eligibility and acuity.
- Use NY State and Health Home information systems to input required Health Home documentation
- Comply with Medicaid and program billing regulations
- Complete all required and recommended trainings
Requirements and Education:
- Level 1 - Requires an Associate's degree in Social Work or a related field, with 2 to 5 years of experience providing direct services to children, persons diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, or substance abuse.
- Level 2 - Requires a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree, and two years of experience providing direct services to children, persons diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, or substance abuse.
- You have a valid driver's license and automobile that is insured following New York State Requirements
- You will work with individuals of different backgrounds, age, ethnicities, life positions, and socio-economic statuses.
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
- Full Time
- Immediately
- STUYVSNT PLZ, NY 12203
- 6/14/24
Job Details
Job Overview
Per Diem Clinician/Social Worker - Mobile Crisis
Location: Schenectady, NY or Queensbury, NY
Day, Evening, and Weekend Shifts available
As a Clinician for Mobile Crisis, you will provide 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).
Requirements and Education:
- Looking for applicants with their LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LCSW-R licensure
- Requires a Masters' degree (MSW/MHC) and two years of related experience
- Must have a valid NYS Drivers License and be willing and 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
- Sick Leave
- EAP
- 401 (K) plan
- 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.
- Immediately
- Schenectady, NY 12305
- 6/15/24
Job Details
Description
Clinician, Intensive Aftercare Prevention Program
Licensed Social Workers are eligible for a $7,500 signing bonus!
Opportunity for limited remote work to completed required documentation!
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 strengthen 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 services 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 clinical decisions when assigned and paired to work as a team with a Bachelors Clinical 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 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.
Qualifications
- Full Time
- Immediately
- Glens Falls, NY 12804
- 6/11/24