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PURPOSE: The Jewish Board's Adult Residential Division supports adults with serious and persistent mental illness to live in the community with as much independence as possible. Using a non-judgmental, harm-reduction approach, staff model and guide residents to create and meet personalized recovery goals, develop independent living skills, and live in a healthy and secure manner. Our work is guided by principles that underscore the critical importance of stable housing, use a culturally competent and anti-racist lens, and respect the dignity and legitimacy of each individual's journey. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Social Worker is responsible for supplying necessary clinical intervention within the realm of the program. Provide cultural competent and sensitive services. As part of a therapeutic team within the Agency, work closely with the divisions' medical, psychiatric and psychology staff, to ensure the appropriate treatment interventions for the client. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Client Engagement • Carries a caseload of residents, and provides services to those residents within the scope of program regulations and agency mission. • Completes client assessments to include, intake assessments, overall client assessments, risk assessments • Evaluates and assesses clients' functioning, and supports clients in meeting individual goals. • Practices person-centered and collaborative service planning with clients, also ensuring service plans are completed and signed by residents according to regulatory guidelines and standards. • Interprets and explains agency policies and procedures to residents. • Develop safety plans • Provide individual and family counseling. • Makes referrals and coordinates services for clients, including but not limited to, medical, mental health, substance abuse prevention and treatment • Advocates on behalf of residents with other services providers. • Links residents to community-based programs and collaborates with other services providers • May run groups under supervision • Participates in audit preparation. • Other duties as assigned. Team Process • Participates in weekly case conference • Participates in intake, assessment, discharge, and follow-up conferences. • Participates in regular staff meetings and trainings. May be asked to travel to offsite meetings and trainings. • Participates in planning and execution of special and holiday events. Documentation • Files incident reports as appropriate. • Completes regular and timely documentation of all resident interactions, including progress and informational notes. • Facilitates monthly roommate meetings when appropriate.RE COMPETENCIES for the position include: • Excellent engagement and assessment skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Attention to detail • Ability to work independently as well as with a team CORE COMPETENCIES for the position include: Knowledge and Attributes • In-depth understanding of how mental illness, substance use disorders, or trauma can affect the lives of individuals in the community. • Experience working with individuals living with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, or trauma required. • Knowledge of local and state health and human service systems and their navigation. • Understanding of the demanding processes of stabilization and recovery. • Commitment to working with individuals with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, a history of trauma, and/or homelessness. • Compassion and respect for vulnerable individuals. • Openness to approaching the work through an anti-racist lens, engaging in continuous learning, and putting that learning into practice to support our diverse resident population. • The ability to stay calm in a variety of situations, some of which may be stressful. • Patience and empathy for individuals on their journey to recovery. Skills • Communication: Conveys information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; practices • active listening; engages residents respectfully. • Self-sufficiency and initiative: Assesses, initiates, and completes tasks independently; contributes to the organization's mission and team's goals; researches and pursues professional development opportunities. • Interpersonal relations: Demonstrates cultural sensitivity, interacts with colleagues and residents professionally and respectfully. • Problem-solving: Analyzes situations objectively, generates or researches solutions independently • Quality assurance: Attends to detail, follows standard operating procedures, and consistently produces work of high quality. • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with teams and models collaborative teamwork, takes appropriate action on constructive feedback. • Organizational skills: Manages time effectively; respects deadlines; prioritizes multiple, emerging, and complex demands; demonstrates flexibility. • Crisis management: Identifies situations in the environment that can evolve into a crisis, maintains calm during a crisis, has solid crisis de-escalation skills or is willing to learn specific skills to de-escalate a crisis. • Good judgement: Manages risk and ensures safety of residents independently recognizes and acts on situations requiring intervention by a supervisor or higher authority. EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIRED: • Master's degree in Social Work, LMSW or LCSW certification preferred • A minimum of 1-year experience in Human Services preferred Additional Qualification needed: • Willingness to work with individuals with experiences of mental illness, and substance use. • Compassion and respect for vulnerable individuals. • Patience and understanding for the sometimes-slow process of stabilization and recovery. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED • Familiarity with working in Windows environment • Ability and willingness to learn new systems and application software VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: • Able to read data and documents, including spreadsheets, reports and Electronic Health Records in printed form and on computer screens. • Able to input data into relevant systems • Limited applications of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL EFFORT • Travel in the community. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PURPOSE: Cedar House (Bronx) provides therapeutic and support services to adolescents ages 16-21 who are referred through ACS (Administration for Children's Services) and the Juvenile Justice system. Our residents have experienced significant trauma that often results in behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges. The program offers a robust Independent Living Skills curriculum, including vocational training and educational support, to prepare youth for successful, independent adulthood. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Assistant Program Director supports the Program Director and Clinical Director in providing leadership, ensuring quality service delivery, and maintaining compliance with agency policies and external regulatory standards. The Assistant Program Director is responsible for day-to-day operations, supervision of key staff, and oversight of programmatic systems that promote client safety, well-being, and progress toward independence. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Program Operations & Oversight Oversee daily program operations to ensure a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for youth. Lead weekly team meetings and provide supervision to the Senior Team Leader, Team Leaders, Programming Manager, and Cook. Ensure the physical environment and basic needs (food, hygiene, healthcare, etc.) of youth are met. Monitor and manage census, admissions, group assignments, and discharges. Participate in and oversee intake and case closing processes. Support adherence to program budget and financial guidelines. Staff Development & Supervision Oversee training, onboarding, and ongoing development of direct care staff. Provide coaching and performance feedback to promote professional growth and accountability. Ensure adequate staffing levels and proper shift coverage. Clinical & Programmatic Support Participate in the development and implementation of clinical and recreational programming. Collaborate with clinical team and provide input on service planning. Maintain engagement with community stakeholders, including emergency responders and neighboring organizations. Compliance & Administration Ensure compliance with ACS, OCFS, COFCCA, and agency standards. Monitor documentation practices, including incident reporting and service note accuracy. Serve as a point of escalation for after-hours program concerns (on-call responsibilities). TEAM PROCESS: Participate in intakes, assessments, and discharge planning. Attend and contribute to staff meetings, trainings, and off-site professional development as needed. Communicate clearly and effectively with team members, leadership, and external partners DOCUMENTATION: Review and follow up on incident reports in collaboration with the leadership team. Ensure accurate and timely entry of documentation into electronic records. Maintain compliance with agency and regulatory documentation standards. Additional documentation responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of program leadership and are not limited to the items listed above. CORE COMPETENCIES: Commitment to trauma-informed, youth-centered care. Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills. Cultural competency and ability to work effectively with diverse populations. Effective engagement strategies with youth. Excellent written and verbal communication. Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Valid driver's license and willingness to operate agency vehicles. EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Social Work(MSW) required; license preferred. ( A master's degree in a closely related field may be considered based on relevant experience.) Minimum 5 years of experience in children's mental health or child welfare; residential adolescent experience strongly preferred. At least 2 years of supervisory experience. Strong communication skills and ability to lead diverse teams. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CONNECTIONS and electronic medical record systems preferred. Familiarity with telemental health platforms is a plus. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of electronic medical systems or CONNECTIONS preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Word Aptitude for learning new systems and application software Experience with telemental health platforms a plus. WORK ENVIORNMENT/PHYSICAL EFFORT: Travel in the community with residents utilizing agency vehicle Engage in physical activities with the youth Walk up and downs stairs. VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXTIERTY: The candidate should be able to read paper and electronic documents and perform significant data entry into various computer programs. If you join us, you'll have these great benefits: Generous time off in addition to paid agency holidays and 15 sick days Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness Free continuing education opportunities 403(b) retirement benefits and a pension Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation 24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program Life and disability insurance Diversity, equity, and inclusion working groups that are available for you to join, including Confronting Structural Racism (COR), Coalition Against Anti-Semitism (CAAS), and the LGBTQ Steering Committee Who we are: The Jewish Board delivers innovative, high-quality, and compassionate mental health and social services to over 45,000 New Yorkers each year. We are unique in serving everyone from infants and their families to children, teens, and adults. We are proud to employ and serve people of all religions, races, cultural backgrounds, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams to help support our mission, and we strongly encourage candidates from historically marginalized backgrounds to apply to work with us. More on Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Pay Type Salary 87,000 USD

PURPOSE: The purpose of a Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) Therapist in Preventive Service Department is to provide the TST model for families with child(ren) (ages 5 and over) who are impacted by trauma and there may be risk for foster care placement. The Preventive Services Department provides child welfare services using Evidence Based models to ensure that families are able to provide safe environments for their children, keep children safe in their homes and reduce the need for foster care. Prevention is an essential part of the child welfare continuum and requires a commitment to the wellbeing of all members of a client family. All services are provided in a family's home and community. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Therapist works with families to assess their needs, develop intervention plans, and deliver therapy sessions that are tailored to the family's unique circumstances. They collaborate with other service providers to ensure a comprehensive approach to the family's care. The therapist also plays a crucial role in monitoring the family's progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary, and working towards successful case closure. The Therapist is a key figure in helping families overcome challenges, strengthen relationships, and create a safe and nurturing environment for children within the child welfare system. The Therapist provides all services in a client's home and community. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide Child Welfare Preventive Services exclusively or primarily within the client's home and community Learn and implement the TST model Improve caregiver-child relationship as a way to restore the child's functioning Integrate case management services with an assigned evidence base model to help families meet their basic needs to promote stability and reduce stress Collaborate and coordinate services with all providers working with the family to ensure the family's needs are adequately being addressed Identify and evaluate risk Conduct assessments including review of referral information, identify and engage key participants, identify strengths and weaknesses and collaboratively develop goals. Engage caregivers and other key participants in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement. Provide services exclusively or primarily within the client's home and community. Adhere to the fidelity of the model. Work within the model's structure, regarding length of treatment, case contacts, interventions, supervision, and documentation. Participate in consultations with the model developer. Audio/video record sessions for training and supervision purposes. Maintain clear and concise documentation in CNNX case record including progress notes of treatment efforts and Family Services Assessment Plans, enter data into PROMIS; prepare reports to Probation if required Work a hybrid schedule based on program needs Comfortable with group supervision and commitment to work on professional development goals to improve adherence Work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of families Outreach to generate referrals for program Work with a team to meet client, program, and division needs Additional tasks as assigned CORE COMPETENCIES: Basic social work knowledge and understanding of stages of change Ability to provide in home therapy and child welfare services Ability to establish a strong therapeutic relationship with families. Understanding of the use of family therapy principals to provide services Understanding of early childhood development and related theories and models of practice Strong Assessment skills to evaluate dynamics and interactions within the family Ability to Implement strategies to improve family communication and support EDUCATIONAL/TRAINING REQUIRED: Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy or a related subject area. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/LANGUAGE PREFERENCE: Bilingual/Bicultural preferred Experience working in the client's home. Experience working in a Child Welfare, JJI, or Adolescent Focused program. Experience and /or knowledge of Evidence-Based Models, Motivational Interviewing and Solution- Focused work. Experience of working within diverse communities. Direct practice with families Computer Skills Required: Knowledge of Microsoft office required Knowledge and experience with the Connections system preferred Work Environment / Physical Effort: To perform the essential functions of this job the candidate must be able to travel within New York City carrying equipment such as a notebook, forms, laptop, mobile hotspot and cell phone weighing up to approximately 10 pounds. Risks/hazards associated with the position are those which may be encountered travelling around New York City and interfacing with clients experiencing an acute mental health crisis or serious emotional disturbance. Position is currently hybrid but can become 100% in person based on program need. If you join us, you'll have these great benefits: Generous paid time off in addition to paid agency holidays and 15 sick days Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness Free continuing education opportunities 403(b) retirement benefits and a pension Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation 24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program Life and disability insurance Diversity, equity, and inclusion working groups that are available for you to join, including Confronting Structural Racism (COR), Coalition Against Anti-Semitism (CAAS), and the LGBTQ Steering Committee Who we are: The Jewish Board delivers innovative, high-quality, and compassionate mental health and social services to over 45,000 New Yorkers each year. We are unique in serving everyone from infants and their families to children, teens, and adults. We are proud to employ and serve people of all religions, races, cultural backgrounds, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams to help support our mission, and we strongly encourage candidates from historically marginalized backgrounds to apply to work with us. More on Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Job Details Job Family Clinical Staff [300s] Pay Type Salary 61,440 USD

Purpose: Care Management is a service that helps children with chronic physical or emotional issues obtain and utilize the medical, social and community services they need to get and stay healthy. Care Coordinators learn all they can about the child and family's unique needs. They work with other care providers to develop a plan of care and help members determine and take the actions needed to make and keep appointments, adhere to medications, obtain educational and health advocacy, and access benefits. Position Overview: The Social Work Supervisor will not only oversee the coordination of services for children with chronic medical and/or behavioral health conditions, but also provide hands-on support to the families we serve. The role involves converting cases from Outreach to Enrollment and managing a small caseload of children with high-risk behaviors. The Social Work Supervisor role is pivotal in connecting children and families to the services needed to stay as healthy as possible and avoid unnecessary trips to the emergency room. In collaboration with the care coordination team, the Social Work Supervisor will assist with completing risks and needs assessments, developing person-centered care plans, scheduling, and tracking appointments, educating members, and coordinating other aspects of members' health and community services. The role will require some evening availability and on-call coverage. As this is an evolving program, additional responsibilities will be added. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides regularly scheduled weekly supervision to care management staff members of the NYC team, and Staten Island as needed. Provides administrative oversight to ensure compliance with TJB, DOH, and CBC standards. Monitors service provision, referrals, and census data to maintain program effectiveness. Manages billing processes, utilizing both electronic and manual systems, to ensure accuracy and timeliness of documentation and assessment completion. Oversees and completes outreach, enrollments, discharge processes, and decisions in alignment with program protocols. Manages caseload of high-risk cases to ensure that appropriate continuity of care is provided. Ensures follow-up on quality assurance activities including corrective action, client satisfaction surveys, and audits. Monitors and addresses high-risk incidents promptly in accordance with organizational policies. Conducts community outreach, fostering strong linkage relationships with service providers. Participates in network/coalition meetings. Covers for the Director in his/her absence. CORE COMPETENCIES for the position include: Expertise in Mental Health: Knowledge of severe mental illness and serious emotional disturbance. Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Ability to assess complex situations and implement effective interventions. Trauma-Informed Care: Delivers services with sensitivity to trauma and cultural considerations, incorporating an anti-oppressive lens. Proactive Engagement: Continuously monitors client needs and actively facilitates engagement. Relationship Building: Strengthens connections with individuals, families, and communities through meaningful interactions. Empowerment & Strength-Based Approach: Identifies and leverages individual, family, and community strengths to promote resilience. Intervention Development & Adaptation: Designs, evaluates, and modifies interventions to achieve measurable outcomes. Documentation & Compliance: Accurately records assessments, plans, and interventions to maintain service quality. EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIRED (List all that is required to achieve this position): • Licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT) in a Behavioral Health or related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIRED / LANGUAGE PREFERENCE (List what the desire to reach goals): A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle (preferred); A valid NYS ID for all boroughs. A minimum of three years of related experience with the target population is required to work with Children. Experience working in interdisciplinary teams; experience providing care management or care coordination in a medical or behavioral health environment; experience working with the chronically ill. Excellent written communication, verbal communication and customer service skills Fluency in a second language such as Spanish, Mandarin, or Russian is preferred but not mandatory COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED (List the computer skills needed): Intermediate computer proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office, and ability to learn electronic health records and other software as required. VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: Ability to read/input data and documents, including spreadsheets, reports and Electronic Health Records in printed form and on computer screens Able to input data into various agency and city/state electronic health records Limited applications of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to conduct significant data entry and record keeping required WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL EFFORT The work environment varies from office-based interaction with co-workers and members (20-40% of the time) to serving members in their homes and in other community settings (e.g. hospitals, clinics, benefit offices) 60%-80% of the time. While the offices of the Jewish Board are accessible in accordance with the ADA, the sites to which staff may need to travel may or may not be. To perform the essential functions of this job, the candidate must be able to travel within New York City carrying equipment such as a notebook, forms, laptop, mobile hotspot and cell phone weighing up to approximately 10 pounds. To perform the essential functions of this job, the candidate is routinely required to sit (30% of the time), stand (35% of the time), and travel to and from appointments using varied public and private transportation options (35% of the time). Risks/hazards associated with the position are those which may be encountered traveling around New York City. Frequent travel throughout NYC. If you join us, you'll have these great benefits: Generous time off in addition to paid agency holidays and 15 sick days Affordable and high-quality medical/dental/vision plans Tuition assistance and educational loan forgiveness Free continuing education opportunities 403(b) retirement benefits and a pension Flexible spending accounts for health and transportation 24/7 Accessible Employee Assistance Program Life and disability insurance Diversity, equity, and inclusion working groups that are available for you to join, including Confronting Structural Racism (COR), Coalition Against Anti-Semitism (CAAS), and the LGBTQ Steering Committee Who we are: The Jewish Board delivers innovative, high-quality, and compassionate mental health and social services to over 45,000 New Yorkers each year. We are unique in serving everyone from infants and their families to children, teens, and adults. We are proud to employ and serve people of all religions, races, cultural backgrounds, gender expressions, and sexual orientations. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams to help support our mission, and we strongly encourage candidates from historically marginalized backgrounds to apply to work with us. More on Equal Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Salary Hiring Min Rate 65,000 USD

A Career at Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, families, and people with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. A career with Little Flower can be rewarding in so many ways. We are looking for conscientious and caring people who are ready to commit to the work of strengthening families and supporting the well-being of children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you're looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we hope you will consider joining our team. About the Role Care Coordination is a service model whereby all of an individual's caregivers communicate and interface so that the patient's needs are addressed in a comprehensive manner. This is done primarily through a "Care Coordinator" who oversees and provides access to all services an individual needs to assure that they receive everything necessary to stay healthy, out of the emergency room and out of the hospital. The Care Coordinator is responsible for the overall provision and coordination of services to their assigned caseload (caseloads will be determined by children's acuity level). The Care Coordinator guides program enrollees and their caregivers through the health care system by assisting with access, developing relationships with service providers, and tracking interventions and outcomes. Principle Responsibilities Obtains required enrollment consents from the individual or legal guardian Completes initial and ongoing needs assessments (Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths; CANS) to determine the individual's most appropriate level of care coordination. Responsible for the overall management of the patient's Individualized Plan of Care. Through the creation of an Individual Plan of Care the Care Coordinator is able to: Coordinate the enrollee's provision of services Support adherence to treatment recommendations Monitor and evaluate a patient's needs, including prevention, wellness, medical, behavioral health treatment, care transitions, and social and community services where appropriate. Meets documentation requirements in a timely and accurate manner by effectively utilizing designated Care Coordinator Portal (Medicaid Analytics Performance Portal; MAPP) and Electronic Health Records (EHRs) as needed Maintains required contact with participant and their families and conducts face-to-face support team and/or family meetings as required Functions as an advocate for clients within the agency and with external service providers Promotes wellness and prevention by linking enrollees with resources and services based on their individual needs and preferences Effectively communicates and shares information with the individual and their families and other caregivers with appropriate consideration for language, literacy and cultural preferences. Participates in care planning meetings/conferences as an interdisciplinary team member to effectively provide/coordinate comprehensive and holistic care Identifies available community-based resources and actively manages appropriate referrals, access, engagement, follow-up and coordination of services In the event of hospital admissions, actively engages in the discharge planning process ensuring that the patient has all recommended post discharge services in place prior to discharge Arranging appointments, transportation, and interpreter services when needed Accompany the child to appointments as needed Conducting follow-up activities to ensure appointments are kept. Attends and participates in ongoing staff development trainings to enhance skills needed to effectively meet the demands of the Care Coordinator position Other duties as assigned as the program is implemented and develops Special Qualifications Working knowledge of the provision of health care in a variety of settings. Ability to work directly with a diverse population consisting of Severely Emotionally Disturbed (SED), Medically Fragile (Med F), Developmentally Disabled (DD), Division of Juvenile Justice Computer Literacy (specifically Microsoft Word, Excel) Excellent telephone and interpersonal skills Ability to work directly with a diverse multidisciplinary team Willingness and ability to travel to assigned operational areas/facilities. Ability to be flexible with programmatic needs and changes Capable of effective clear direct communication with others (oral and written) Proven time management abilities, including meeting deadlines, ensuring compliance with agency policy and procedures, and overseeing complete and timely maintenance of agency records. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors of Arts or Science with two years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: A Master's Degree with one year of relevant experience or Registered Nurse with two years of relevant experience Travel Requirements & Locations This position is located in Wading River with some travel throughout Long Island. A valid NYS Driver's License if using personal vehicle or agency vehicle to drive on agency business. *****Salary will commensurate with experience & skills Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences.

Position Title: Regional Coordinator Reports to: Director of Supportive Visitation Services Broad Function: Provide programmatic oversight of operations. I: CORE VALUES Demonstrates awareness of biases, internalized racial superiority and oppression. Leads with a racial equity lens and actively uses the racial equity tool in meaningful ways, Contributes to valuable and positive cultural humility transformation in individuals, organizations, and social systems to actively progress across the antiracist multicultural institution continuum. Demonstrates cultural humility through an awareness of and sensitivity towards Agency's clients' and coworkers' cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. Committed to the value of a nurturing family as the ideal environment for a child and believes in the capacity of people to grow and change. Works from a strength-based perspective. Recognizes that consumers come first and responds to consumers appropriately. Knows and adheres to all FC Policies and Procedures Participates in a QI subcommittee and keeps abreast of and adheres to QI policies and procedures. II: PROFESSIONALISM: 1. Values and participates in the Team as a proactive member. 2. Respects others' professional opinions and tolerates a range of feelings. 3. Able to give and receive constructive criticism. 4. Willing to take on extra work as needed (i.e. when there is a vacancy). III: SUPERVISION: Attends supervision consistently and comes prepared. Able to receive feedback and learn from it. Has insight about self (i.e., strengths and weaknesses) and utilizes that knowledge towards growth and change. IV: LEADERSHIP: Regional Coordinator Responsibilities Maintains and/or develops expertise in the SVS model. Assists Director with facilitation of team meetings, assignment of cases, and coordination of additional program functions. Oversees Visitation Aides Maintains Visit Aides weekly schedules, ensures Visit Aides job duties are complete, meets with staff for supervision, etc. Oversee on-site and community visit schedules. Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with families that is culturally sensitive, utilizing family's preferred language considering a family's faith and culture. Ensures the environment for parent-child contact is safe, non-traumatizing, and promotes healthy attachment. Creates an environment that empowers family members, including parents, children, and caregivers to communicate their goals and needs. Utilizes various interviewing and/or communication techniques in a culturally competent manner. Recognizes non-verbal communication and maintains good eye contact and posture. Advocates for parents/families as necessary and supports them in advocating for themselves. Facilitates and co-facilitates on-boarding and staff training, as specified alongside the Program Director, Associate Director, supervising therapeutic visitation specialists, and Supervising supportive visitation specialists. Support the screening process to ensure that referrals are appropriate and the availability of visitation staff. Track and ensure all vehicle maintenance is completed and up to date for fleet in collaboration with supervising therapeutic visitation specialists & supervising supportive visitation specialists in accordance with vehicle policies and procedures. Confirms appropriate car seat inventory. Be an active, positive stakeholder in the communication feedback loop among administration, supervising visitation specialists, and all direct service staff. Support a positive relationship between service and administration that is balanced with accountability, positive morale, and support. Provide on-site support during work hours and intervene as needed/when staff require support. Support staff's facilitation of Visit Planning Meetings and track VPM occurrence to ensure fidelity to the model. Track completion of caregiver surveys, assist staff with scheduling as needed. Track referrals and maintain waitlist. Facilitating communication with respective RDS regarding waitlists and assignment of cases. Assist with case assignment and case transfers. Initiates and maintains ongoing communication with DCP&P, other providers, and supports. Assist with purchasing program supplies, following protocol outlined by finance team. Support the Program Director & Associate Director ensuring Medicaid billing is timely and complete. Share on-call responsibilities with leadership. Regularly attend chosen sub-committee. Perform other duties as assigned. V: DIRECT SERVICE Provides therapeutic visitation services for part time caseload (see full therapeutic visitation specialist job description) and provides coverage for visitation services when needed. SPECIFICATIONS: Education & Experience: Candidates must possess a master's degree in social work or related field (e.g. counseling) and a valid license (LSW or LAC). LCSW or LPC, with clinical supervision certification is preferred. Preferred candidates will have at least 1 year in the mental health field, including at least 1 year experience working with children and families, particularly families involved in the child welfare system and and/or affected by trauma. Valid New Jersey driver's license, safe driving record, and vehicle availability are required. Knowledge: Knowledge of the child welfare system, community resources, social services, and mental health systems. Knowledge of appropriate therapeutic interventions in crisis and non-crisis situations. Knowledge of trauma and its effect on children and families. Experience/willingness to work with culturally diverse populations. General understanding of the presentation of mental health diagnoses and substance use disorders. Operates from a trauma-informed perspective. Skills and Abilities: Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage numerous responsibilities and people simultaneously. Ability to multi-task. Ability to utilize de-escalation techniques and support staff. Effective human relations skills with the ability to function in a team environment and be fair, respectful, considerate and inclusive. Effective oral and written communication skills. Excellent computer skills with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and/or electronic health record systems. Professional Characteristics: Open, warm, empathic, attentive listener, self-aware, ethical, creative, organized, flexible, open to constructive feedback, patient, responsible, able to work independently, mature, self-motivated, dedicated, enthusiastic, willing to take on additional tasks and responsibilities, interested in seeking additional training and skills. Salary Range : $70,000 - $75,000 Vacation & Benefits: Vacation: As a full-time employee working generally 35 hours per week, you will be eligible to participate in the Family Connections group benefit plans. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, retirement plans, and additional supplementary benefits. Yes, you can elect to not enroll into these benefits. You will also be eligible to accrue vacation, personal, and sick days in addition to 12 paid holidays, and summer wellness Fridays. Benefits also include professional development assistance, referral program, internal/external trainings, Capella University partnership, 403b retirement plan with employer matching (3% max) (you can enroll in your 403b without a waiting period) , employer-paid life insurance, employer paid Long-term Disability (LTD) insurance, employer paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, etc. Work Environment/Physical Demands: The individual must possess the ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and lifting of up to or in excess of 50 pounds. Family Connections is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to excellence. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age veteran status, or sexual orientation or other protected classes under the State and Federal law. Powered by JazzHR YITFZnw8MM

About Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a human services nonprofit supporting the well-being of children, youth, families, and individuals across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 builds well-being by providing prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, and medical and mental health services. Summary : Directs the Foster Boarding Home Mental Health Department Maintains overall functioning, revenue cycle management and efficiency of trauma-informed, evidence based clinical services for children in foster care and Other Licensed Practitioner - Other Therapy (OT) Principle Responsibilities: Provides individual clinical and administrative supervision to MH Administrators, psychotherapists, and social work interns, and co-facilitates group supervision. Contribute to the overall oversight of FBH Mental Health Department. Works with the foster care team. Ensures all Clinical Staff submit departmental documentation/reports that are audit ready. Represents Clinical Staff in meetings (i.e., Adoption, Red Flag, etc.) and agency trainings Supervises the VFCA Manage Care Liaisons and Administrative Assistant and oversees program revenue cycle management. Acts as a liaison and point of contact for Unit Consultant, contracted psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, casework team, and external providers. Collaborates with HCM team and oversees and completes LPHA forms, Complex Trauma Assessments, and other specialized assessments. Provides consultation, individual, family, and group therapy to children, adolescents, and their families in or discharged from foster care, as needed. Provides collateral contact with foster parents, birth parents, medical staff, casework staff, home finding staff, and city and state youth agencies to support clients' needs. Utilizes evidence-based models as indicated by supervisor. Participates in evidence-based practice trainings and consultation calls when offered. Completes annual and initial mental health screenings including associated rating scales in collaboration with other members of the team. Submits signed, typed progress notes and reports in a timely manner through our Electronic Health Record. Required documentation includes screenings, progress notes, intake, quarterly, termination reports, and individualized comprehensive treatment plans. Responsible also for editing all supervisees' reports and ensuring they are submitted in a timely manner and that the charts are audit ready. Reviews all supervisees' progress notes for quality assurance, determine if notes qualify as billable and approves on the task list for billing. Provide a minimum of 7 billable encounter-based hours/week. Monitors and supports the productivity of billable OLP and OLHRS encounter-based hours for program. Ensures all referrals for evaluations are completed in a timely manner including completing or delegating completion of face sheets once a psychosocial is received from case planning staff. Oversees referrals and scheduling of appointments for psychological and psychiatric evaluations (including requests for special rate, higher level of care, Supportive Housing, Health Homes and CFTSS/HCBS) and sends to the SVP of MH and Medical Services for approval. Ensures and oversees evaluations and DPS-017B forms are submitted to FP payroll in a timely fashion and that special/exceptional rates are up-to-date by collaborating with Secretary and FP Payroll staff. Collaborates with MH Administrators in scheduling and facilitating Unit Meetings with Case Planning Supervisors and completes any necessary follow-up as a result of these meetings. Submits IT/IS requests to continuously enhance the agency EHR. Adapts to job description changes with the ongoing transition to managed care. Oversees intake and annual MH screens for all children in foster care Prepare for outside audits and completes Corrective Action Plans for the FBH Mental Health department. Plays an important role in developing/enhancing programs internally and externally Typical work activities include: Ensures all documentation and reports are processed in a timely manner by Clinical Staff. Follows-up on recommendations from unit meetings, psychological evaluations and psychiatric evaluations, and the children's progress towards treatment goals. Other duties, including occasional on-call responsibilities, as assigned. Qualifications: NYS LCSW, LCSW-R, or Licensed Psychologist (Psy.D. or Ph.D.) and administrative experience required Excellent computer skills required Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required Experience with Trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy models preferred Experience with children under 5 preferred (we support children 0-22 years old placed in foster care) Child welfare experience preferred. Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus, but not required. SIFI certified is also preferred, but if not, applicant can obtain SIFI certification once part of the team. Certification in/use of Evidence Based models preferred. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Qualifications: Minimum of a High School Diploma required w/ a minimum of 2 years' professional administrative office experience or AA degree or some college in business administration w/ a minimum of one-year related experience. Must have knowledge of Microsoft office to include Excel, Power Point, Email, etc. Additionally, this role requires a valid driver's license, and strong communication skills with the ability to prioritize tasks. Character Traits Demonstrates fidelity to the agency's service values and organizational imperatives; High work ethic and professional demeanor; Professional in communication, appearance with strong writing skills; Reliable with ability to work independently and effectively to meet administrative needs of program/ organization. Job Description The office manager, is responsible for organizing all of the administrative activities that facilitate the smooth running of an office. This includes the organizing of people, information, documents/ data and other resources. Individual must make sure that office equipment is maintained, relevant records are up to date and that all administration processes work effectively. In addition, individual must have knowledge of education/employment programming. Key Duties Demonstrates fidelity to the agency's service values and organizational imperatives; Assist with and maintain the administrative department in terms of organization and aesthetics. Support Program Director and staff as needed with document submission, scheduling and training. Implement efficient filing systems; ensure filing systems are maintained and current while safeguarding all data in terms of security, integrity and confidentiality. Submits MOPs for resident movement, in accordance with mandate and updates associated documentation, as well as other legal document submission on behalf of Permanency Planner Assist Program Director w/ preparation for site visits/ audits; ensure all program materials (daily logs, communication logs, search and contraband log, fire drill log, incident reports, etc. are reviewed and accurate. Organize orientation and training of all staff members, i.e. prepare sign in sheet, make staff aware of training dates and times, coordinate the space and food items as directed by Unit Director. Collaborate with Recreation Coordinator for resident birthday celebrations/ holiday planning. Correspond with DJJ liaisons and submit monthly reports to include meal census, search indicators, meus, PREA, etc. Perform a variety of errands for program/ resident needs and related office managerial tasks. Responds to/ directs calls to appropriate staff/department with respect to resident youth location. Establish and monitor procedures for record keeping, i.e. office supplies, medical supplies, food Maintain schedules, appointments and bookings, to include court hearings, FTC, etc.. Confirms reservations for use of social service/ other departmental meeting areas, as needed. Create and prepare weekly menu in conjunction with ACS standards and requirements. Purchase food for program needs and maintain log and receipts for reconciliation. NSD Office Manager is also assigned as the primary cook for program. Assist in the recruitment of new staff, submit proper documentation to HR for new staff and follow up w/ new candidates in terms of required documentation. Attend all training/meetings (external and internal) as recommended/assigned. All other duties as assigned by program leadership.

Job Title: Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist - Enhanced Family Foster Care Classification: Contractor (flexible hours, remote or hybrid with an office in the 630 Flushing Avenue Brooklyn location or option to use private office) $100 for a 45 min med review including indirect time, $120 if an AIMS is administered. $275-300 for a psychiatric evaluation. Additional time will be prorated. Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a not-for-profit charity serving children, families, and individuals with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island. Our staff of over 600 people provide caring and professional services to nearly 2,000 people every year. Since 1930, Little Flower has been committed to improving the lives and well-being of those we serve by providing foster boarding home care, residential treatment care and where appropriate, adoption. Our work focuses on strengthening the family so that they can provide a safe nurturing environment for raising children and to overcome a myriad of obstacles that threaten a child's safety. Summary Job Description: The contracted child and adolescent psychiatrist will work in collaboration with the team to ensure high quality clinical services and provide up to 15 hours/week of trauma-informed, child-centered psychiatric evaluation and medication management for children placed in foster care, as well as providing timely documentation, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings to recommend behavioral supports, such as care management, crisis intervention, and individual and group psychotherapy. Other responsibilities may include case reviews, participating in training, and consultation with other team members. Principal Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children and youth placed in foster care. On a case-to-case basis, optionally provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for youth up to one-year post-discharge from foster care. Analyze the psychosocial information shared by the team, past psychiatric and psychological evaluations, medical histories and physical examinations, and mental health screenings, as well as direct observation and interviews, and include a written report including diagnosis in the electronic health record. Provide recommendations for appropriate treatments and supports (i.e., psychotherapy, care management, home and community based services, special rate, higher level of care, and supportive housing). Psychiatric consultation and assessment on an emergency basis: conduct an urgent assessment of a youth when discharged from the hospital, or in crisis to assist treatment team in preventing hospitalization, or to aid in developing an action plan with the treatment team. Provides timely paperwork in compliance with ACS, DOH, OCFS and COA requirements. Assess whether medications are warranted. Provide medication management, as needed, and continue to assess and adjust medications. For youth who are psychiatrically hospitalized, the psychiatrist communicates with the treatment team to consult about planning and post discharge plans. Meet (option of virtually) with parents to obtain informed consent, as needed. Support the Sanctuary Model commitments and tools: safety plans, community meetings, psycho-educational groups, team meetings, red flag reviews, treatment planning conferences (or similar), and self-care to create a non-violent and trauma-sensitive culture. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: MD or DO license/NY State Board Certification or Board Eligible in Psychiatry - Child/Adolescent Psychiatry preferred. Experience working with children, adolescents, and families. Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based, youth development and trauma-informed perspective. Must be willing to learn the ACS consent policy for the use of psychiatric medications for children and youth in placement and LFCS models of practice including youth and family development. Demonstrated excellence in verbal, written, organization and prioritization skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a fast-paced milieu setting. Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position.

Summary Job Description If you are passionate about working with/for vulnerable youth and families, implementing evidence-based models of treatment and care, we have a professional opportunity for you! The MST Coach is a specialized Case Planner role with a concentration of the MST-FIT model of service. Working within the social service department, the Coach supports youth and families, along with department staff by wrapping services to ensure successful discharge. MST-FIT ( Multi-systemic Therapy/Family Integrated Transition ) Coach Perform case management responsibility to the youth using the MST approach. Performs all activities and administrative tasks associated with handling a caseload in keeping with all ACS and OCFS regulations. Field work that sometimes requires you to drive residents in your vehicle. Occasional evening hours are required for parent conferences and home visits. About St. John's Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John's has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John's is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Principal Responsibilities Demonstrates fidelity to the agency's service values and organizational imperatives. Provides aftercare support to cases transitioning to trial discharge, using MST-FIT model of treatment/ therapy. As necessary, provides additional support to cases transitioning from trial discharge MST-FIT to return to placement Provides crisis intervention and conflict resolution to youths and their families throughout the week, to include evenings/weekends as required but minimally on a consistent rotation schedule. Conducts virtual and in person sessions to resident youth/families. Responsible for, at least, weekly documentation to include case, collateral and other contacts w/I 48 hours of occurrence. Ensures on-going support and collaboration across MST and ITM program/ staff on behalf of residents. Prepares and submits MST-FIT engagement court reports for scheduled permanency hearings. Prepares for and attends weekly and other ITM learning community meetings and trainings. Attends monthly/ mandatory trainings to include 7-day ITM, 5-day MST-FIT booster trainings. Responsible to prepare for and attend weekly supervision and MST-FIT group consultations as scheduled. Must prepare for and attend monthly MST-FIT psychiatric consultation as scheduled. Supports the social service department with regard to resident transition by way of MST-FIT model of treatment engagement Required Qualifications and Experience Minimum BSW or related degree required with 2-years of professional experience and some knowledge of child welfare working with at risk youth. Valid NYS Driver's License Professional, mature and dependable with a bias for action. Ability to assess and engage youth and families is critical to the position. Physical ability to travel throughout the community, securing resources and services, while adhering to the MST 120-day targeted length of treatment model. Willingness to adjust schedule as needed to ensure service needs are met. Preferred Qualifications MSW degree with licensure preferred with a minimum of 1- year experience. Former case management experience is a plus. Travel Requirements This position offers a full-time, hybrid/in field schedule and is based in Rockaway and does require home visits and travel to other locations. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. John's Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, families, and people with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. A career with Little Flower can be rewarding in so many ways. We are looking for conscientious and caring people who are ready to commit to the work of strengthening families and supporting the well-being of children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you're looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we hope you will consider joining our team. Summary Job Description Coaches are paired with up to 15 young people and work with each of them from 9th grade (or age 14, if they are disconnected from school) to age 21, regardless of their academic status. Through the course of their work with assigned youth, coaches' general functions include the following: Building relationships with up to 15 young people Provide ongoing social/emotional support to the youth on their caseloads Work 1:1 with young people to develop individualized academic and career development goals based on their interests and strengths and take measurable steps towards their goals Connect young people to quality schools, programs, resources, and opportunities in line with their goals Help young people persist in these settings, navigate any challenges that arise, celebrate successes, and plan/prepare for the next step on their journey Should a youth not be successful in any particular school/program setting, Coaches help young people reflect on the experience and work with them to set new goals and transition to the next opportunity Collaborate with Case Planners, Tutors, Specialists, and foster/birth parents, as needed, to help youth achieve their goals and ensure their overall well-being Connect young people to peer group supports and build positive relationships Ensure young people who are aging out can access and maintain stable, affordable housing and build independent living skills Principle Responsibilities: ACADEMIC Re-engage disconnected youth and help them re-enroll in an academic setting Assess the fit between the young person and their current academic setting and help them transfer into a better-fit high school or high school equivalency (HSE) program, if needed Visit the young person's school/program and build relationships with school staff, review transcripts and academic data, provide educational advocacy, and discuss progress towards graduation/HSE obtainment Ensure young people are attending school and have the supports and resources they need to be successful, such as tutoring, individualized educational plans (IEPs), 504 Plans, or other special accommodations Expose students to post-secondary pathways, such college and/or accredited vocational programs, starting in the 9th grade (or as early as possible) Assist students with post-secondary planning, along with the guidance counselors and/or College Specialists and Career Development Specialists Connect the student to the College Specialist to apply to colleges, opportunity programs, and all forms of financial aid, funding, and scholarships Provide college persistence coaching, including ensuring students are receiving all of the financial and academic supports they need to succeed each semester Assist students with planning for apprenticeship and vocational education paths, as appropriate Collaborate with Case Planners, guidance counselors, Specialists, Tutors, teachers, family members, and caregivers CAREER DEVELOPMENT Assist young people in obtaining working papers, if needed Conduct career exploration activities with young people Assist ALL young people in selecting at least one career development experience each year that is in line with their interests and academic situation/background Work with the young person and Career Development Specialist to identify potential longer-term career pathways based on the young person's interests, strengths, and academic/vocational plans Connect the young person to the Career Development Specialist, if needed, to explore workforce development programs, vocational programs, and for assistance with job applications Connect young people, as needed, to agency-based job readiness and/or internship programs (e.g., YA WORC or the Mentored Internship Program) Provide persistence coaching to young people enrolled in any external program by checking in with them regularly HOUSING AND INDEPENDENT LIVING Ensure that the young person coordinates with a Housing Specialist (and/or Case Planner, if the agency does not have a Housing Specialist) to ensure that all young people's housing applications are submitted as early as possible (by age 19 if their goals is to age out) Accompany the young person to visit supportive housing residences, when needed Help young people move in and obtain furniture Help young people maintain their housing by providing independent living and life skills supports such as budgeting, obtaining a bank account, and advocating with landlords, if needed Minimum Requirements: Qualified applicants for the Coach positions will be required to have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of experience working with at-risk or system-involved young people or an Associate degree and 5+ years of working with at-risk or system-involved young people Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong time-management, organizational skills, and attention to detail Ability to troubleshoot, advocate, and navigate obstacles where there is not always a clear-cut pathway Open to learning how to use and interpret data to inform decision-making Ability to effectively collaborate in team settings and build relationships with external partners Ability to use Motivational Interviewing techniques Ability to use trauma-informed techniques Experience working with vulnerable youth Knowledgeable about youth resources and services Ability to facilitate therapeutic peer groups Competence in planning, organizing, scheduling, case documentation, and strong oral and written communication abilities. Some experience in public relations preferable Must possess strong human relations skills to communicate and work effectively within a culturally diverse work environment and community Valid NYS Driver's License if using personal vehicle or agency vehicle to drive on agency business. Travel Requirements: This position is based in Brooklyn, NY and will be required to travel to all locations to service this population. Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement: With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences.

Job Description If you have a passion for helping those who are underserved, St. John's is a place where you can truly make a difference in the lives of some of the city's most vulnerable. You are the next YDC! St. John's seeks to fill both full-time and per-diem YDC positions across all agency programs. This includes our Richmond Hill, RTC & NSP programs in the borough of Queens as well as Staten Island and Brooklyn, NY. Education: Minimum of a HS diploma or equivalent required w/ prior experience working with youth, preferably in child welfare; Some college preferred. *The position also requires a valid NYS driver's license in good standing Please indicate if seeking full-time or per-diem work & preferred location preference when submitting your resume. Overview of Responsibilities: The Youth Development Counselor (YDC) is the foundation of the agency and provides the oversight, supervision and guidance to the resident youth assigned. Serves as a role model, liaison and mentor while providing daily guidance. The YDC also works in collaboration with social service staff and external service providers to ensure compliance with recommendations/ court orders, as well as ACS/OCFS standards and guidelines. Per-diem status affords flexibility of scheduling and the opportunity to experience for OTJ training to determine if this might be the perfect career path for you. About St. John's Residence for Boys:St. John's is an established child welfare agency serving youth throughout the NYC boroughs. We are located in Rockaway Park, Queens, with two physical work sites dedicated to the oversight, supervision and care of our resident youth. Our agency operates 24-7/, 365-days a year, providing options to accommodate a variety of scheduling needs for our staff.

Job Description A Career at Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, families, and people with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. A career with Little Flower can be rewarding in so many ways. We are looking for conscientious and caring people who are ready to commit to the work of strengthening families and supporting the well-being of children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you're looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we hope you will consider joining our team. Position Summary The Psychotherapist works with children and their families to help them cope with trauma and a range of diagnoses. The Psychotherapist uses individualized treatment plans and a variety of non-medical trauma- informed, evidence-based treatments to support children and youth who are in foster care or who have been in foster care. Psychotherapy may work with the caregiver and child dyad, address thought processes, feelings, and behavior, as well as find healthier ways to deal with, and alleviate stress and symptoms. Position Responsibilities: Conduct weekly or biweekly individual, family, and group psychotherapy sessions with children and families Work collaboratively with birth parents, foster parents, case planning team, medical team, and HCM team to meet treatment goals of children and youth Complete Annual Screenings for children and youth on caseload and as designated by MH Administrators Complete MH Intake Screenings, as requested Complete Complex Trauma Assessments, as requested Complete MH Screening packets at initial intake and quarterly to assess progress in treatment areas Develop appropriate treatment goals, evaluate therapy outcome, and write reports Monitor treatment plans and modify them when needed Collaborate with case-planning staff in providing suggestions for therapeutic interventions with clients Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed models (e.g., CPP, EMDR, TF-CBT, CBT+, PCIT) Participate in individual and group supervision, and evidence-based practice trainings and consultation calls, as needed Concurrently complete progress notes for each session and complete initial treatment plans, quarterly progress reports, and termination summaries Attend Family Team Conferences facilitated by the case planning department and complete Comprehensive Treatment Plans Qualifications: LCSW-R, LCSW, LMSW, or Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) required Experience providing therapy with children under the age of 5 required Experience with evidence-based models (e.g., CPP, TF-CBT, CBT+, EMDR) preferred At least two years of experience with children and families is preferred Experience providing family therapy preferred Ability to establish effective working relationship with supervisors, caseworkers, clerical staff as well as with youth and families Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary treatment team Ability to prepare clear, accurate and comprehensive case reports Strong verbal and written communication and computer skills Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement: With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. A Career at Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, families, and people with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. A career with Little Flower can be rewarding in so many ways. We are looking for conscientious and caring people who are ready to commit to the work of strengthening families and supporting the well-being of children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you're looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we hope you will consider joining our team. Position Summary The Psychotherapist works with children and their families to help them cope with trauma and a range of diagnoses. The Psychotherapist uses individualized treatment plans and a variety of non-medical trauma- informed, evidence-based treatments to support children and youth who are in foster care or who have been in foster care. Psychotherapy may work with the caregiver and child dyad, address thought processes, feelings, and behavior, as well as find healthier ways to deal with, and alleviate stress and symptoms. Position Responsibilities: Conduct weekly or biweekly individual, family, and group psychotherapy sessions with children and families Work collaboratively with birth parents, foster parents, case planning team, medical team, and HCM team to meet treatment goals of children and youth Complete Annual Screenings for children and youth on caseload and as designated by MH Administrators Complete MH Intake Screenings, as requested Complete Complex Trauma Assessments, as requested Complete MH Screening packets at initial intake and quarterly to assess progress in treatment areas Develop appropriate treatment goals, evaluate therapy outcome, and write reports Monitor treatment plans and modify them when needed Collaborate with case-planning staff in providing suggestions for therapeutic interventions with clients Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed models (e.g., CPP, EMDR, TF-CBT, CBT+, PCIT) Participate in individual and group supervision, and evidence-based practice trainings and consultation calls, as needed Concurrently complete progress notes for each session and complete initial treatment plans, quarterly progress reports, and termination summaries Attend Family Team Conferences facilitated by the case planning department and complete Comprehensive Treatment Plans Qualifications: LCSW-R, LCSW, LMSW, or Licensed Psychologist (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) required Experience providing therapy with children under the age of 5 required Experience with evidence-based models (e.g., CPP, TF-CBT, CBT+, EMDR) preferred At least two years of experience with children and families is preferred Experience providing family therapy preferred Ability to establish effective working relationship with supervisors, caseworkers, clerical staff as well as with youth and families Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary treatment team Ability to prepare clear, accurate and comprehensive case reports Strong verbal and written communication and computer skills Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement: With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences.

Summary Job Description: The Permanency Support Supervisor supervises key staff assigned to the area and focuses on promoting the well-being of children in the Permanency Services Program. The supervisor participates in staff meetings and training and coordinates with staff involved in providing Permanency services. About Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a human services nonprofit supporting the well-being of children, youth, families, and individuals across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 builds well-being by providing prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, and medical and mental health services. Principal Responsibilities Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Directly supervises employees as denoted on the Agency Organizational Chart in accordance with federal, state and/or COA requirements. Provides administrative expertise as required. Ensures the accuracy, content, and completeness of documentation and files. Participates in planning, programming, and budgeting of the Permanency Program. Participates in the development of short, intermediate, and long-range plans and goals for the Permanency Program. Participates in the development of Permanency Policies and Procedures. Assists in organizing program meetings. Conducts program orientation and on-the-job training of staff assigned to the unit. Coordinates community resources for the benefit of children/families served by the Permanency Program. Coordinates with provider placement agencies and contractors on the delivery of services to children and families. Refrains from assuming any duty that is unrelated to and/or interferes with the responsibilities of the position. Provides regular supervision and professional development of Agency employees. Advocates, promotes, and practices cultural sensitivity and responsiveness in all day-to-day interactions. Develops, promotes, and practices teamwork in all activities. Ensure compliance with child welfare, OCFS, and federal regulations by applying strong knowledge of permanency policies, ASFA requirements, and all relevant legal standards in day-to-day casework and decision-making. Required Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree in social work or related field from an accredited four-year college or university with 4 years full time child placing experience as a worker or above in a private or state agency. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Familiarity with computers and their capabilities. Knowledge of child welfare policies, especially those related to permanency. Knowledge of OCFS policies, federal regulations, and relevant legal requirements Understanding of ASFA regulations as they relate to foster care youth. Ability to work collaboratively with the team to meet targets, along with a clear understanding of what it takes to accomplish those targets. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in human service or related field with at least 2 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience in the administration of a Permanency Services program or the equivalent. Travel Requirements This position offers a full-time, hybrid/in field schedule and is based in Brooklyn and requires frequent travel across New York City. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Summary Job Description The MST ( Multi-systemic Therapy/Family Integrated Transition ) Supervisor works collaboratively within the social service department providing MST/ITM program with effective implementation of the MST model of treatment. Collaborates with the administrative, case planning, and other staff to address support for the program and residents served. The supervisor is responsible for the clinical and administrative oversight of MST staff and cases. The supervisor understands the requirements and proposed outcomes of the effective delivery of MST services and ensures that the necessary program practices are in place. including overcoming barriers to those practices as needed. About St. John's Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John's has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John's is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Principal Responsibilities Demonstrates fidelity to the agency's service values and organizations imperatives. Attends all MST related trainings as advised, to include orientation, MST-FIT Model, MST Supervisory and MST booster. Supervises and oversees clinical and administrative services for assigned MST Coaches/program. Engages in individual and group supervision, at least weekly, with MST Coaches and other MST support staff to monitor model adherence and to ensure monthly evaluations Attends any/ all other agency/program trainings as recommended/ advised. Responsible for review and feedback of weekly progress note reviews ensuring compliance with OCFS/ACS/stakeholder mandates. Assures availability 24/7 for support to clinical and administrative MST staff for instruction, guidance and conflict resolution. Engages in bi-weekly group supervision with Case Planner Supervisor/Case Planner to discuss permanency progression for reunifications goals. Promotes and educates staff/ stakeholders regarding MST services via workshops/ trainings with youth and their families. Facilitates Family Team Conferences to assist in monitoring cases suitable for referral to MST FIT Services. Manages, assesses and reports data on clinical outcomes and program services practice. Implementation of interventions within/ between systems in the youth's natural ecology that affect or influence the behavior of youth (i.e., family, peer, school, and neighborhood). Attends monthly Apartment Business Meetings to assess/monitor MST-FIT readiness for residents as it relates to the Qualified Residential Treatment Program/other relevant policy. Assumes responsibilities of leadership duties to include interviewing of potential MST staff, completing performance evaluations and holding reporting staff accountable for performance and compliance. Direct use of pragmatic family therapies to include, Individual therapy with adolescents/ adults using cognitive behavioral techniques, marital therapy using behaviorally based approaches, behavioral therapy targeting school behavior and academic performance. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience Master's degree in related field, preferably counseling, human services or psychology and at least 1-year of supervisory experience. Prior MST knowledge and/or experience. Knowledge and experience of child welfare; Experience with at risk youth in a residential or other setting Ability to assess and engage youth and family is critical Significant clinical experience in treating serious antisocial behavior in youth. Prior experience with group facilitation and training. Mature and professional Ability to supervise and oversee all aspects of the MST program model and staff Highly ethical and responsible, assumes ownership of the program's success or otherwise. Leads by example. Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills. Ability to prioritize and multi-task. Preferred Qualifications Former case management experience is a plus. Travel Requirements This position offers a full-time, hybrid/in field schedule and is based in Rockaway and does require home visits and travel to other locations. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. John's Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

A Career at Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, families, and people with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. A career with Little Flower can be rewarding in so many ways. We are looking for conscientious and caring people who are ready to commit to the work of strengthening families and supporting the well-being of children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you're looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we hope you will consider joining our team. Summary Job Description: We are hiring for full-time or part-time Case Aides. Case Aides will work in partnership with the foster Care program as an integral member of the treatment team to provide direct services to families. Must be actively involved with the Case planner's team as well as the families to develop trusting relationships with the families. Work intensely with team in developing and executing goals to assure reunification is achieved, safely and timely. Principle Responsibilities: Demonstrates fidelity to the agency's service values and organizational imperatives. Schedules and assists with coordination of weekly Parenting Time schedules and ensures compliance. Coordinates with Case Planner and develops monthly treatment plan conferences. Attends court proceedings, with Case planners and youth as appropriate. Attends and actively participates in treatment team meetings, discharge conferences and other meetings related to the service plan. Meets with families or youth as needed, but at a minimum twice a month to discuss progress in service engagement or task specific assignments. Enter notes to record all case related events into Connections database. Attends scheduled unit meetings with Supervisor/Director of Foster Care, caseworker, and other support staff, to discuss challenging cases, exchange treatment ideas and receive updates regarding new agency, ACS and OCFS policies, for compliance. Administrative duties to include incident reports, Parenting Time, children's movement of placement and/AWOC status. Attends school conferences and IEP meetings. Engages with parents during home assessments, treatment team and final discharge conferences. Provides support to parents, Case planning team and the children in care. Attends required training sessions at ACS, OCFS and the agency. Attends transitional meetings for new intakes to prepare for engagement with the family. Completes new admission documentation/ protocol. Obtain medical consents from parents. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Good knowledge of the principles and practices of social casework. Good knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations governing the care and treatment of children. Experience related to services to families and children, preferably medical or child welfare related Very good written and verbal communication skills in order to effectively provide direction and counseling to clients and maintain all required documentation. Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients, relatives, and other individuals and to obtain and verify information needed through interviews and investigation. Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive case records and to reach logical conclusions based on pertinent regulations and information. Minimum Requirements: A High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 1-year experience; knowledge of child welfare system preferred. Travel Requirements: This position is located in Brooklyn, NY with some travel to other boroughs. A Valid NYS Driver's License if using personal vehicle or agency vehicle to drive on agency business. *** This is an hourly position, salary will be commensurate with experience and education Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement: With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences.

We are currently seeking two full-time trainers to join our Foster Care team. One will specialize in Staff Development and the second will specialize in Foster Parent training. Summary Job Description The Trainer supports agency-wide learning initiatives that strengthen workforce capability, regulatory compliance, and staff readiness for complex, youth-serving environments. This role designs, delivers, and evaluates training aligned to Little Flower's competency framework, programmatic standards, and regulatory requirements from OCFS, ACS, COA, and state/federal labor rules. The Trainer plays a critical role in developing employee skills in trauma-informed practice, safety, professional conduct, supervisory fundamentals, documentation accuracy, and performance management across programs, including Residential Treatment Center, Foster Care, Preventive, and Administrative Services. About Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a human services nonprofit supporting the well-being of children, youth, families, and individuals across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 builds well-being by providing prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, and medical and mental health services. Principal Responsibilities Facilitate high-quality instructor-led and virtual training sessions for all staff, including onboarding, annual refresher requirements, and specialized program training. Build learning modules grounded in adult learning theory and aligned to the Little Flower competencies. Delivery required training (e.g., Mandated Reporter, OCFS-required modules, HIPAA/FERPA, crisis intervention refreshers, documentation standards, performance management). Adapt content to diverse learner groups across youth care, clinical, administrative, and supervisory staff. Develop and update training decks, facilitator guides, e-learning modules, assessments, and job aids. Ensure all materials meet regulatory requirements and reflect current agency policy, COA standards, and OCFS directives. Maintain the agency's learning library and work with cross-functional partners to ensure content accuracy. Track all training attendance, completions, and certifications within ADP and internal tracking grids. Support documentation for COA, OCFS, ACS, DOH, and internal audits, including session attestations, rosters, and test results. Identifygaps in compliance training and escalate risks promptly. Conduct training needs assessments with program leaders todeterminerequired learning solutions. Collect, analyze, and report survey data and training metrics to support continuous improvement. Use evaluation results to refine training content and delivery methods. Partner with HR, Quality Assurance, Program Leadership, and Compliance to align training with agency initiatives, regulatory updates, and performance trends. Participate in agency committees, workgroups, and initiatives related to workforce development and organizational culture. Required Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Social Work, Psychology, or related field Minimum three years of training, workforce development, or program facilitation experience TRIPP-trained and familiar with all regulations related to foster parent training. Trained in NTDC, sothey canassistin delivering training to prospective and current foster parents. LGBT-QAI+ trained, so they canassistin delivering training to prospective and certified foster parents. Knowledgeable about foster home regulations and the certification requirements for foster homes. Demonstrated experience delivering content in behavioral health, child welfare, education, social services, or similar environments Strong facilitation skills with diverse audiences and levels Proficient in Microsoft Office, LMS or HRIS learning modules, and virtual training platforms Strong written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in trauma-informed care, crisis prevention, de-escalation, youth care, or foster care environments Familiarity with OCFS, ACS, COA, and New York State regulatory training requirements Experience creating multimedia content (videos, e-learning, microlearning) Bilingual Spanish. Travel Requirements This position offers a full-time, hybrid schedule and is based in Brooklyn and requires travel to Wading River and New York City, and other locations when needed. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee; their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

A Direct Support Professional works with clients in a residential treatment setting and is responsible for ensuring that those portions of the treatment plan, which deal with day-to-day and independent living skills, are implemented. Acting as a positive role model and providing therapeutic services, the Direct Support Professional is charged with the fundamental responsibility of the client's health and safety. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Responsible for day by day care of the clients in the program including supervision of personal hygiene, social guidance, use of leisure time, and food planning and preparation. • Develop, supervise and run activity sessions • Accompany clients on trips and outings and supervise activities • May be called upon to work one on one with a client who is displaying significant stress or assist with management issues as they relate to clients. • Accompany the client to medical, social or other necessary appointments • Shares their experience and observation of the client under care with the treatment team and immediately brings to the attention of the supervisor any unusual issues • May be required to cook/prepare meals for residents within their division • Other assigned duties as assigned Team Process: • Participates in weekly team meetings • Participates in regular staff meetings and trainings. May be asked to travel to offsite meetings and trainings Documentation: • Completes regular and timely documentation of all resident interactions, including progress and informational notes in the respective electronic records • Coordinate and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team • Complete incident reports as appropriate following an incident CORE COMPETENCIES: • Willingness to work with residents living with the impact of trauma and experience mental health challenges • Compassion and respect for vulnerable individuals • Patience and understanding for the sometimes slow process of stabilization and recovery • Excellent youth engagement skills • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Attention to detail EDUCATIONAL / TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: • High School diploma or Equivalency is required. • Driver's License preferred but not required in all programs. COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIREMENTS: • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Word • Aptitude for learning new systems and application software WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL EFFORT: • Travel in the community with residents utilizing agency vehicle if cleared to do so. • Engage in physical activities with the residents VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXTERITY: The candidate should be able to read paper and electronic documents and perform significant data entry into various computer programs. Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to travel independently using public transportation. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

A Career with Little Flower Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, families, and people with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. A career with Little Flower can be rewarding in so many ways. We are looking for conscientious and caring people who are ready to commit to the work of strengthening families and supporting the well-being of children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you're looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we hope you will consider joining our team. Family Advocate The Family Enrichment Center is seeking a Family Advocate for a Family Enrichment Center (FEC) that will be opening in the Bedford Stuyvesant area in Brooklyn. The Family Enrichment Centers are a warm and welcoming community gathering place where any family or individual can come in for support, information, and to participate in and/or lead activities (called “offerings”). Each FEC is a unique to the community's needs, a home-like setting designed with and for community members where they can connect as neighbors, contribute to their community, and support one another. FECs are based on the premise that community members design and drive the FEC's activities or offerings. Principle Responsibilities The Family Enrichment Center (FEC) Family Advocate supports the FEC Director with day-to-day operation of the Family Enrichment Center, while building relationships with community members and organizations. The Family Advocate builds connections using a warm and patient communication style and uses a strengths-based and community-driven approach to organizing and collaborating. Responsibilities include building partnerships with community members and stakeholders, co-designing and delivering relevant offerings, engaging in advocacy, and continual collaboration with the FEC Advisory Board. Work collaboratively with local organizations and community leaders; Develop and nurture collaborative and effective relationships with community stakeholders; Represent the FEC at community events and venues; Interact regularly and frequently with the community members; Facilitate offerings in response to community priorities, needs or interests; Collaborate with the Advisory Board to co-create surveys to understand community interest in offerings; Use Appreciative inquiry and other strength-based tools to engage community members in co-designing offerings; Help community members connect to resources or services the FEC is unable to provide; Advocate for community members to connect participants to relevant resources; Create monthly calendars, website content, and other outreach tools to promote and document offerings; Engage in data tracking and analysis, and compiling written reports for external stakeholders. Special Qualifications BA Degree and at least three (3) years of professional experience, or a High School Diploma and at least five (5) years of professional experience. Professional experience should be in community-driven-programs working directly with children, youth, and families. Minimum five (5) years of experience living and/or working in Brooklyn Stuyvesant area; Minimum two (2) years of experience working with children and families; Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred. Ability to stay calm and poised under pressure. Knowledge and experience working in the Bedford Stuyvesant Community. Outstanding communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; Excellent communication, verbal, written and people skills are required Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement: With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John's Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences.