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Insurance Claim Advocate - DC13016
Pryor Associates Executive Search
Family support specialist job in Melville, NY
Insurance Claim Advocate. Be a part of a company that is willing to invest in your future!! Licensed (NYS Adjusters license) or willing to go for a public adjuster's license. In office opportunity in the Melville area. As a Claim Advocate you will use your financial and analytical skills to support individuals or businesses recovering from property damage and loss . You will be trained to evaluate business interruption, builder's Risk and Property damage. Use data to build strong evidence and collaborate with legal teams, consultants, and insurers. Guide clients through claim process; educate policy holders; challenge unfair calculations and negotiate better settlements; support claim through entire process. Ideal candidate is experienced in claims or background in Accounting, Finance , or Business, detail-oriented with excellent communication skills and sound judgement. Eager to learn and grow. Salary based on qualifications to $85K plus Bonus opportunity, Health benefits, PTO and Holidays, 100% paid training and licensing. Beautiful office with free breakfast and lunch. (DC13016)
$85k yearly 3d ago
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Claims Advocate
CWA Recruiting
Family support specialist job in Fairfield, CT
Claims Advocate - Property & Casualty Insurance
Remote -(Home Office) Fairfield County, Connecticut
A brokerage with twelve distinct offices is in search of a Claims Account Manager specializing in commercial property and casualty. This role involves being the primary representative for several major accounts, collaborating with carrier adjusters, and negotiating settlements.
Candidates should possess a minimum of five to eight years of experience in commercial claims and coverage. Proficiency in computer applications, especially Excel for spreadsheet management, is essential. Familiarity with Applied/Epic insurance software is required. Previous experience in brokerage claims is necessary!
$47k-83k yearly est. 2d ago
Local home daily
10-4 Truck Recruiting
Family support specialist job in Bridgeport, CT
Class A CDL Solo Truck Driver - RECENT GRADUATES OK!
*****Please read to make sure you qualify :)
Average $1500.00+ Weekly
Monthly Performance bonuses
Tuition Reimbursement program
2 WEEKS OUT-2 DAYS HOME-
OTR and Regional positions available
Gain 3 months of experience and transfer to local
No touch freight
Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit
Great Benefits
Great pay!
You can take your truck home
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 21 Years of Age
No experience necessary-WILL TRAIN. Must have a valid CDL
If no experience-MUST HAVE 120 HOURS VIA TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL
No Sap drivers
Clean criminal background
No more than 2 MV's in the last 2 years
No 15 mph over speeding tickets or major moving violations in the last 12 mos
No at fault accidents in the last 12 mos
No year long gaps of unemployment in the last 3 years unless in school-self employment has to be verifiable, Under the table work won't count.
Can't be terminated from the last trucking position
Must be able to pass a hair test
No DUI/DWI
BENEFITS:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid orientation
Paid toll fees
Paid training
Referral program
Vision insurance
Newer Freightliner-Double beds-refrigerators- No cameras on driver
Pet and passenger friendly
100's of terminals across the US
Language:
English (Required)
License/Certification:
CDL A (Required)
APPLY TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS-Please be prepared to complete a short 5 minute application upon contact. :)
$1.5k weekly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
CASE MANAGER/FAMILY DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Family Service League Inc. 3.7
Family support specialist job in Bay Shore, NY
Job Description
Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.
SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
2 evenings are required per week
Flexible schedule
SUMMARY
Family Service League is seeking a full-time Case Manager for the Home Base program in Bay Shore. The Case Manager will be responsible for direct service to the target populations for the identified program, completing program documentation as necessary and tracking program milestones and outcomes. The Case Manager will work in accordance with OMH, DSS and FSL parameters. The Case Manager will document all client interactions, act as part of an interdisciplinary team as necessary, meet youth/families individual needs and be well informed about community resources. The Case Manager will participate in an agency-wide System of Care and other collaborative projects both within FSL and in partnership with entities outside of the agency. Travel is required. This is a Suffolk County based program.
We offer a generous benefits package including the following:
Health and Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
Life and AD&D Insurance
Generous PTO (paid time off)
Up to 11 paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Student Tuition Remission Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Employee Discounts and more!
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Case Manager will conduct linkage, coordination, advocacy, and mentoring.
Provide anger management and parenting skills to youth and their families.
Focus services on goal achievement surrounding the factors that contributed to the youth's involvement with mental health services.
The Case Manager will provide case management services to youth in the program.
Utilize Motivational Interviewing to facilitate change.
The Case Manager will carry a caseload of 14 youth that are visited weekly.
Refer clients as needed for skill building services and work collaboratively with the skill builder to achieve client goals.
Conduct home visits throughout Suffolk County.
All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred.
At least 2 years of experience working in human services required.
Must possess the ability to work with diverse populations as well as engage both youth and parents in service delivery.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.
Candidate must have knowledge of community resources, possess sound judgement, be reliable, flexible and can multitask.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires sitting for long periods of time at a computer and travelling to conduct home visits.
$31k-40k yearly est. 3d ago
Family Educator
NHPS
Family support specialist job in New Haven, CT
Non-Instructional Additional Information: Show/Hide Family Educator (10 months) UNION AFFILIATION: LOCAL 884, RANGE 8 Salary: $40,301 QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in child development, education, or Human Services or an Associate Degree in Early Childhood and 3 years of experience working with young children and implementing early childhood programs. Experience working with parent groups and with young children. Knowledge of early childhood development or equivalent experience; Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication and group facilitation skills. Awareness of parent and child development issues. Ability to organize responsibilities and function independently. Valid Connecticut Driver's license required at time of appointment.
JOB GOAL
To provide support and development information to parents of infants and toddlers through home visits, play-socials, and parent groups, as well as through development screening.
JOB DESCRIPTION
REPORTS TO: Program Coordinator/Director
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Established by the Board of Education
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
* Plans and provides home visits within 3 to 6 weeks to families enrolled in the Families in Training program.
* Plans and facilitates parent group meetings, play socials, and drop-in times for client's families.
* Develops program publicity and referrals for children of client families.
* Provides developmental screening and referrals for children of client families.
* Submits weekly service sheets regarding participation records.
* Works collaboratively, under the lead of the Site Coordinator to plan, monitor, and assess the implementation of the Early Stimulation Center Grant proposal and its components.
* Teaches parents to utilize support services to strengthen parent-child communication, school readiness skills, and problem solving skills/techniques through role modeling and demonstration.
* Provides support, information, and general child development information to participating families.
* Documents and maintains client files of services provided, assessments, and progress toward family goals as identified.
* Submits monthly statistics regarding participation records.
* Monitors program enrollment and records of activities.
* Participates in program evaluations.
* Attends staff meetings.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
$40.3k yearly 42d ago
CASAC-T - Family Services
Ymca of Long Island 4.0
Family support specialist job in Holtsville, NY
The alcohol and substance abuse counselor have received specialized training in alcoholism and substance abuse and is credentialed by the New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services. The counselor works cooperatively with the full clinic staff coordinating patient treatment with consulting physicians, vocational rehabilitation counselors, administrative staff, social work staff and other counselors.
Alcohol and substance abuse counseling means the direct application to alcoholics and other substance abusers, and related persons of the professional counseling techniques of evaluation, intervention, education, treatment and referral as specifically adapted, based on research and clinical experience to the special needs and characteristic of persons suffering from alcoholism, substance abuse, or alcohol abuse and their significant others.
The alcohol and substance abuse counselor will work under clinical supervision which means the process of on the job teaching, training, guidance, direction and review of the patient care activity of an alcoholism and substance abuse counselor by a qualified health professional appointed by the Director to monitor the counselor's development and use of clinical knowledge and skill relevant to the professional practice of alcohol and substance counseling.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Crisis intervention, patient intake and orientation
• Alcohol and substance abuse education
• Individual and group counseling, including involvement of family and significant other.
• Prevention outreach and case finding
• Development of and implementation of individualized goals, objectives and aftercare.
• Progress review of individualized goals, objectives and revision of plans based on progress or lack thereof.
• Continuous evaluation of patients including evaluation as part of a treatment team.
• Preparations of reports and necessary correspondence and maintenance of clinical reports.
• Discharge planning and referral procedures
• Coordination and consultation with other programs and services on behalf of patients, in accordance with applicable federal and state confidentiality laws.
Qualifications
• Minimum requirement of high school diploma/G.E.D. and completion of recognized training course for alcoholism and substance abuse counselors.
• Recognizing and accepting the concept of alcoholism and addiction as a disease entity.
• Personal flexibility of working hours.
• Ability to function as a team member and accept authority as indicated on organizational chart.
• Willingness to participate in program of continued professional development.
• Employee is encouraged to obtain no less than CASAC-T no later than two years following start of employment.
$19k-27k yearly est. 9d ago
Family Specialist
Samaritan Daytop Village 3.2
Family support specialist job in Huntington Station, NY
Family Specialist
Healthcare staff can work anywhere….The BEST work with US!
$35.71-$38.46 per hour
A nationally recognized comprehensive Health and Human Services Agency, with over 60 programs across New York City and greater New York Area.
Samaritan Daytop Village, serves over 33,000 New Yorkers annually within your neighborhoods and communities so our success depends on those we employ.
The Role
The Family Specialist will provide compassionate, recovery based, and trauma informed services that are in line with the traditional practice framework. The Family Specialist will further engage in discussions and activities based on collaboration and uses assertive engagement strategies to engage individuals in services. This work is carried out in support of the mission and goals of Samaritan Daytop Village.
Responsibilities
What You Will Do
Develops and oversees family programming for maximizing opportunities for participants.
Provides services consistent with guiding principles of Agency's philosophy of strength based, family focused, needs driven and culturally competent care.
Collaboratively formulates and implements an overall comprehensive care plan for each family.
Engages with families in a manner that respects ethnic and cultural practices/customs/ and differences.
Discuss and help clarify the participant's goals for family involvement in their treatment, including, exploring uncertainties and/or challenges in family involvement.
Act as a liaison to facilitate and support communication between participants and family members.
Provide Psycho-education to Participants and their natural supports.
Connect Participants and their family members with supports in the community and provides follow up support to encourage successful community integration.
Develop a personalized wellness plan with the Participant.
Perform other duties as requested.
Qualifications
Who You Will Be
NYSED license as an LMSW, LMFT, LMHC OR
A mental health practitioner with the ability to obtain a NYSED Limited Permit in order to maintain Qualified Health Professional (QHP) status for OASAS regulated programs within 90 days from date of hire.
Master's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or Family Therapy Counseling.
At least One (1) year experience working in a community- based setting with adults experiencing co-occurring disorders.
Extensive knowledge of harm reduction and a commitment to providing services to individuals in various stages of their recovery.
Computer literacy including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHR.
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
In depth knowledge of NYC diverse network of medical and behavioral health care organizations, including substance use disorders, treatment services, education and employment services, and non-traditional community support groups.
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$35.7-38.5 hourly Auto-Apply 3d ago
Child First Care Coordinator
Mid-Fairfield Child Guidance Center
Family support specialist job in Norwalk, CT
The Care Coordinator partners with a licensed Mental Health and Developmental Clinician to engage families who are referred to the Child First home-based intervention. The Care Coordinator plays a crucial role in stabilizing the entire family system, while the Clinician provides psychotherapeutic caregiver-child intervention to facilitate and enhance this critical relationship.
Provide community resource expertise to Child First team and families, including identifying and collaborating with community-based service providers and supports.
Engage with the Child First family and the Clinician in collaborative family assessment process (i.e., use data from interviews, observations, interactions, and standardized measures to identify family strengths, needs, and challenges).
Promote family stabilization by identifying all needed and desired services, integrating services needs into the Child and Family Plan of Care, and addressing barriers to services as they arise.
Avert crisis situations by assisting Child First family in times of urgent need (e.g., eviction).
Enhance caregiver executive functioning skills (e.g., planning, organizing, managing time, focusing attention, regulating emotions, reflecting on progress) as needed and in consultation with the Clinician and Clinical Director.
Maintain a reflective lens when engaging with the caregiver, in order to understand his/her motivation, needs, and possible barriers to new services and supports
Embrace use of videotaping to enhance both therapeutic work with families and reflective clinical supervision.
Provide identified child and/or other children in the family with an interactive, growth-promoting play experience.
Engage in weekly individual, Team, and group reflective clinical supervision with Clinical Director.
Engage actively in all aspects of the Child First Learning Collaborative, including in-person trainings, distance learning curriculum, and specialty trainings.
Track completion of all assessments and enter into the appropriate database.
Keep all appropriate documentation for clinical accountability and reimbursement.
Participate in other clinical and administrative activities as appropriate.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in child development, psychology, nursing, human services, or related field.
A minimum of three years working with culturally diverse families and young children under the age of six years.
Openness to learning, capacity for self-reflection, and eagerness to participate in reflective clinical supervision.
Knowledge of early childhood development, parent education, parent-child relationships, and individual, family, and community-level risk factors (e.g., poverty, homelessness, maternal depression, domestic violence, substance abuse, teen parenthood).
Knowledge of and experience with community-based services and supports in service area, highly valued.
Experience working in home and community-based settings with vulnerable populations of diverse cultures and ethnicities.
Strong commitment to the vision, mission, and goals of Child First.
Highly organized, self-motivated, reliable, and flexible (including willingness to work non-traditional hours, including at least two evenings).
Eager and able to work as part of a team.
Able to communicate well verbally and in writing.
Bilingual (Spanish or Creole) highly valued.
Comfortable with computers and experience with Work and Excel.
Reliable vehicle and appropriate insurance for home visits.
$38k-59k yearly est. 9d ago
Family Services Worker- Head Start Program
Lulac Head Start Inc. 3.5
Family support specialist job in New Haven, CT
Job DescriptionDescription:
The position is responsible for working with families and children at LULAC Head Start, Inc. This position will be responsible for making home visits and assisting children and families by providing resources and making referrals. Assists or lacates assistance in crisis; keeps and maintains confidentiality of records on individual cases; serves as a liaison between family/client and community services; helps implements eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment and attendance. Responsible for the accuracy and maintenance of child files, enrollment applications, etc. This position also assists with the completion of the child health requirements and other required screenings and assessments
Requirements:
Required Education and Experience
Knowledge of home-based services
Knowledge of area resources
Knowledge of basic child development
Child Development Associate (CDA)
Associate or Bachelor Degree in related field
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Additional Requirements
Ability to work with both children and adults
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to maintain precise records as well as confidentiality and discretion
Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually
Ability to travel out of town to attend workshops or training
Knowledge of Head Start program required
Excellent customer service, high ethical professional standards, and multicultural perspective
Bilingual preferred
Must have a health screening and TB test prior to the start of employment & biennially thereafter
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19
Must pass a criminal records check (Fingerprint Clearance)
Valid driver's license and proof of coverage of motor vehicle insurance
$34k-45k yearly est. 14d ago
Behavior Support Specialist-BCBA-Early Childhood
Developmental Disabilities Institute 3.8
Family support specialist job in Huntington, NY
Qualifications:
Must possess a MA degree in Special Education, Psychology or a related area
Must possess BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) certification or NY State Licensed Behavior Analyst
Must possess NYS certification in Special Education or related area
Must possess expertise in instruction, curriculum, and positive behavior supports for individuals with autism and/or developmental disability
Must possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
Responsibilities:
Provide behavioral support intervention to classroom staff
Provide special instruction to students with disabilities with specific emphasis on social emotional development and PBIS
Complete FBA's, develop BIP's, update BIP's quarterly
Provide training on DDI's policy on challenging behaviors, ABA, PBIS, BIP's
Provide supervision to colleagues pursuing the BCBA credential
Provide parent training
Complete educational evaluations
Provides Teacher coverage as necessary
Essential Functions:
Must be able to modify the area to secure safety of children
Ability to move/transport a child weighing up to 30 pounds to a height of 3 feet to place child on changing table
Must be able to move quickly after a child up to 200 feet to prevent elopement
Must be able to position self or maneuver classroom to facilitate student instruction in classroom and playground environment
Must have ability to follow oral and written directions and detect/respond to fire alarms
Must be able to ascend and descend stairs with railing
$30k-37k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Summer Program Counselors
Sid Jacobson JCC 4.2
Family support specialist job in Greenvale, NY
that pays $2,900-$3,800 plus tips for the 8 weeks of camp
Counselor
Job Description: Each member of the Camp Kehilla Staff team will create a safe and enjoyable environment for our campers and staff while maintaining the high quality of programming associated with Camp Kehilla. As a camp counselor you will mentor campers, foster friendships, assist with daily activities, enhance the overall camp spirit, and contribute to creating an incredible summer experience.
Essential Responsibilities for Counselors
Meet the individual needs of each assigned camper
Ensure campers' physical, emotional, and mental well-being
Oversee and support assigned campers in all aspects of the camp day
Adapt activities and provide additional assistance as needed to help campers engage in camp programming
Active participation and engagement in activities with campers at all times, including all specials, lunch, swimming, special events, dress up days, and trips
Collaborate with fellow staff and group leader, providing updates on camper needs and concerns
Foster positive relationships between and with campers, providing guidance and support
Follow and enforce safety protocols, responding to emergencies as needed
Help maintain a clean and organized camp environment
Follow all employment policies and procedures of the Sid Jacobson JCC, including but not limited to those detailed in the JCC Employee Handbook and Camp Kehilla Staff Handbook
Attendance at all staff meetings, group meetings/trainings, and camp orientation is required
Perform additional tasks as assigned by the camp director or assistant director
Preferred Qualifications
Must be at least 17 years old and entering their senior year in High School
Previous camp experience and previous experience working with children
Must possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Preferred Skills
Passion for working with children who have developmental disabilities
Exhibit kindness, patience, and compassion
Ability to take skills learned during trainings and apply them to the daily aspects of camp
Excellent organizational skills
Flexibility and ability to multi task and make decisions in a fast paced environment
Good interpersonal skills to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift to 35 pound
This is a seasonal position that pays $2,900-$3,800 plus tips for the 8 weeks of camp
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Kids In Crisis is Connecticut's ONLY free, round-the-clock agency providing emergency shelter, crisis counseling and community educational programs for children of all ages and families dealing with a wide range of crises, including domestic violence, mental health and family problems, substance abuse, economic difficulties and more.
REPORTS TO: UC Program Director
*Full-Time and Part-Time positions open covering multiple shifts include Overnight, Weekday and Weekend*
RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan, maintain and prepare weekly menus in line with Federal Standards
Transport/accompany clients to appointments and placements. Out of State travel via, agency vehicles, train or air.
Administer medication
Implement behavior management level system
Help create and maintain a positive therapeutic resident living environment (including shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry and supervising resident activities)
Supervise, plan and facilitate activities including outside recreation for UC residents
Teaching activities of daily living (cooking, shopping, money management, etc.) to UC residents
Contributing to client case files
Model appropriate, positive social skills
Manage safety of shelter; implement fire and evacuation drills
Maintain call logs and other paperwork
Perform bed checks each 30 minutes at night if on night shift
Follow all KIC and ORR policies and procedures
Collaborating with a talented multidisciplinary team to find innovative solutions for engaging and working with the UC residents
Successful completion of agency trainings including but not limited to TCI, Med Administration, Phone Training, Crisis Intervention, Sexual Assault Crisis Training ,ORR P&Ps, KIC P&Ps, UC program P&Ps
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in education, social work, or related field OR high school diploma experience working with high risk children
Bi lingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
A passion for working with children and adolescents
A true team player who enjoys collaborating with others
Creativity and flexibility, with a sense of humor and a willingness to roll up your sleeves.
CPR required at hiring
Essential Functions:
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Ability to lift a minimum of 20 lbs.: ability to Stand and sit for long periods
Valid drivers' license to drive agency vehicles
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
$28k-33k yearly est. 20d ago
Bilingual MDFR Specialist-SAFE Family Recovery
Wheeler 4.3
Family support specialist job in Norwalk, CT
Are you looking for a job that involves family inclusion in a case management setting in a therapeutic way? The Bilingual MDFR (Multidimensional Family Recovery) Specialist will spend the majority of their time in the community meeting with clients in their homes or community locations where they feel comfortable. MDFR Specialists will provide MDFR in three phases with initial contact weekly, contact every other week during the second phase, and contact every three weeks during the third phase. Throughout, the goal is to help increase engagement in treatment services and foster stronger relationships and functioning within the family. The MDFR Specialist will focus on the caregivers as individuals, the children, parenting and co-parenting, parental intimate relationships, family relationships, and connection to the community. The specialist will provide brief MDFR interventions as identified by DCF and/or the family's needs following the MDFR curriculum.
This position is eligible for a $4,000 sign on bonus! Half upon start and half after a year in the position.
Rate: $22
Bilingual stipend $2,288 yearly
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree is required, with preferred degrees in psychology, social work, or related human services field. Must have experience working in the substance use treatment field or experience working with adults in a community-based program. Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation required.
Work a flexible schedule in order to accommodate individual parent/caregivers needs and in order to respond to a crisis situation, as is required by the model.
Current program needs require the ability to communicate fluently in English and Spanish.
LOCATION
Norwalk, CT
Location stipend available!
SCHEDULE
Full time
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
At Wheeler, we're committed to not only supporting your career growth but also ensuring your well-being and security. Here's how we invest in you:
Nurture Your Health:
Comprehensive medical and prescription insurance through Centivo
Comprehensive dental and vision insurance through Cigna
Access to wellness programs to support your physical and mental health
Secure Your Future:
Enjoy peace of mind with company-paid life and AD&D insurance
403(b) Plan, with contributions from the company
Fuel Your Career Growth:
Pursue your educational goals with our Education Reimbursement Program
Access training and development opportunities
Receive a productivity incentive to recognize your hard work and dedication
Maintain Work-Life Harmony:
Recharge with generous paid time off, including:
15 vacation days per year to explore and recharge
8 sick days per year for your well-being
2 personal days per year for your personal needs
2 floating holidays per year to celebrate what matters to you
9 paid company holidays to spend with loved ones
Access free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assume responsibility for coordinating the provision of services by other community professionals
Deliver MDFR at the parent/caregiver's home or in the community through at least weekly face to face contact.
Upon referral, assess the parent/caregiver's needs and family situation using DCF approved screening tools to identify strengths and areas needing improvement.
Discuss the results with the parent/caregiver in order to assist him/her in the development of their Recovery Support Plan.
Facilitate engagement and retention in substance use and mental health treatment for parents.
Provide access to developmental, educational, and medical services for the children.
Enhance parent's involvement in their children's well-being.
Improve parenting skills including co-parenting and parental teamwork
Reinforce skills and competencies parents learn in substance use or mental health counseling.
Help repair relationships between the parent(s) and other family members.
Increase involvement of other positive family members in the children's lives.
Improve parent and family communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
On-site instant urine drug testing and/or breathalyzers that offer immediate results will be randomly performed per the model requirements. Drug testing for parents/caregivers who are in substance use treatment will be coordinated between providers to avoid duplication. Results are used to engage and sustain the parent/caregiver in their Recovery Support Plan.
Documentation of clinical activities in client record as required by Wheeler Clinic.
Continues to develop knowledge and understanding about the history, traditions, values, family systems, and artistic expression of groups served as well as uses appropriate methodological approaches, skills, and techniques that reflect an understanding of culture.
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$22 hourly 30d ago
Social Service Assistant
PACS
Family support specialist job in Lakeview, NY
General Purpose The primary purpose of your job position is to assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing our facility's social service programs in accordance with current existing federal, state, and local standards, as well as our established policies and procedures, to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the resident are met/maintained on an individual basis.
Essential Duties
* Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility.
* Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed
* Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures.
* Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes.
* Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the resident.
* Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
* Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self-care, independence and well-being.
* Assist with providing medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each resident is attained or maintained.
* Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director.
* Provide information to residents/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident.
* Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of social service programs.
* Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life.
* Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary.
* Work with emotional problems including assisting resident/family with anxieties and stress caused by illness and admission to the facility, difficulties in coping with residual physical disabilities, fears related to helplessness and death, and the need for institutional and specialized care.
* Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plan for social treatment.
* Meet with department personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services
* Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident.
* Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on-site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services.
* Assists in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals.
* Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
* Assist in the development of and participate in regularly scheduled orientation and in-service training programs in relation to the social, emotional and medical needs of the residents.
* Assist in the development of the department's budget.
* Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc.
* Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.
Supervisory Requirements
This position has no supervisor responsibilities
Qualification
Education and/or Experience
Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required.
Prior health-care experience preferred
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and talk, read or hear. Frequent use of all office-related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate.
Additional Information
Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
$37k-49k yearly est. Auto-Apply 27d ago
Social Work and Admissions Assistant.
Benchmark Senior Living 4.1
Family support specialist job in Stamford, CT
Edgehill, a 5 Star Continuing Care Retirement Community is looking for a dynamic Social Worker to join our team as the Health Center Social Work and Admissions Assistant. Responsibilities will also include supporting the psychosocial needs of the greater Edgehill Community.
You will work to enhance the quality of life of our residents though providing:
Psychosocial Support; Resident Advocacy; Individualized Care Planning; and coordinating support groups for residents and families.
In support of the Admissions Director, you will assist entire admission process through:
Processing inquiries; completing paperwork; ensuring room readiness; verifying insurance benefits; communicating with hospitals and other medical entities;
conducting pre-admission assessments and coordinating with nursing staff to ensure appropriate placement.
Requirements
Must have a bachelor's degree in social work or a bachelor's degree in a human services field
Experience in a hospital, skilled nursing center, or other related medical center.
As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:
8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
Discounted Meal Program
Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
Associate Referral Bonus Program
Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
Tuition Reimbursement Program*
Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
$29k-33k yearly est. 30d ago
Foster Care Family Specialist - Bachelor's Degree Required (3603)
Together for Youth 4.0
Family support specialist job in Melville, NY
The Family Specialist is responsible for coordinating a comprehensive case management plan for youth and families to ensure the safety, permanency and well-being of youth in foster care.
Qualifications
Schedule
8:30AM - 5PM, some evenings required, flexible schedule dependent on case needs.
Job Responsibilities
Conducts assessment of family's strengths and needs; assesses problem areas and utilizes various treatment modalities and resources to effect growth and change.
Participates in development, implementation and ongoing evaluation of comprehensive treatment and discharge plan. Develops alternative placement or permanency resources for youth that may not return to their families. Completes a comprehensive discharge summary at least eight weeks prior to discharge.
Delivers effective case management services, including ensuring counseling sessions are scheduled as needed and children receive required medical and dental examinations. Tracks and monitors services provided, completes all documentation in a timely and comprehensive manner. Ensures compliance with confidentiality standards, parental consent and necessary release of information.
Conducts casework contacts with families, as needed but at least twice a month, in their homes and community settings to focus on treatment goals. Engages youth and family by developing effective and caring relationship. Ensures children are maintained in safe, secure environments.
Acts as a bridge between youth and family, and foster care treatment teams through telephone, face-to-face contacts, family conferences, comprehensive treatment reviews, etc. Attend treatment review meetings.
Assists with reunification of youth with family, community, school by implementing permanent supports and resources including but not limited to identifying and working with a mentor, setting up after school recreational and job opportunities and developing a relapse prevention program.
Job Requirements
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is required.
A Master's degree (MSW, MHC, MFT, or related) is strongly preferred and may be required for clinical or supervisory roles.
Preferred 1 years of direct experience working with at-risk youth and families, case management, child welfare, trauma-informed care preferably in a home-based, or community setting.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes variable hours: days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional on-call responsibilities.
Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving record acceptable to agency standards.
Access to a reliable vehicle is required, as frequent travel is necessary.
Ability to plan and coordinate transportation for home visits, appointments, and court-related obligations in an efficient and timely manner.
Ability to engage and support individuals and families from economically and culturally diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated understanding of, equity, and inclusive practices in service delivery.
Excellent communication skills, including clear and professional verbal interactions, effective and empathetic listening, and accurate, objective, and timely written documentation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and web-based documentation systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Together for Youth is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where diversity is valued and recognized as a source of strength and enrichment. We seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures.
As a federal contractor, Together for Youth will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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$36k-41k yearly est. 9d ago
Leave Replacement Guidance Counselor - Elementary School -Immediate)
The Academy Charter School 4.2
Family support specialist job in Uniondale, NY
The Academy Charter Schools offers an exceptional interdisciplinary curriculum in a technology-rich environment that challenges students to explore connections across subjects and use experiential learning to bridge the gaps between theory and practice. The Academy's focus on character development and community service cultivate a student body poised to be active, engaged and responsible members of the community. The Academy employs a committed staff whose teaching and high academic and behavioral expectations will promote the excellence known so the community's children can achieve.
Under the supervision of the school principal, provides counseling services for students manifesting social, emotional, behavioral and/or learning difficulties which interfere with the students' capacity to be successful in school. He/she works with the parents, teachers, other school personnel, outside agencies and the community to modify those aspects of the environment which interfere with positive school adjustments and healthy development.
Responsibilities
Identifies and assesses learning and behavior problems, including factors in the school environment contributing to student problems.
Identifies, assesses and when warranted and possible, modifies social-emotional, cultural, economics as well as other environmental factors impacting negatively on a child's success in school.
Incorporate students' parents as partners in the learning process. Keep parents apprised of student's progress, attitude and behavior. Keep scheduled appointments and be accessible to parents when they have questions
Chair academic conferences with parents i.e. promotion in doubt
Counsels students individually and in groups.
Provides consultation with school staff and parents concerning the growth and development of individual students.
Collaborates with school staff including other mental health providers assigned to respective schools.
Collaborates with special education teacher and serves on as a liaison with CSE.
Provides mandated workshops on child abuse and child neglect to all school staff.
Serves as an advocate for children and for parents around issues that are negatively impacting a child's success in school.
Liaisons with various agencies (DSS, DJJ, etc.) and institutions (churches, universities, etc.) in order to assist in effecting positive change for students and families that will translate into improved school adjustment and achievement for the child.
Monitors school climates and finds ways of positively impacting that environment for children.
Serves as a member of Crisis Intervention Teams.
Provides group counseling, educational workshops, and other services to parents on topics such as parenting, stress reduction
Pay Transparency: The salary range for this role is $ 62,500 - $98,000. Base pay offered may vary within the posted range based on several factors, including but not limited to education, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
The Academy is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Requirements
Qualifications:
NYS Certification in School Counseling required.
Masters Degree in School Counseling required
Very strong communication and interpersonal skills required
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to interact successfully with all levels of school personnel, students and parents
Ability to liaise with community agencies
Demonstrates abilities/strategies to reduce inappropriate, student behaviors and improve classroom or school climate
Salary Description $62,500 - $98,000
$62.5k-98k yearly 60d+ ago
POSTING- WMHS-1 SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR-BILINGUAL (Spanish Preferred)-2025-26
Wyandanch Union Free School District (Ny 3.9
Family support specialist job in Wyandanch, NY
POSTING AVAILABLE 2025-2026 Wyandanch Memorial High School GUIDANCE COUNSELOR-Bilingual (Spanish Preferred) We are seeking a talented, dynamic, and innovative Guidance Counselor who has the passion of supporting students through academic, personal and career advisement. The candidate must demonstrate a
commitment to innovation and interdisciplinary methods of counseling while collaborating with all
stakeholders.
Duties include but are not limited to:
* Support the social, emotional, and behavioral development of all students in the areas of self awareness, self management, social awareness, relationship skills.
* Assist in crisis response, conflict resolution and behavior intervention
* Monitor student schedule & make adjustments to ensure alignment with graduation, college/career
readiness
* Develop & implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with ASCA National Model
* Support responsible decision making within the scope of the district's long-term goals of increasing
graduation rate, career goals and reducing chronic absenteeism.
* Participate in IEP, 504, and MTSS/RTI meetings as appropriate
* Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: NYS School Counselor Certification; Demonstrated knowledge of high school graduation requirements, transcript evaluation, and post secondary planning; Ability to speak, read and write fluent Spanish language required.
Immediate Supervisor: Dr. Peppericka Bonay-Martin, Director of PPS
Mr. Paul Sibblies, Wyandanch Memorial High School Principal
Duration: 2025-2026 School Year
Salary: Per WTA Contract
PLEASE INCLUDE A COPY OF YOUR SCHOOL (GUIDANCE) COUNSELOR NY STATE CERTIFICATION.
$50k-69k yearly est. 15d ago
Case Manager/Family Development Specialist
Family Service League Inc. 3.7
Family support specialist job in Bay Shore, NY
Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.
SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
2 evenings are required per week
Flexible schedule
SUMMARY
Family Service League is seeking a full-time Case Manager for the Home Base program in Bay Shore. The Case Manager will be responsible for direct service to the target populations for the identified program, completing program documentation as necessary and tracking program milestones and outcomes. The Case Manager will work in accordance with OMH, DSS and FSL parameters. The Case Manager will document all client interactions, act as part of an interdisciplinary team as necessary, meet youth/families individual needs and be well informed about community resources. The Case Manager will participate in an agency-wide System of Care and other collaborative projects both within FSL and in partnership with entities outside of the agency. Travel is required. This is a Suffolk County based program.
We offer a generous benefits package including the following:
Health and Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
Life and AD&D Insurance
Generous PTO (paid time off)
Up to 11 paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Student Tuition Remission Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Employee Discounts and more!
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Case Manager will conduct linkage, coordination, advocacy, and mentoring.
Provide anger management and parenting skills to youth and their families.
Focus services on goal achievement surrounding the factors that contributed to the youth's involvement with mental health services.
The Case Manager will provide case management services to youth in the program.
Utilize Motivational Interviewing to facilitate change.
The Case Manager will carry a caseload of 14 youth that are visited weekly.
Refer clients as needed for skill building services and work collaboratively with the skill builder to achieve client goals.
Conduct home visits throughout Suffolk County.
All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred.
At least 2 years of experience working in human services required.
Must possess the ability to work with diverse populations as well as engage both youth and parents in service delivery.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills required.
Candidate must have knowledge of community resources, possess sound judgement, be reliable, flexible and can multitask.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires sitting for long periods of time at a computer and travelling to conduct home visits.
Job Description
Kids In Crisis is Connecticut's ONLY free, round-the-clock agency providing emergency shelter, crisis counseling and community educational programs for children of all ages and families dealing with a wide range of crises, including domestic violence, mental health and family problems, substance abuse, economic difficulties and more.
REPORTS TO: UC Program Director
*Full-Time and Part-Time positions open covering multiple shifts include Overnight, Weekday and Weekend*
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan, maintain and prepare weekly menus in line with Federal Standards
• Transport/accompany clients to appointments and placements. Out of State travel via, agency vehicles, train or air.
• Administer medication
• Implement behavior management level system
• Help create and maintain a positive therapeutic resident living environment (including shopping, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry and supervising resident activities)
Supervise, plan and facilitate activities including outside recreation for UC residents
• Teaching activities of daily living (cooking, shopping, money management, etc.) to UC residents
• Contributing to client case files
• Model appropriate, positive social skills
• Manage safety of shelter; implement fire and evacuation drills
• Maintain call logs and other paperwork
• Perform bed checks each 30 minutes at night if on night shift
• Follow all KIC and ORR policies and procedures
• Collaborating with a talented multidisciplinary team to find innovative solutions for engaging and working with the UC residents
• Successful completion of agency trainings including but not limited to TCI, Med Administration, Phone Training, Crisis Intervention, Sexual Assault Crisis Training ,ORR P&Ps, KIC P&Ps, UC program P&Ps
• Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in education, social work, or related field OR high school diploma experience working with high risk children
• Bi lingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
• A passion for working with children and adolescents
• A true team player who enjoys collaborating with others
• Creativity and flexibility, with a sense of humor and a willingness to roll up your sleeves.
• CPR required at hiring
Essential Functions:
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to lift a minimum of 20 lbs.: ability to Stand and sit for long periods
• Valid drivers' license to drive agency vehicles
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
How much does a family support specialist earn in Brookhaven, NY?
The average family support specialist in Brookhaven, NY earns between $31,000 and $78,000 annually. This compares to the national average family support specialist range of $24,000 to $55,000.
Average family support specialist salary in Brookhaven, NY