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Phaxis Education is hiring experienced and passionate Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) school-based positions. If you're searching for school-based BCBA jobs near me or K-12 ABA positions, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact while working with a team that values your expertise. Position Overview Join a supportive district team to provide comprehensive behavioral and academic support services for students across elementary settings. You'll collaborate closely with educators, school psychologists, and families to promote student success through assessment, intervention, and consultation. What You'll Do Conduct functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and develop behavior intervention plans (BIPs) Provide direct and indirect behavioral support to students Collect and analyze behavioral data to monitor progress and adjust interventions Train and support teachers and paraprofessionals in implementing ABA strategies Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions Collaborate with staff and families to foster positive learning environments Position Details Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, during regular school hours Requirements Master's degree or higher in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or related field Active BCBA certification (BACB) NY State licensure or eligibility (LBA) Previous school-based experience preferred Why Work With Phaxis Education At Phaxis, we specialize in connecting talented educators and clinicians with exceptional school-based opportunities. When you work with us, you can expect: Competitive weekly pay aligned with your experience Day-one health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage Licensure and renewal reimbursement to support your professional growth Referral bonuses for helping us connect with other qualified professionals

DEPARTMENT: Shelter JOB TITLE: Youth Specialist REPORTS TO: Unit Supervisor JOB LOCATION: Irvington, NY FLSA: Non-Exempt STATUS & HOURS: Full-Time- 35 Hours per week Date Submitted/Revised: March 3, 2024 JOB SUMMARY This position has the responsibility for the day-to-day supervision of children in the residential emergency shelter, assisting with record keeping and specific program functions and performing duties necessary for the overall care and well-being of children in the residence. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES Help supervise the youth in the Shelter program. Act as a mentor and set a positive example. Oversee and encourage resident participation in group activities. Encourage completion of daily chores and personal hygiene tasks Provide one-on-one supervision or support as needed. Document patient progress, immediately reporting any extreme changes in behavior. Report any incidents that may affect the safety of a resident. Maintain a safe and healthy environment. Responds appropriately to the individual and special needs of children. Is always aware of the whereabouts of all children. Demonstrates group management and crisis intervention skills. Represents and carries out agency, department and unit policies and procedures. Monitors cleanliness and appearance of unit. Responds appropriately to fire alarms and fire drills. Supervises recreational activities. Complete log entries and incident reports accurately and regularly. Attends and participates in all meetings as assigned. Uses TRC vehicle appropriately and appropriately completes van logs. Always provides effective supervision of children. Monitors hygiene and health problems of residents. Maintains appropriate ratios. Works cooperatively and is a good team player. Complete all mandated ORR & Abbott House trainings on a timely basis. Any other related duties as required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 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. An employee in this position is regularly required to stand; walk, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen, and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to keep balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Computer - The Youth Specialist must be able to use a computer and able to learn software programs Office Equipment- The Administrative Assistant to the Executive Office is required to operate a fax, copier, scan, and other office equipment. Communication - The Youth Specialist needs to be able to speak, read and write fluently in the English language Writing - The Youth Specialist must be able to write in the English language using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc. Driving - The Youth Specialist must have a valid Driver's License and a clean driving record. Lifting - The Youth Specialist may frequently lift 0-25 lbs., occasionally lift 25-50 lbs., and rarely lift over 50 lbs. Push/Pull - The Youth Specialist may frequently push/pull 0-25 lbs. of force, occasionally push/pull 26-45 lbs. force, and rarely push/pull over 45 lbs. Sitting, Standing and Walking - The Youth Specialist will be required to sit, stand and walk throughout the work day. Stooping -The Youth Specialist may occasionally stoop. This is defined as bending body downward by bending spine at the waist. Kneeling -The Youth Specialist may occasionally kneel. This is defined as bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee(s). Crouching - The Youth Specialist may occasionally crouch. This is defined as bending body downward and forward by bending spine and legs. Work environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate due to talk and movement of the program participants and other co- workers. The noise level can increase on occasion due to yelling or screaming by the participants of the programs. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Degree preferred, High School diploma or GED One year's experience in childcare preferred. Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record. Bilingual (Spanish -preferred) HOURS AND TIME OF WORK Full-Time- 35 Hours per week

JOB TITLE FAMILY HEALTH ADVOCATE - HOME VISITOR CATEGORY NON-EXEMPT PROGRAM URBAN STRATEGIES - EARLY HEAD START WORK SCHEDULE FIVE DAYS PER WEEK, 40 HOURS PER WEEK; 12 MONTHS PER YEAR REPORTS TO ERSEA/ FAMILY COMMUNITY SPECIALIST Organization Overview Urban Strategies exists to equip, resource, and connect faith- and community-based organizations that are engaged in community transformation to help families reach their fullest potential. We work with trusted faith- and community-based organizations and focus on the Latino community to engage and come alongside the whole family. Our vision is that all children and families reach their full potential. Our work is informed by our three core values: Authentic Relationships, Servant Leadership, and Intentional Compassion. • Authentic Relationships are foundational to our work and move beyond a transactional nature to truly know people. They serve as opportunities for mutual development and growth and are based on the belief that all people have inherent dignity and worth. • Servant Leadership is rooted in an other-centric mindset that informs the way one leads and builds up individuals, families, and communities. • Intentional Compassion describes a deliberate commitment to understand, formulate strategic responses, and activate others to reach their full potential. Our organization is headquartered in Washington, D.C., and our administrative offices are located in Johnson City, Tennessee. Our team works across the United States and Puerto Rico with direct service centers located in California, Arizona, Texas, Florida, New York, and Puerto Rico. POSITION OVERVIEW Performs all activities in the implementation of ERSEA (Enrollment, Recruitment, Selection, Eligibility, and Attendance) requirements ensuring responsiveness to the results of the Community Assessment and all applicable Head Start Performance Standards. Collects, inputs, and analyses data into the child enrollment, health, and attendance systems. Assists in the development of policies and procedures for ERSEA and for prohibition suspension and expulsion. This position will also assist parents through a referral system to community agencies in cooperation with all other disciplines (Child Development/Disabilities, Health, Mental Health, Nutrition, and Administration). Assumes a key role in compliance with Head Start Performance Standards. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS · Engage in comprehensive, integrated planning with the management team: o to create ERSEA goals/outcomes and a system of services that support the eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance of infants, toddlers and that is responsive to the results of the community assessment. o to create a family and community engagement goals/outcomes and a system of services that aligns with the Head Start Parent Family Community Engagement Framework. o to create a system of services that limits child suspension from the program and prohibits child expulsions from the program. o to ensure the implementation of ERSEA and Family/Community Engagement throughout the program. o to support ERSEA/Family Engagement Manager develop policies and procedures for the ERSEA and Family/Community Engagement system of services. · Assist in the assessment of community, program, child and family needs, strengths, and resources in quality-of-life issues; compile and analyze data; produce reports; assure the integration of dual language learners, homeless children, children in foster care, and children with disabilities. · Under the direction of the ERSEA/Family Engagement Manager, assist in tracking, reporting, each child's attendance and follows through with individual intervention in situations of chronic absenteeism. Assist with the development of the Community Assessment. Assist with the annual program self-assessment and federal onsite review process, focused on compliance with ERSEA and progress on family/community engagement; report on strengths, recommendations, required improvements; implement improvements and recommendations; incorporate into the program planning process. POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ERSEA • Implement the system to track the eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance of children to comply with federal and state program regulations. • Assist in creating the criteria for the selection and enrollment of children assuring responsiveness to community assessment and reflecting data on dual language learners, homeless children, children in foster care, and children with disabilities. • Perform intake/registration procedures for all families and ensures income verification and eligibility qualifications of children and families are met, and ensure applications are complete and data is accurately entered in the Child Plus database. • Assure and maintain record keeping and reporting policies for waitlists, enrollment, attendance, timelines, schedules, and procedures in accordance with following designated state and federal program requirements. • Conduct ongoing monitoring, tracking, follow-up, and analysis of enrollment and attendance data, and produce regular reports for management meetings. • Assist in addressing any possible child suspensions and in the prohibition of expulsion and collaboration with Mental Health Services. • Maintain enrollment forms, ensuring information is current, correct, and disseminated to all necessary staff to meet program requirements. • Perform recruitment activities in response to enrollment data and waitlist data. • Ensure full program enrollment and maintenance of a sufficient waitlist. • Compile and submit Program Information Report (PIR) data periodically. Family Service/Community Partnerships • Implement the system for Family and Community Engagement Services. • Implement a system of services, record keeping, and reporting of the Family Partnership Agreement and assure its alignment to the Parent Family Community Engagement Framework. • Assist in being the program resource for consultation, information, and referral regarding community resources to staff and client families • Completes family service home visits and Needs Assessments • Completes other related activities and duties as assigned. Health and Disabilities • Support families obtain their infant/toddler's health requirements, such as vaccines, annual health checkups, dental/oral health exams, etc. • Follow up with parents and doctors on infants' and toddlers' health requirements, and ongoing health care, including access to a medical and dental home. • Responsible for tracking and documenting health events in the program's data management system. • Conducts Health home visits, screenings, and assessments with families. • Utilize the Arizona State Immunization System (ASIIS) database to capture children's immunization data. • Monitor children's health reports and works collaboratively with the Health Services Team. • Support the referral process for children with possible special needs and works collaboratively with the Education/Disabilities Team, teachers, and parents. PHYSICAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The ability to see at a normal distance, hear normal conversations and sounds, and use hands and fingers to fill out the required forms. Occasional lifting of fifty (50) pounds is required and must be able to push/pull up to fifty pounds horizontally. Ability to sit on the floor, bend at the waist, kneel and/or stoop 75% of the time. 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions if the staff disability does not create an undue risk of injury. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Certification or Credential in social work, family services, human services, or in a related field. • Experience: One to three years' experience working with families and children prenatal to three years of age • Skills: Excellent oral and written communication skills; Advance MS Office Suite. • Working knowledge of local community resources and health requirements for children, zero to three years of age. • Others: Must have Valid Driver's License, Personal Vehicle, and Liability Insurance required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in social work, family services, human services, or -in a related field. • Experience: Work in a Head Start of Early Head Start program and knowledge of the Office of Head Start Performance Standards. • Skills: Bilingual (English /Spanish). SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Other employment requirements include the following: 1. All EHS employees must pass a mandatory criminal background check prior to hiring and every five years thereafter. 2. Initial health exam and state-required communicable disease screening and testing. 3. Food Handlers Certification Card. Employment is conditional pending satisfactory results of all required tests and background checks mentioned above. Periodic physical examinations and TB clearances will be required if hired. To Apply: Please visit ******************************* The position will be open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer

Reporting Relationship The Youth Development Worker reports to the Site Coordinator. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Key Responsibilities & Outcomes ● Ability to create outstanding academic achievement and student character development. ● Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students. ● Motivate students to realize high academic and behavioral standards. ● Utilize data from CCSP's student assessments to drive instruction and intervention. ● Exemplify CCSP's core values in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues. ● Support all special education-related services including Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) during the program. ● Collaborate with Site Leaders and the program team to improve instructional, culture-building and leadership skills. ● Attend all professional development, team planning, and data analysis meetings. ● Participate enthusiastically in structured and informal learning and development opportunities. ● Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense of humor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a "roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude. ● Strong belief in an "achievement" mission and educational model. ● Research and stay up to date on best practices in community schools and afterschool programs. ● Understanding and experience of education in an urban setting. ● Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families and school partners including school administration and staff. ● Agile/iterative mindset; comfort with throwing away work or making changes. ● Ability to work well with a team and independently. ● Have a passion for helping all children achieve their highest aspirations. ● Lead in classroom management while implementing specialized activities. ● Support program administrative requirements including student attendance, surveys, forms, and lesson plans. ● Other duties as assigned Qualifications ● 30 College Credits ● 2 Years of Experience in Youth Development Compensation & Benefits In addition to a competitive salary, CCSP offers a full comprehensive benefits plan for full-time employees. The Community Charter School of Paterson is an equal-opportunity employer.

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.

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.

Duties:Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES anticipates a need for Teacher aide(s) and/or Teaching assistant(s) to work one-on-one in small group settings with students that have behavioral challenges to deescalate crisis situations where the student(s) are acting out; provide program-wide, active response to instructional staff when a crisis situation emerges; complete post event debriefing and associated paperwork documenting a crisis situation including but not limited to situations when students present a danger to oneself or others; and provide turnkey training to staff members and parents on research-based intervention strategies. This position is for our Extended School Year (ESY) program which we anticipate to run from July 3, 2023-August 11, 2023.Qualifications:Crisis Intervention Specialists must hold a Therapeutic Crisis Intervention certification.Characteristics Desired:Positive, can-do attitude with the ability to work in collaboration with their peers and in a team-based environment. Effective oral and written communication skills. A commitment to the PNW BOCES mission of service and innovation through partnership. OLAS is an online job application system for K-12 Education. The platform connects you with more than 10,000 school jobs, including educator, non-instructional, and administrator positions in New York State and surrounding areas. OLAS job services are provided by PNW BOCES.

Children's Learning Centers of Fairfield County (CLC), formerly Childcare Learning Centers, is a leading comprehensive family services program providing inventive education and care to young children, birth through 5, while also providing comprehensive services for its families. CLC is currently looking to enhance its Family Service Team with a Family Service Worker. Primary role - Responsible for the family and community engagement program services of the Head Start and Early Head Start Program. Family Service Worker: Implement a family engagement approach per the Head Start Program Performance Standards that supports family well-being. Engage families in the family partnership process to support family well-being, including family safety, health, and economic stability to support child learning and development. Develop trusting and respectful relationships with families that support ongoing two-way communication with parents to create a welcoming program environment. Collaborate with parents on the family partnership process, and engage families in activities to promote children's learning and development, as well as implement practices to support father engagement. Manage a caseload of up to 40 families. Ensure family needs are met through follow-up and goal setting, and track progress towards the family's meeting their goals. Conduct family engagement services in the family's preferred language, and be respectful of the family's cultural, ethnic, and linguistic background. Support parents in strengthening their parenting skills by engaging them in a research-based parenting curriculum. Offer home visiting support to families. Provide resources to families on basic needs, emergency services (DV, homelessness, etc.), vocational, and employment agencies, ESL programs, and family counseling, and assure that their needs are met through follow-up. Follow all CT Mandated Reporter guidelines for suspicion of child abuse and neglect. Conduct agency-wide mandated reporter training as scheduled. Ensure the provision of comprehensive services for children and families by working collaboratively with the CLC education, health, nutrition, and disabilities/mental health staff. Schedule and participate in quarterly multi-disciplinary team meetings/social services meetings. Monitor children's attendance daily and follow up on chronic absenteeism Maintain children's records, and ensure confidential record-keeping. Document all communication with families, and enter child/family data in the program's online database system. Participate in community activities such as agency fairs to recruit Head Start/Early Head Start families, door-to-door advertisement, represent CLC/HS/EHS in collaborative projects with local community agencies, and conduct presentations on the comprehensive services offered by the Head Start Program. Participate actively in group supervision, one-to-one supervision, and professional development training opportunities to enhance skills to promote positive family outcomes. Required to meet all deadlines for program/agency reports. Responsible for the recruitment and enrollment of income-eligible families, reserving at least 10% of slots for children with disabilities. All other additional duties as assigned by the direct supervisor or the Head Start Director. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Human Services/Social Work or Associate's Degree in Human Services/Social Work with 2 years of related work experience. Ability to travel throughout Stamford, valid driver's license, ability to prioritize and multi-task, required to work closely with families and community agencies, strong interpersonal skills required. Bilingual Preferred Benefits: As an employee of CLC you will enjoy a creative work environment with competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k), generous vacation, sick time, and personal time, major Federal Holidays including the week of Christmas, weather related closings, Employee Assistance Program, and more. 15 Days of accrued Vacation and 12 days of accrued Sick time and 2 Days of personal time. Background Check and Drug Test is required. Established in 1902, Children's Learning Centers of Fairfield County (CLC) is the third largest not-for-profit provider of Early Childhood Education in the State of Connecticut. CLC's vision is to enrich the community as the leader in early childhood development by providing comprehensive, high quality early childhood education and care programs for all families. Nearly a thousand children are served though its Early Head Start, Head Start, Child Development, and School Readiness programs throughout Stamford, CT. To learn more about CLC please visit our website: ********************* EOE committed to diversity in the workplace.

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. #li-onsite

Pay Range USD $36.35 - USD $40.46 /Hr. About Us Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 94-bed inpatient facility from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Located just 25 miles north of Manhattan in beautiful Westchester County, we offer an inspiring work environment where healthcare professionals thrive. Learn more about Blythedale on our website here. Overview We are seeking a Certified Child Life Specialist for our 24 bed Long Term Care Unit with shared responsibility on our inpatient Infant/Toddler Unit. The ideal candidate is compassionate and skilled at assessing, planning, and implementing interventions to promote effective coping and healing for our medically complex population. As a Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS), you'll play a crucial role in our Therapeutic & Developmental Support Services team, ensuring quality family-centered care alongside our clinical multidisciplinary team. Weekend and Holiday availability required. Responsibilities Assesses, plans and implements interventions to promote effective coping and healthy processing of treatment course for both patient and family unit. Fosters collaboration through in-house inter-disciplinary work. Manages individual caseload of primary patients and plans and oversees Child Life groups. Precepts for Internship program and provide volunteer supervision. Contributes to program development and hospital wide initiatives. Participates in educational initiatives, highlighting content to reflect most significant hospital needs. Facilitate special events/visitors. Perform other duties as signed by supervisor. Qualifications One year of experience in child life or related field Education, Licensure, and Certification Educational Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development or closely related field required. Master's degree preferred. Certification Certification Mandatory through the ACLP (or eligible for exam with certification within 6 months of hire) Responsible for maintenance of Certification according to the schedule of the Child Life Council (CLC) through Professional Development Hours (PDH's)/credentialing exam. Physical Requirements Standing, walking, stooping. Ability to transfer children and equipment. Ability to meet flexible scheduling demands and patient care needs. Perks of Working at Blythedale Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience. Professional Development Opportunities: Access to mentorship, leadership training, and career advancement programs. Comprehensive Health Benefits: Including medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family. Retirement Plans with Employer Matching: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans. Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies. Safe Work Environment: Commitment to everyone's safety and well-being. Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees. Blythedale Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

Must hold a state independent license such as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LMCH, This position has the primary responsibility of providing the full breadth of Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) counseling services to children of all ages of military service members and their families at military installations and off military installations. These services may include non-medical counseling, training/ health and wellness presentations, consultation with parents, personnel, schools, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues affecting children and youth. CYB School counselors will be assigned to Department of Defense (DoDEA) schools and community schools and will need to have experience working in a school setting to qualify for a school position. CYB School counselors will also be assigned to youth programs, summer camps, and on demand assignments. The counselors work closely with the installation and military branch Points of Contact (POC) to assure that the program is provided within scope and meets the needs of the installation and the schools. Provides non-medical, short-term, solution focused, counseling directly to eligible children and youth of service members at assigned primary and secondary locations. Services include assessment, brief counseling and consultation, action planning, referral to resources (assuring linkage as appropriate), and follow-up as indicated. CYB counselors will also have a focus on supporting the staff and personnel of DoDEA , community schools, summer camps (if available/assigned) as well as providing parent training and guidance. Provides training and health and wellness presentations, participates in health fairs and other base/installation activities focused on children and youth. Enters counselor activity data daily through smart phone, or web application, to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation while maintaining confidentiality and anonymity of service/family member. Establishes and maintains working relationships with community resources focused on children and youth and provides appropriate linkages. Consistently visible within the school which allows MFLC services to be accessible when working with children, the counselor must abide by line of sight protocol (another adult with responsibility for the child must be able to see the counselor and child they are working with at all times). Partners with POC to provide CYB services in a manner that addresses the needs of the installation/facility. Develops an effective and professional working relationship with the installation/facility POC. Manages duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to DoD protocol and staffs the cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director. Communicates with Regional Supervisor and participates in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations and in facilities to which they are assigned. Responds to critical incidents and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager. The CYB will flex schedule to respond to urgent requests as needed or at the request of the Regional Supervisor/Regional Director. Participates in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees, initiatives, studies, pilot programs other contract activities as assigned/appropriate as directed by the customer and/or Magellan. This includes participation in pilot program certification and training processes, completion of activity documentation, integration of pilot activities in non-medical counseling work, and the utilization of applicable technology to complete required activities. All other duties as assigned. The job duties listed above are representative and not intended to be all-inclusive of what may be expected of an employee assigned to this job. A leader may assign additional or other duties which would align with the intent of this job, without revision to the job description. Other Job Requirements Responsibilities Master's Degree from an accredited Graduate Program in a Mental Health related field. Valid unrestricted independent counseling license from a State, District of Columbia, US Territory or Commonwealth that grants authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner. A minimum two years of post-licensure clinical experience Demonstrate intermediate-level competencies in technology and software (i.e., Microsoft Suite, Internet navigation, Smartphone/Tablet and application navigation, video-conferencing platform navigation). Requires ability to engage and communicate with military members or children as assigned, in order to accomplish job functions, and to respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting, which includes the need to traverse short and/or long distances within the base to both indoor and outdoor locations, to maneuver through rugged, outdoor or uneven locations (e.g., steep inclines, stairs, grass), and work in outdoor weather and other military base conditions. Due to the nature of working on military installations or related worksites, counselors may need to comply with various site-specific requirements to work at designated locations. For example, for some assignments, counselors will need to have certain current immunizations or vaccinations and provide record of receipt. Ability to prove US Citizenship and must be fluent in English. Understanding, sensitivity and empathy for service members and their families. Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships. Ability to work with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds. Pass a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI) Clearance, and an Installation Records Check (IRC), Criminal Background Check, and FBI Fingerprints Check. Vehicle Operator's License Requirement: Unless specifically waived by the FEDSIM COR, all contractor personnel providing counseling support at Government locations shall possess a valid U.S. state vehicle operator's license. As a condition for employment under this contract, contractor personnel may be required to pass all tests for and obtain a U.S. military vehicle operator's permit for commercial sedans and similar, for use at Temporary Duty (TDY) locations, if required. Must meet the Magellan MFLC CYB criteria for experience with children and youth and specialty in child and adolescent development/psychology. School assigned counselors must have past work experience in a school setting to qualify for assignment. General Job Information Title Military and Family Life Counselor - Adult, School and Child Youth Grade MFLC Tier 2 Work Experience - Required Clinical Work Experience - Preferred Education - Required Master's - Behavioral Health, Master's - Social Work Education - Preferred License and Certifications - Required Current licensure required for this position that meets State, Commonwealth or customer-specific requirements - Care MgmtCare Mgmt, DL - Driver License, Valid In State - OtherOther, Must be an independently licensed behavioral health clinician - Care MgmtCare Mgmt License and Certifications - Preferred Salary Range Salary Minimum: $59,922 Salary Maximum: $100,280 This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.

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

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. #IND123 #LI-MM1

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.

Starting Salary - $18.13 Hourly, $35,890 based on 1950 hours annually SAIL at Ferncliff Manor is seeking Crisis Intervention Aides to work in our special education school/residential programs. Our Crisis Intervention Aide (CIA) works directly with the Coordinator of Behavior Intervention and Supports, School Psychologist, Classroom Teachers, Residential Supervisors and all other staff to ensure the highest quality of care is implemented for each student. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Observe and Gather information pertaining to Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans, as requested by supervisor. Train staff on the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans as requested by supervisor. Provide hands on modeling of Behavior Intervention Plan procedures and appropriate behavior intervention techniques. Collect and manage data collection as requested by supervisor. Ensure data collection sheets are available for staff. Implement de-escalation techniques in accordance with ABA basic principles and SCIP-R guidelines, including the use of physical intervention when faced with behaviors that pose a risk to the safety of the individual or others. Assist with morning transition to school to help ensure safe transport of students. Implement discrete trials according to students learning needs, collect DTT data and report to classroom teacher. Provide flexibility to assist where school needs may require. Communicate with supervisor regarding student/resident behaviors, to include reporting any noted changes in behavior and any potential environmental changes/setting events that may impact behavior. Interact and engage with classroom or residential unit activities that will benefit students/residents. Maintain SCIP-R certification as required. Other Duties Other job-related tasks as assigned

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*

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

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)

This position has the responsibility for the day-to-day supervision of children in the residential emergency shelter, assisting with record keeping and specific program functions and performing duties necessary for the overall care and well-being of children in the residence. About Abbott House Abbott House is an innovative community-based organization that helps children, families, adults and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with complex needs build lasting foundations for a promising future. We operate programs in the New York Metropolitan area and Hudson Valley. Key Responsibilities Help supervise the youth in the Shelter program. Act as a mentor and set a positive example. Oversee and encourage resident participation in group activities. Encourage completion of daily chores and personal hygiene tasks Provide one-on-one supervision or support as needed. Document patient progress, immediately reporting any extreme changes in behavior. Report any incidents that may affect the safety of a resident. Maintain a safe and healthy environment. Responds appropriately to the individual and special needs of children. Is always aware of the whereabouts of all children. Demonstrates group management and crisis intervention skills. Represents and carries out agency, department and unit policies and procedures. Monitors cleanliness and appearance of unit. Responds appropriately to fire alarms and fire drills. Supervises recreational activities. Complete log entries and incident reports accurately and regularly. Attends and participates in all meetings as assigned. Uses TRC vehicle appropriately and appropriately completes van logs. Always provides effective supervision of children. Monitors hygiene and health problems of residents. Maintains appropriate ratios. Works cooperatively and is a good team player. Complete all mandated ORR & Abbott House trainings on a timely basis. Any other related duties as required. About You You are the ideal candidate if you are enjoy working with children while empowering underserved communities. Being compassionate, reliable, self-motivated, and a team player are critical attributes to be successful in this role. Degree preferred, High School diploma or GED One year's experience in childcare preferred. Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record. Bilingual (Spanish -preferred) What We Offer: Professional growth opportunities Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Care benefits with premiums substantially paid by for employees, employee families and domestic partners Generous vacation, holiday, sick time and personal time off benefits Tuition Reimbursement Company paid life insurance and long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program Short-term disability and Workers Compensation benefits Paid Family Leave Program Employee Recognition Awards