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Per Diem Child Care Counselor About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City. About the Role The Child Care Counselor provides direct care and support to children and adolescents in the residential treatment center setting. The role involves helping clients address emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges while fostering a safe, nurturing environment. The counselor works closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and support the overall therapeutic goals of the center. What You'll Do * Key Responsibilities: * Provide direct care and supervision to children and adolescents in a residential setting, ensuring their safety, well-being, and emotional needs are met. * Actively and diligently supervise youth at all times; both in the cottage, and when escorting youth on campus or during off-ground programming. * Utilize the appropriate techniques of behavior management and crisis intervention, using TCI and other agency provided trainings. * Remain sensitive and understanding in difficult and stressful situations; keeping the youth's needs and feelings in perspective. * Support individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clinical staff, helping to achieve therapeutic goals. * Assist clients with daily living skills, emotional regulation, and behavior management in both group and one-on-one settings. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress, incidents, and treatment plan goals. Perform Life Space Interviews as trained. (e.g., incident reports, statements, goal tracking, etc.) * Foster a positive, structured, and supportive environment for clients, encouraging healthy coping mechanisms and emotional growth. * Communicate effectively with staff, team members and other professionals to ensure a cohesive and holistic approach to client care. * Participate in team meetings and provide feedback regarding client behavior, progress, and any adjustments needed in treatment plans. * Model appropriate behavior and social skills for clients, offering guidance and mentorship when needed. * Support crisis intervention efforts and manage emergency situations when necessary, following established protocols. * Access /communicate with other team members (i.e., medical and clinical) as necessary to ensure the health and safety of residents. * Maintain / inspect the cottage to ensure no health or safety hazards exist. Remove or report concerns as necessary. * Report any observed violations of code of conduct to supervisor immediately (i.e, inappropriate sexual behaviors or physical aggression between co-workers and youth). Provide written documentation if requested. * Bus Monitoring * Staff are required to serve as bus monitors for young people being transported to and from school or other designated locations. This includes ensuring the safety and well-being of the youth while on the bus, monitoring behavior, and ensuring compliance with all transportation and safety guidelines. * Staff are expected to address any behavioral issues or concerns during the transport and report any incidents or concerns to the appropriate team members. * Staff are required to follow the supervision protocol while in transit and complete any necessary documentation once arriving back to the campus. * Program Delivery: * Supervise, assist, and teach residents to perform all activities of daily living, including self-care, chores, etc. * Initiate, support and escort residents to planned recreation and other therapeutic educational activities. Look for ways to improve the daily structure, coordination, and overall program implementation. This includes driving an agency vehicle if deemed certified, as needed/expected. * Implement PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support) System fully and in accordance with training. At all times model the core values of ROAR (respect, on task, act safely and be responsible) and frame corrections of student behaviors in a positive way. Your Qualifications * High School Diploma/GED required. * Valid Driver's license with a safe driving record as determined by NYS Department of Motor Vehicles * At least 3+ years of working in a Residential Treatment Center * Experience working with children or adolescents with emotional, behavioral, or developmental disabilities in a residential, educational, or therapeutic setting. * Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing residential treatment programs and special education services. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, families, school personnel, and external agencies. * Ability to manage complex cases, implement treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention when necessary. * Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and therapeutic environment for all students. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility Yes/No Work Environment: This position is based out of our Yonkers Residential Treatment Center location for adolescents ages 12-21. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is Per Diem opportunity, in a 24/7 residential program. Staff may be required to remain on shift if there is no immediate staff relief available, ensuring continuity of care and maintaining a safe, supportive environment for youth at all times. Additional Requirements: * Authorized to work in the U.S. * Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week. * Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required) Professional Practice * Arrive at work on time, respecting other shift workers and programmatic needs. * At all times, model the appropriate dress, speech and behavior for residents. This includes dressing professionally or in designated work uniforms/dress code if prescribed. * Professionally representing the agency when speaking with parents, community members or other stakeholders. * Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with adolescents and staff; Respond to all requests in a professional and courteous manner. * Respect the privacy of all individuals and maintain client confidentiality as prescribed by law and in Agency policies. * Assume the expected role on the treatment team and maintain collaborative relations with members. * Maintain and promote a cooperative, harmonious, teamwork environment within the workplace. Maintain and promote an atmosphere of dignity and respect in line with the philosophy and policies of Rising Ground. * Become knowledgeable of all RTC policies and procedures; modeling, training and actively supervising the use of each. * Attend all mandatory or recommended staff development workshops/trainings. * Show organizational commitment which includes understanding and actively supporting the mission, policies and procedures protecting the integrity of the Agency. Our Commitment to Diversity, Fairness, and Belonging Rising Ground is comprised of unique and valued individuals who together make the organization effective in assisting the children, adults and families who come to us for support. We believe that only when all employees contribute fully as their true selves can Rising Ground's true strength, vision, and values come to fruition. We recognize the ubiquitous social biases and structures that impact and shape the experiences of all people, including our own staff and people supported. Among the many biases present in our society that shape our personal and professional experiences race, gender, sexual orientation, and gender expression are all factors that can present hurdles. As such, Rising Ground is committed to being an anti-racist and inclusive organization that will actively strive to overcome both systemic and interpersonal biases that perpetuate oppression. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Youth Care Worker, Unaccompanied Alien Children Services Program DEPARTMENT Family Support Services REPORTS TO: Lead Shift Youth Care Worker CGS's Unaccompanied Alien Children Services Program serves children/youth presenting a range of challenging behaviors, especially those related to symptoms of trauma. The Program's services are provided by bilingual (Spanish/English) staff who receives specialized training in the special needs of refugee children and in Evidence-Based Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). The program provides a safe, therapeutic environment in a family-like setting that addresses the requirements of each child/youth in a manner that is sensitive to his or her age; preserves cultural, ethnic and religious heritage; and meets dietary needs, native language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other critical individual needs. The program operates under the overall supervision of the Program Director. BASIC FUNCTION The youth care worker works as scheduled in the shelter, providing supervision, support and direction to children fostering their positive growth and development; maintains a hazard free , clean and orderly household; prepares meals to conform to menus; completes all required logs, forms and reports; participates in meetings as scheduled; accompanies groups or individual children for outside activities or appointments. DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES Provides a warm, homelike atmosphere by establishing an individual relationship with each child focusing on that child's positive growth and development. Under the supervision of the Lead Shift Youth Care Worker, ensures an orderly schedule for the children by supervising their daily activities: wake-up, school or other program attendance, mealtime, study time, assigned age appropriate chores and bedtime, monitors individual appointments for each child to ensure punctual attendance. Monitors each child's physical well being, ensuring suitable clothing, adequate food and all required medical treatments, including the dispensing of medication. Communicates and reinforces structure and limits with each child; applies positive discipline in a fair and objective manner and appropriate to level of development. Accompanies and transports children to outside activities (including supervised recreation) and appointments as required. Maintains a hazard free, clean and orderly household by promptly reporting maintenance problems to the supervisory staff and by completion of assigned household chores in a timely and efficient manner. Prepares meals and snacks under the assignment and direction of the Lead Youth care worker according to posted menus. Hold petty cash and other valuables of the home as assigned and dispenses according to agency procedures. Completes all required reports and logs for the Home. Participates in meetings as required and ensures that treatment plans and programs are carried out on a daily basis. Attends training and workshops as required by agency to enhance professional growth and child care competency levels. SCHEDULE To be assigned by the Assistant Program Director. Position requires flexibility and availability for emergency and appropriate coverage of shelter. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must have knowledge and ability to help children with school work. Must have the ability to support, nurture and provide positive discipline to children in a structured environment, as evidenced by professional child care experience and continued training. Must have proven skills in cooking and household maintenance. Must project emotional stability, patience and social experience in order to permit the formation of a professional relationship and adult role model with children and their families, including those with different religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and languages. Must have warm and nurturing qualities, linked to an ability to actively listen to children, establish rapport and ability to motivate. Must posses and demonstrate values which reflect the agency's Mission Statements. Respects all Agency policies and procedures and shares in the Agency's goals in creating a community of care for children and families. QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or GED 2 yrs. professional child care experience preferred Valid New York Drivers License required Proficiency in the Spanish language required

About the Role The Youth Counselor will be primarily responsible for building healthy relationships with each person supported and providing adequate care, safety, custody, control and counseling with the aim of allowing the youth to become a productive member of society. What You'll Do * Provides direct supervision and be accountable for whereabouts of persons always supported. * LSP only: Utilize mechanical restraints to transport youth between sectors of the home. * Works closely with representatives from the Department of Education to ensure safety during educational enrichment. * Intervenes during emergencies or altercations to ensure the safety of all youth. * Managed persons supported behavior utilizing the principles of the MYSI Model with the goal of teaching the young people to make positive, lasting changes in their behavior. * Implements daily living routines, schedules and procedures. * Assures the safety of the persons supported and maintains security * Ensures high standard of sanitary conditions throughout the house including heavy cleaning and laundry. * Participates in the planning and execution of educational, recreational, and personal enrichment activities. * Participates in ongoing meetings, conferences, training programs as required. * Interacts and communicates with Rising Ground staff in matters related to, but not limited to, the needs of the residents and the program, in general. * Attend all mandatory training required by ACS, OCFS and the Agency. * Responsible for adhering to all ACS, OCFS and agency regulations. * Uphold rules, repertoire of responses, confrontation techniques, application of the restriction system, negotiating restrictions, Force Fields, utilization of Safe Crisis Management techniques when necessary. * Manages the peer group, understands peer group dynamics, promotes and maintains a positive peer group culture. * Attention to and support of medical issues, student educational needs, casework, clinical appointments, etc. Monitors persons supported in Family Court. * Completes log reports, complete behavior assessment reports, and submits documentation, incident reports. * Informs the Case Planner and supervisors of any issues related to the youth or their families as they become aware of such information * Ability to work various hours and days of the week * Performs other duties as assigned Your Qualifications * High School Diploma + 3 Years of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming * Associate's degree + 2 Years of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming * Bachelor's Degree + 1 Year of Direct Services in Mental Health or Juvenile Justice Programming * Valid NYS Driver's License required. * Must have exceptional verbal and written communication skills in order to maintain required documentation * Must have a commitment to work from a strength based and/or youth development and trauma-informed perspective * Commitment to the mission and values of Rising Ground * Must be able to pass required Safe Crisis Management (SCM) and recertify annually * Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility: No Work Environment: Work locations are at an assigned juvenile justice facility throughout the five boroughs. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a 40-hour nonexempt position. Mandatory overtime is to be expected based on the needs of the program on various shifts. This is not a work from home position. Staff are paid for 8 hours straight time and are expected to eat with residents during mealtimes. Travel (if required): None- Program travel is only during program hours. Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to complete all standard administrative and support tasks including but not limited to climbing up and down stairs, operation of computers/phones/fax/printer/copy machine, and the ability to lift boxes, furniture, and equipment up to 30lbs. Must be able to travel from the various locations and sites of Rising Ground. Ability to perform physical restraint of youth using approved restraint techniques. Physical clearances are required and reevaluated annually. Additional Requirements: * Authorized to work in the U.S. * Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week. * Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required) Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services-core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. The Youth and Child Care Specialist oversees pregnant and parenting residents, ensuring a supportive and nurturing living environment. They encourage the development of essential independent living skills among the teens in our care. Responsibilities The Youth and Child Care Specialist oversees pregnant and parenting residents, ensuring a supportive and nurturing living environment. They encourage the development of essential independent living skills among the teens in our care. Core Responsibilities: Assist youth in foster care with activities of daily living skills (ex. personal hygiene, food preparation, house keeping, child care, laundry and shopping etc.) to model and encourage independent living skills. Assist the pregnant and parenting residents in developing effective parenting skills and positive behavior by modeling to ensure sustainable independence. Attend personal care appointments to provide support and educate how to navigate community resources. Read communication log at the beginning of each shift; accurately document in the communication log what transpires through your shift. Ensure continuity of care and compliance with oversight regulations. Ensure that proper documentation is submitted in a timely manner, including but not limited to daily shift logs, program notes on residents, medication reports, and incident reports to ensure program compliance and maintain high standards of care. Participate in recreational activities with the pregnant and parenting residents and their children to engage them and their child in programing while building a rapport. Adhere to regulation requirements such as 30 min room checks and conducting fire drills to ensure the safety and well-being of the youth and children in the program. Participate in obligatory evidence based model trainings such as EQ2 and Power Source Parenting to enhance program services provided to the youth in foster care. The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred. 1-2 year's experience working with pregnant and parenting teens 1-2 year's experience taking care of infants and toddlers Good verbal and written communication skills Good organizational skills and inter-personal relational skills Good organizational skills and inter-personal relational skills Ability to support and nurture children and youth in a structured environment Clean and valid NY/NJ/PA Driver's License preferred Demonstrated strong commitment to safety. Education Required High School / G.E.D.

Job Title: Child Care Counselor Department: Residential Treatment Center Reports To: Shift Leader/Residence Supervisor Classification: Non-Exempt About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City. About the Role The Child Care Counselor provides direct care and support to children and adolescents in the residential treatment center setting. The role involves helping clients address emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges while fostering a safe, nurturing environment. The counselor works closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and support the overall therapeutic goals of the center. What You'll Do * Key Responsibilities: * Provide direct care and supervision to children and adolescents in a residential setting, ensuring their safety, well-being, and emotional needs are met. * Actively and diligently supervise youth at all times; both in the cottage, and when escorting youth on campus or during off-ground programming. * Utilize the appropriate techniques of behavior management and crisis intervention, using TCI and other agency provided trainings. * Remain sensitive and understanding in difficult and stressful situations; keeping the youth's needs and feelings in perspective. * Support individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clinical staff, helping to achieve therapeutic goals. * Assist clients with daily living skills, emotional regulation, and behavior management in both group and one-on-one settings. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress, incidents, and treatment plan goals. Perform Life Space Interviews as trained. (e.g., incident reports, statements, goal tracking, etc.) * Foster a positive, structured, and supportive environment for clients, encouraging healthy coping mechanisms and emotional growth. * Communicate effectively with staff, team members and other professionals to ensure a cohesive and holistic approach to client care. * Participate in team meetings and provide feedback regarding client behavior, progress, and any adjustments needed in treatment plans. * Model appropriate behavior and social skills for clients, offering guidance and mentorship when needed. * Support crisis intervention efforts and manage emergency situations when necessary, following established protocols. * Access /communicate with other team members (i.e., medical and clinical) as necessary to ensure the health and safety of residents. * Maintain / inspect the cottage to ensure no health or safety hazards exist. Remove or report concerns as necessary. * Report any observed violations of code of conduct to supervisor immediately i.e, inappropriate sexual behaviors or physical aggression between co-workers and youth). Provide written documentation if requested. * Bus Monitoring * Staff are required to serve as bus monitors for young people being transported to and from school or other designated locations. This includes ensuring the safety and well-being of the youth while on the bus, monitoring behavior, and ensuring compliance with all transportation and safety guidelines. * Staff are expected to address any behavioral issues or concerns during the transport and report any incidents or concerns to the appropriate team members. * Staff are required to follow the supervision protocol while in transit and complete any necessary documentation once arriving back to the campus. * Program Delivery: * Supervise, assist, and teach residents to perform all activities of daily living, including self-care, chores, etc. * Initiate, support and escort residents to planned recreation and other therapeutic educational activities. Look for ways to improve the daily structure, coordination, and overall program implementation. This includes driving an agency vehicle if deemed certified, as needed/expected. * Implement PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support) System fully and in accordance with training. At all times model the core values of ROAR (respect, on task, act safely and be responsible) and frame corrections of student behaviors in a positive way. Your Qualifications * High School Diploma/GED required. * A safe driving record as determined by NYS Department of Motor Vehicles * Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in a residential treatment or special education setting, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role. * Experience working with children or adolescents with emotional, behavioral, or developmental disabilities in a residential, educational, or therapeutic setting. * Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing residential treatment programs and special education services. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, families, school personnel, and external agencies. * Ability to manage complex cases, implement treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention when necessary. * Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and therapeutic environment for all students. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility No Work Environment: This position is based out of our Yonkers Residential Treatment Center location for adolescents ages 12-21. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This position is in a 24/7 program. The CCC shift available is 1pm-9pm. Staff may be required to remain on shift if there is no immediate staff relief available, ensuring continuity of care and maintaining a safe, supportive environment for youth at all times. Flexibility in shift scheduling may be necessary to meet staffing needs. Additional Requirements: * Authorized to work in the U.S. * Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week. * Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required) Professional Practice * Arrive at work on time, respecting other shift workers and programmatic needs. * At all times, model the appropriate dress, speech and behavior for residents. This includes dressing professionally or in designated work uniforms/dress code if prescribed. * Professionally representing the agency when speaking with parents, community members or other stakeholders. * Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with adolescents and staff; Respond to all requests in a professional and courteous manner. * Respect the privacy of all individuals and maintain client confidentiality as prescribed by law and in Agency policies. * Assume the expected role on the treatment team and maintain collaborative relations with members. * Maintain and promote a cooperative, harmonious, teamwork environment within the workplace. Maintain and promote an atmosphere of dignity and respect in line with the philosophy and policies of Rising Ground. * Become knowledgeable of all RTC policies and procedures; modeling, training and actively supervising the use of each. * Attend all mandatory or recommended staff development workshops/trainings. * Show organizational commitment which includes understanding and actively supporting the mission, policies and procedures protecting the integrity of the Agency. Our Commitment to Diversity, Fairness, and Belonging Rising Ground is comprised of unique and valued individuals who together make the organization effective in assisting the children, adults and families who come to us for support. We believe that only when all employees contribute fully as their true selves can Rising Ground's true strength, vision, and values come to fruition. We recognize the ubiquitous social biases and structures that impact and shape the experiences of all people, including our own staff and people supported. Among the many biases present in our society that shape our personal and professional experiences race, gender, sexual orientation, and gender expression are all factors that can present hurdles. As such, Rising Ground is committed to being an anti-racist and inclusive organization that will actively strive to overcome both systemic and interpersonal biases that perpetuate oppression. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. 1:00PM - 9:00PM

1 to 1 Child Care Counselor About Rising Ground Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City. About 1:1 Youth Supervision The 1:1 Child Care Counselor provides direct care and support to children and adolescents in the residential treatment center setting. This role involves helping clients address emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges while fostering a safe, nurturing environment. The 1:1 counselor works closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and support the overall therapeutic goals of the center. What You'll Do Key Responsibilities: 1:1 Supervision and Youth Support * Maintain constant line-of-sight supervision of the assigned youth at all times, including transitions, meals, hygiene, recreational activities, and programming. * Support youth in following structured daily routines, promoting independence and positive behavior. * Accompany youth on community outings or school-related activities when required, ensuring safety and supervision. * Collaborate regularly with clinical and residential team members to ensure consistency in approach and awareness of youth's triggers, coping strategies, and treatment goals. * Prevent elopement and ensure youth remain in designated areas unless properly authorized to leave. * Promptly notify Supervisor, AOD, or clinical team of any incidents, behavioral escalations, or safety concerns. * Assist with de-escalation and crisis prevention using TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) principles and trauma-informed practices. * Implement behavior support plans, safety protocols, and individual coping strategies. * Document all interactions and observations on required logs, including 1:1 daily tracking sheets, incident reports, and shift notes. Ensure all relevant documentation is completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner. * Remain fully alert and engaged-no unauthorized phone use, distractions, or sleeping while on duty. * Ensure youth does not leave the designated area or campus without proper authorization. * Follow assigned schedule and communicate promptly with supervisors about changes or emergencies. * Complete shift sign in sheet and sign * 1:1 staff are required to participate in the following, unless otherwise covered by an administrator or assigned staff: * Monthly 1:1 supervision (individual or group) * Required training related to 1:1 supervision and safety * Family treatment conferences and other relevant interdisciplinary meetings, as needed Your Qualifications * High School Diploma/GED required. * A safe driving record as determined by NYS Department of Motor Vehicles * Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience in a residential treatment or special education setting, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role. * Experience working with children or adolescents with emotional, behavioral, or developmental disabilities in a residential, educational, or therapeutic setting. * Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing residential treatment programs and special education services. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, families, school personnel, and external agencies. * Ability to manage complex cases, implement treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention when necessary. * Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and therapeutic environment for all students. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility Yes/No Work Environment: This position is based out of our Yonkers Residential Treatment Center location for adolescents ages 12-21. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This position is part of a 24/7 residential program, and shift assignments are based on the needs of the youth and the program. Typical 1:1 supervision shifts include: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM, 9:00 PM - 7:00 AM. Staff may be required to remain on shift beyond scheduled hours if immediate relief is unavailable, to maintain continuity of care and ensure a safe, supportive environment for youth. Flexibility in scheduling is essential and may be necessary to meet changing program needs. Additional Requirements: Professional Practice * Arrive at work on time, respecting other shift workers and programmatic needs. * At all times, model the appropriate dress, speech and behavior for residents. This includes dressing professionally or in designated work uniforms/dress code if prescribed. * Professionally representing the agency when speaking with parents, community members or other stakeholders. * Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with adolescents and staff; Respond to all requests in a professional and courteous manner. * Respect the privacy of all individuals and maintain client confidentiality as prescribed by law and in Agency policies. * Assume the expected role of the treatment team and maintain collaborative relations with members. * Maintain and promote a cooperative, harmonious, teamwork environment within the workplace. Maintain and promote an atmosphere of dignity and respect in line with the philosophy and policies of Rising Ground. * Become knowledgeable of all RTC policies and procedures; modeling, training and actively supervising the use of each. * Attend all mandatory or recommended staff development workshops/trainings. * Show organizational commitment which includes understanding and actively supporting the mission, policies and procedures protecting the integrity of the Agency. Our Commitment to Diversity, Fairness, and Belonging Rising Ground is comprised of unique and valued individuals who together make the organization effective in assisting the children, adults and families who come to us for support. We believe that only when all employees contribute fully as their true selves can Rising Ground's true strength, vision, and values come to fruition. We recognize the ubiquitous social biases and structures that impact and shape the experiences of all people, including our own staff and people supported. Among the many biases present in our society that shape our personal and professional experiences race, gender, sexual orientation, and gender expression are all factors that can present hurdles. As such, Rising Ground is committed to being an anti-racist and inclusive organization that will actively strive to overcome both systemic and interpersonal biases that perpetuate oppression. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Per Diem Child Care Counselor About the Role The Child Care Counselor provides direct care and support to children and adolescents in the residential treatment center setting. The role involves helping clients address emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges while fostering a safe, nurturing environment. The counselor works closely with a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and support the overall therapeutic goals of the center. What You'll Do * Key Responsibilities: * Provide direct care and supervision to children and adolescents in a residential setting, ensuring their safety, well-being, and emotional needs are met. * Actively and diligently supervise youth at all times; both in the cottage, and when escorting youth on campus or during off-ground programming. * Utilize the appropriate techniques of behavior management and crisis intervention, using TCI and other agency provided trainings. * Remain sensitive and understanding in difficult and stressful situations; keeping the youth's needs and feelings in perspective. * Support individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clinical staff, helping to achieve therapeutic goals. * Assist clients with daily living skills, emotional regulation, and behavior management in both group and one-on-one settings. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress, incidents, and treatment plan goals. Perform Life Space Interviews as trained. (e.g., incident reports, statements, goal tracking, etc.) * Foster a positive, structured, and supportive environment for clients, encouraging healthy coping mechanisms and emotional growth. * Communicate effectively with staff, team members and other professionals to ensure a cohesive and holistic approach to client care. * Participate in team meetings and provide feedback regarding client behavior, progress, and any adjustments needed in treatment plans. * Model appropriate behavior and social skills for clients, offering guidance and mentorship when needed. * Support crisis intervention efforts and manage emergency situations when necessary, following established protocols. * Access /communicate with other team members (i.e., medical and clinical) as necessary to ensure the health and safety of residents. * Maintain / inspect the cottage to ensure no health or safety hazards exist. Remove or report concerns as necessary. * Report any observed violations of code of conduct to supervisor immediately (i.e, inappropriate sexual behaviors or physical aggression between co-workers and youth). Provide written documentation if requested. * Bus Monitoring * Staff are required to serve as bus monitors for young people being transported to and from school or other designated locations. This includes ensuring the safety and well-being of the youth while on the bus, monitoring behavior, and ensuring compliance with all transportation and safety guidelines. * Staff are expected to address any behavioral issues or concerns during the transport and report any incidents or concerns to the appropriate team members. * Staff are required to follow the supervision protocol while in transit and complete any necessary documentation once arriving back to the campus. * Program Delivery: * Supervise, assist, and teach residents to perform all activities of daily living, including self-care, chores, etc. * Initiate, support and escort residents to planned recreation and other therapeutic educational activities. Look for ways to improve the daily structure, coordination, and overall program implementation. This includes driving an agency vehicle if deemed certified, as needed/expected. * Implement PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support) System fully and in accordance with training. At all times model the core values of ROAR (respect, on task, act safely and be responsible) and frame corrections of student behaviors in a positive way. Your Qualifications * High School Diploma/GED required * At least 3+ years of working in a Residential Treatment Center * Valid driver's license with a safe driving record as determined by NYS Department of Motor Vehicles. * Experience working with children or adolescents with emotional, behavioral, or developmental disabilities in a residential, educational, or therapeutic setting. * Strong understanding of state and federal regulations governing residential treatment programs and special education services. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, families, school personnel, and external agencies. * Ability to manage complex cases, implement treatment plans, and provide crisis intervention when necessary. * Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and therapeutic environment for all students. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility Yes/No Work Environment: This position is based out of our Yonkers Residential Treatment Center location for adolescents ages 12-21. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This position is in a 24/7 program. The CCC shifts available are 7am-3pm, 1pm-9pm and 9pm-7am. Staff may be required to remain on shift if there is no immediate staff relief available, ensuring continuity of care and maintaining a safe, supportive environment for youth at all times. Flexibility in shift scheduling may be necessary to meet staffing needs. Additional Requirements: * Authorized to work in the U.S. * Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week. * Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required) Professional Practice * Arrive at work on time, respecting other shift workers and programmatic needs. * At all times, model the appropriate dress, speech and behavior for residents. This includes dressing professionally or in designated work uniforms/dress code if prescribed. * Professionally representing the agency when speaking with parents, community members or other stakeholders. * Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with adolescents and staff; Respond to all requests in a professional and courteous manner. * Respect the privacy of all individuals and maintain client confidentiality as prescribed by law and in Agency policies. * Assume the expected role on the treatment team and maintain collaborative relations with members. * Maintain and promote a cooperative, harmonious, teamwork environment within the workplace. Maintain and promote an atmosphere of dignity and respect in line with the philosophy and policies of Rising Ground. * Become knowledgeable of all RTC policies and procedures; modeling, training and actively supervising the use of each. * Attend all mandatory or recommended staff development workshops/trainings. * Show organizational commitment which includes understanding and actively supporting the mission, policies and procedures protecting the integrity of the Agency. Our Commitment to Diversity, Fairness, and Belonging Rising Ground is comprised of unique and valued individuals who together make the organization effective in assisting the children, adults and families who come to us for support. We believe that only when all employees contribute fully as their true selves can Rising Ground's true strength, vision, and values come to fruition. We recognize the ubiquitous social biases and structures that impact and shape the experiences of all people, including our own staff and people supported. Among the many biases present in our society that shape our personal and professional experiences race, gender, sexual orientation, and gender expression are all factors that can present hurdles. As such, Rising Ground is committed to being an anti-racist and inclusive organization that will actively strive to overcome both systemic and interpersonal biases that perpetuate oppression. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services-core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. Responsibilities The Family Resource Case Worker (FRCW) plays a critical role within the MST (Multisystemic Therapy) team by providing case management support to families. The FRCW engages with and assesses needs of families while collaborating with community-based programs (ex: schools, medical offices, etc) to ensure comprehensive support for families. Ensure Successful Family Intake: Conduct intake thorough the completion of initial assessments and gather essential consent forms for new cases, ensuring timely case openings, completeness of information and family understanding of services to achieve a smooth start to treatment. Enhance Family Engagment: Provide clear explanations of MST therapy and its benefits to families, achieving high levels of family engagement and participation. Partner with Therapist to develop and implement specific interventions to overcome barriers family face with session pacing and work collaboratively towards treatment goals. Maximize Resource Access for Families by becoming an expert on community resources and assist families in accessing these resources, including prosocial activities, public benefits, housing, legal, education, and medical services, leading to improved family stability. Collaborate with community resources to support family needs. Maintain Accurate Case Records: Efficiently create, manage, and process cases in Evolv, Promis, Connections, and Ebase, in a timely manner ensuring all contacts with families and collaterals are throughly documented, up-to-date and accurate. Requests and obtain school, medical, dental or other applicable health records on an ongoing basis for all children under the age of 18 or relevent family members to ensure family's needs are being met and that there are up to date records on file to be in compliance with stakeholder regulations. The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in social work Psychology, Sociology Degree Preferred Experience in case management or social services, particularly with families and children OR Strong knowledge of community resources and ability to effectively collaborate with schools, medical providers, and other community programs. A passion for serving children and families. Relevant experience in child welfare, social services, or a related field is preferred. Excellent writing, communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, time management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proven self-management abilities including meeting deadlines, prioritizing multiple tasks efficiently, timely completion of documentation and maintaining accurate and up-to-date case records. Ability to conduct home visits and perform safety assessments. Ability to work effectively with a diverse, multidisciplinary team as well as a diverse client population. Ability to receive feedback to professionally grow and/or improve and be flexible with programmatic needs and changes. Education Required Bachelor's Degree from a U.S. accredited educational institution or Credential Evaluation for a non-U.S. educational institution Recruitment Tagline Hiring Impact, Changing Lives Together Salary Range: $53,970.64 (+ 3,500 Bilingual additive + 3,800 Education additive)

Job Summary: To ensure all daily living needs and essential treatment services are provided to youth. This involves the implementation of following and adhering to all program scheduling, policies and procedures and staff utilizing Therapeutic Crisis Interventions (TCI) in all programs components and interactions. Job Responsibilities: * Maintain shift coverage and primary supervision and support of residential clients. * Set and contribute to a safe, dignified, orderly atmosphere by enforcing program rules, policies, and procedures. * Respond appropriately to emergencies including contacting appropriate staff and supervisors, interacting with police, fire, and medical personnel as needed. * Perform daily maintenance duties including, but not limited to. Cleaning and maintaining communal areas (hallways, kitchen, lounge, main office, computer room, staff bathrooms) Preparing/serving resident meals as needed. * Maintain thorough and accurate records, files, correspondence, and statistics; Complete necessary documentation (both hand-written and computer based/data entry) in a timely, accurate, complete, and legible manner. * May include notations in the shelter log, bed roster, incident reports, late arrivals, sign-in sheets, showers and laundry schedules, and any other forms used or directed by a supervisor. * Perform intakes with new incoming clients. Intakes include. Reviewing program agreements and rules, providing a building tour, providing information about local resources (provided in each program's resource binder.) * Conduct regular rounds of the facility. Rounds include inspecting client living quarters, bathrooms, common rooms, building entrances and exits. * Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and staff; Respond to client requests; Observe and adhere to client confidentiality standards. * Ensure effective communication of priority information to all necessary staff and shifts; Participate in staff and shift change meetings as required. * Provide front desk and other reception duties in a professional and courteous manner, relay timely and accurate messages. Front desk duties also include: limiting access to facility to clients, staff, and authorized visitors and service providers. Qualifications: Candidate must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree preferred. Computer skills, written and oral skills are required. Bi-lingual preferred. * Candidates must also be flexible to work all shifts including at least one weekend day. Work Environment: This position is based at one of our Transitional Independent Living (TIL) Facilities; Residential programs for Runaway/Homeless youth between the ages 16-20 or our Homeless Young Adults HYA); A Residential Program for Homeless young males between the ages 21-24 (HYA). Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This position is in a 24/7 program. Additionally, evening and weekend hours will be required. Available shifts are based on program need: Shift Hours: 2 Morning shifts 7am-3pm, 2 Evening shifts 3pm-11pm, 2 Overnight Awake Shifts 11am- 7am * Shifts will be assigned after completion of TCI & NEO (New Employee Orientation) Travel (if required): Occasionally Physical Requirements: Must be able to pass Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), including the physical portion. Other Duties: * Act as a role model - guiding clients and facilitating appropriate behavior about daily living skills, self-care, personal interaction, social relationships, and constructive time management. * Maintain and promote a cooperative, harmonious, teamwork environment, interacting with clients and staff in a professional and courteous manner. * Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. This position is in a 24/7 program

Job Summary: To ensure all daily living needs and essential treatment services are provided to youth. This involves the implementation of following and adhering to all program scheduling, policies and procedures and staff utilizing Therapeutic Crisis Interventions (TCI) in all programs components and interactions. Job Responsibilities: * Maintain shift coverage and primary supervision and support of residential clients. * Set and contribute to a safe, dignified, orderly atmosphere by enforcing program rules, policies, and procedures. * Respond appropriately to emergencies including contacting appropriate staff and supervisors, interacting with police, fire, and medical personnel as needed. * Perform daily maintenance duties including, but not limited to. Cleaning and maintaining communal areas (hallways, kitchen, lounge, main office, computer room, staff bathrooms) Preparing/serving resident meals as needed. * Maintain thorough and accurate records, files, correspondence, and statistics; Complete necessary documentation (both hand-written and computer based/data entry) in a timely, accurate, complete, and legible manner. * May include notations in the shelter log, bed roster, incident reports, late arrivals, sign-in sheets, showers and laundry schedules, and any other forms used or directed by a supervisor. * Perform intakes with new incoming clients. Intakes include. Reviewing program agreements and rules, providing a building tour, providing information about local resources (provided in each program's resource binder.) * Conduct regular rounds of the facility. Rounds include inspecting client living quarters, bathrooms, common rooms, building entrances and exits. * Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and staff; Respond to client requests; Observe and adhere to client confidentiality standards. * Ensure effective communication of priority information to all necessary staff and shifts; Participate in staff and shift change meetings as required. * Provide front desk and other reception duties in a professional and courteous manner, relay timely and accurate messages. Front desk duties also include: limiting access to facility to clients, staff, and authorized visitors and service providers. Qualifications: Candidate must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree preferred. Computer skills, written and oral skills are required. Bi-lingual preferred. * Candidates must also be flexible to work all shifts including at least one weekend day. Work Environment: This position is based at one of our Transitional Independent Living (TIL) Facilities; Residential programs for Runaway/Homeless youth between the ages 16-20 or our Homeless Young Adults HYA); A Residential Program for Homeless young males between the ages 21-24 (HYA). Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This position is in a 24/7 program. Additionally, evening and weekend hours will be required. Available shifts are based on program need: Shift Hours: 2 Morning shifts 7am-3pm, 2 Evening shifts 3pm-11pm, 2 Overnight Awake Shifts 11am- 7am * Shifts will be assigned after completion of TCI & NEO (New Employee Orientation) Travel (if required): Occasionally Physical Requirements: Must be able to pass Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), including the physical portion. Other Duties: * Act as a role model - guiding clients and facilitating appropriate behavior about daily living skills, self-care, personal interaction, social relationships, and constructive time management. * Maintain and promote a cooperative, harmonious, teamwork environment, interacting with clients and staff in a professional and courteous manner. * Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. This position is in a 24/7 program

Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 25,000 individuals. We do this through 50 programs in 70 locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in downtown Brooklyn. Summary: Early Head Start Visitors will deliver the Early Head Start program at Rising Ground which promotes early literacy in children ages Birth to 3 years old to children and families. Using a gentle approach, Home Visitors model reading, playing, and conversation activities using early learn framework and educational toys to parents with their children in "play" sessions. Home visitor Coordinate with parents to ensure prenatal well-child exams, immunizations, health screenings, and nutrition assessments are complete and necessary follow-up occurs. Provide support in parent and child activities that encourage developmentally appropriate activities for the changing needs of infants and toddlers. Qualifications: * Minimum of Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate, Associate of Arts degree in related field; bachelor's degree in early childhood education preferred * Two - three years classroom teaching experience in an early childhood program Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Prepares and implements daily lesson plans/learning activities. Monitors children's progress via developmental checklists and observation * Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, which include families, Social Services staff, clinical consultants, treating therapists (as appropriate), etc. * Individualize learning activities to meet the developmental needs of each child, including children with disabilities, by working with parents to develop individual goals. * Conducts home visits to families once a week for 1.5 hours; conducts parent conferences three times per year. * Responsible for written observations, weekly plans, and quarterly assessments. * Assists families in developing family goals and provides needed referrals to assist in accomplishing the goals. * Follows developmentally appropriate practices in interactions with children. * Works on a smooth transition of all children into and out of Early Head Start. Creates a transition plan for all family childcare children above 2.5 years old. * Screens parents for eligibility based on program criteria and completes screening forms for review. Completes enrollment for eligible families. Supervisory Responsibility Yes/No Work Environment: Normal Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Home Visitor/ 35 hours weekly Travel (if required): Physical Requirements: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.

At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services-core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. Interventionist will provide direct home-based interventions to address risk factors, increase protective factors, and ensure the safety of families. Responsibilities Reports to assigned program supervisor or covering supervisor. Provides home-based clinical treatment utilizing the Functional Family Therapy - Therapeutic Case Management (FFT-TCM) model to assigned caseload of up to 10 cases and provides coverage for peer's caseload as needed Manages the extensive travel requirements involved in serving families in their homes. Conducts assessments including intakes, review of referral information, identifying and engaging key participants, identifying relational patterns, and individualized treatment planning. Engages families to sign for services and completes intakes with families within the required ACS timeframes. Participates in all required agency, model and stakeholder trainings, individual and group coaching and staff meetings. Adheres to model expectations and implement with fidelity including the timely completion of progress notes, session planning guides, session impact scales and appointment notes in the Care4 documentation system. Actively participate in weekly consultation and supervision and site visits when they occur. Consistently meets all program and model Key Performance Indicators (including session pacing, required casework contacts, successful client outcomes, timely completion of Family Assessment Service Plans, data entry in all systems, etc.). Identify and address family risk factors that give rise to possible child removal, ACS involvement, and out of home placement due to continued referral behavior or new risk/safety factors. This includes the completion of safety plans and incident reports if necessary. Maintains clear, concise and timely documentation of treatment efforts in progress notes and Family Assessment and Service Planning (FASP) that demonstrate compliance with the FFT-TCM Model and supervisory review feedback. Manages the extensive documentation requirements in all databases to successfully comply with mandates from agency, ACS and model. Identify community-based resources for families, collaborate and build relationships with stakeholders/providers (i.e., ACS, schools, doctors, mental health providers, courts, etc.) to monitor participation in services and accompany families to appointments if needed. Provides 24/7 coverage during the week and participates on a weekend on-call rotational schedule as applicable. Other duties as assigned. Organizational expectations include: Regular and punctual time and attendance. Consistent demonstrated commitment to The Foundling's BHAG, mission, vision and values (Compassion, Dignity, Family and Community, Diversity, Excellence). Adherence to The Foundling's employee policies, Code of Conduct and applicable rules, laws, regulations or bargaining agreements. The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. Qualifications Experience: Two years of relevant experience. Preferred Core Competencies: Ability to engage clients Willingness and ability to be strength focused Ability to problem solve and make decisions Willingness to advocate for caregiver, youth, and family Ability to manage stress and self-care Ability to maintain high level of self-awareness Ability to receive and execute feedback in a timely manner Ability to be comfortable with cultural differences; to relate in ways that are respectful, strength-focused, and culturally sensitive Ability to work well as part of a team Good time management skills An understanding and commitment to complying with the New York State Central Register of Abuse and Neglect protocol (requirements to report any suspected abuse, maltreatment or neglect of any child). Strong understanding and the ability to implement the following: Education Required Bachelor's Degree from a U.S. accredited educational institution or Credential Evaluation for a non-U.S. educational institution Recruitment Tagline Hiring Impact, Changing Lives Together Salary Range: 59,516.49 (+3,800 Education Additive; +3,500 Language Additive)

At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. The Family Advocate is a technical position of a peer who is able to support the program, families, clients, and youth in helping link families to access the best fitting services and supports, and has knowledge base about resources in the community and across child service systems. Responsibilities Position Description: Reports to the clinical supervisor The Family Advocate is a technical position of a peer who is able to support the program, families, clients, and youth in helping link families to access the best fitting services and supports, and has knowledge base about resources in the community and across child service systems. Splits time between office and identified schools Research, organize, maintain, and disseminate community resource information to clinician in ongoing fashion on clients' communities. Research, add information, and facilitate trainings and workshops for school staff, families, and youth along with the Clinician Works directly with clinician(s) as well as with school staff, managers, internal and with some interactions with clients as directed by supervisor or clinician. Able to run groups and workshop with proper training. Assists in a case-by-case basis; researching and allocating resources to support school and the clinicians as directed by supervisor. Maintains current data base of community resources. Maintains up to date knowledge of resources in New York City. Attends trainings, supervision, and staff development activities. Attends weekly supervision as assigned by the supervisor. Reports to the office as identified by the supervisor during school holidays that are not observed by the agency. Maintains communication with direct supervisor and clinician. Participates in community outreach. Maintains effective working relationships and collaborative efforts with community resources, such as school staff, internal staff, and external agency staff. With Ability to maintain confidential client records and timely data entry Flexible with participating in on-call rotation. Other duties as assigned. The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. Qualifications Requirements Bilingual (English/Spanish) Bachelors' Degree of Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or the equivalent in a related field Preferred Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years experience Knowledge of community required. Excellent communication skills required. Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, and Data entry systems (e.g. Connections). Ability to work cooperatively to ensure the best quality services are recommended Will be able to build and collaborate with community resource stakeholders An understanding and commitment to complying with the New York State Central Register of Abuse and Neglect protocol (requiring staff to comply with promulgated requirements to report any suspected abuse, maltreatment or neglect of any child). Preferred Knowledge: Technical assistance Family systems theory and application Social ecological theory and application Behavioral therapies theory and application Cognitive-behavioral therapy theory and application Pragmatic family therapies theory and application Child development research and it's application in treatment Social skills assessment and intervention Demonstrated strong commitment to safety. Education Required Hidden (37142) Salary Range: $53,970.64 (plus $3,800 Education Additive | $3,500 Language additive)

At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help our neighbors access quality health and mental health services core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. The Family Advocate is a technical position of a peer who is able to support the program, families, clients, and youth in helping link families to access the best fitting services and supports, and has knowledge base about resources in the community and across child service systems. Responsibilities Position Description: Reports to the clinical supervisor The Family Advocate is a technical position of a peer who is able to support the program, families, clients, and youth in helping link families to access the best fitting services and supports, and has knowledge base about resources in the community and across child service systems. Splits time between office and identified schools Research, organize, maintain, and disseminate community resource information to clinician in ongoing fashion on clients' communities. Research, add information, and facilitate trainings and workshops for school staff, families, and youth along with the Clinician Works directly with clinician(s) as well as with school staff, managers, internal and with some interactions with clients as directed by supervisor or clinician. Able to run groups and workshop with proper training. Assists in a case-by-case basis; researching and allocating resources to support school and the clinicians as directed by supervisor. Maintains current data base of community resources. Maintains up to date knowledge of resources in New York City. Attends trainings, supervision, and staff development activities. Attends weekly supervision as assigned by the supervisor. Reports to the office as identified by the supervisor during school holidays that are not observed by the agency. Maintains communication with direct supervisor and clinician. Participates in community outreach. Maintains effective working relationships and collaborative efforts with community resources, such as school staff, internal staff, and external agency staff. With Ability to maintain confidential client records and timely data entry Flexible with participating in on-call rotation. Other duties as assigned. The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. Qualifications Requirements Bilingual (English/Spanish) Bachelors' Degree of Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or the equivalent in a related field Preferred Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years experience Knowledge of community required. Excellent communication skills required. Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Email, and Data entry systems (e.g. Connections). Ability to work cooperatively to ensure the best quality services are recommended Will be able to build and collaborate with community resource stakeholders An understanding and commitment to complying with the New York State Central Register of Abuse and Neglect protocol (requiring staff to comply with promulgated requirements to report any suspected abuse, maltreatment or neglect of any child). Preferred Knowledge: Technical assistance Family systems theory and application Social ecological theory and application Behavioral therapies theory and application Cognitive-behavioral therapy theory and application Pragmatic family therapies theory and application Child development research and it's application in treatment Social skills assessment and intervention Demonstrated strong commitment to safety. Education Required Hidden (37142) Salary Range: $53,970.64 (plus $3,800 Education Additive | $3,500 Language additive)

Fostering Talent, Changing Lives At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help ur neighbors access quality health and mental health services-core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. Salary: $20.84/hour The Youth and Family Specialist will implement multi-dimensional educational, vocational, economic and recreational opportunities for youth in New York Foundling child welfare programs on multiple health and developmental related topics that introduce them to new situations, ideas, people and challenge them to learn new skills. Responsibilities The Youth and Family Specialist will implement multi-dimensional educational, vocational, economic and recreational opportunities for youth in New York Foundling child welfare programs on multiple health and developmental related topics that introduce them to new situations, ideas, people and challenge them to learn new skills. Provide service to all eligible youth, in collaboration with the youth's case planner, child welfare staff and/or families, individual and group formalized instruction in Independent Living Skills with a strong focus on health and wellness topics, interpersonal skills, vocational training and money management. In preparation for discharge from care, provide youth with resource information and assistance in locating appropriate and stable housing. Provide to all eligible youth vocational training either directly or through referral to a structured program Provide assistance in selection and admission into the most appropriate educational setting. Assist eligible youth in locating, maintaining, and preparing for a job Develop contacts with outside consultant/trainers providing job readiness services, career counseling, academic tutoring, and IL related workshops. Research, develop and organize information on resource programs and services related to Independent Living. Document all required service related contacts with youth. Maintain attendance records and participation reports on youth involvement in IL services Participate in dispositional and FTC conferences, including the six month discharge meetings, treatment team rounds, and clinical meetings Assist with the coordination of the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Participate in IL projects, conferences, events, meetings, and supervision Attend trainings and conferences for professional growth. Assist youth in scheduling and maintaining appointments to plan for their future in an environment that is safe and supported. Coordinate and arrange recreational activities for program youth Complete job related tasks as needed Requirements: Bachelor's in Social Work, Sociology or Psychology Must be able to do site visits and home visits. Ability to commute to and around the Mott Haven Section of the Bronx. Knowledge and fluent in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project Manager). Written communication and writing skills. Ability to work evenings and Saturdays as assigned. Ability to design and deliver creative workshops. Salary: $20.84/hour The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming Qualifications Education Required? Bachelor's in Social Work, Sociology or Psychology Education Required Bachelor's Degree from a U.S. accredited educational institution or Credential Evaluation for a non-U.S. educational institution Recruitment Tagline Hiring Impact, Changing Lives Together Salary Range: $20.84/hour

Fostering Talent, Changing Lives At The New York Foundling, we trust in the power and potential of people, and we deliberately invest in proven practices. From bold beginnings in 1869, our New York-based nonprofit has supported hundreds of thousands of our neighbors on their own paths to stability, strength, and independence. We help children and families navigate through and beyond foster care. We help families struggling with conflict and poverty grow strong. We help individuals with developmental disabilities live their best lives, and we help ur neighbors access quality health and mental health services-core to building lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Together, our interrelated programs provide a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach that unlocks solutions for a lifetime. Salary: $20.84/hour The Youth and Family Specialist will implement multi-dimensional educational, vocational, economic and recreational opportunities for youth in New York Foundling child welfare programs on multiple health and developmental related topics that introduce them to new situations, ideas, people and challenge them to learn new skills. Responsibilities The Youth and Family Specialist will implement multi-dimensional educational, vocational, economic and recreational opportunities for youth in New York Foundling child welfare programs on multiple health and developmental related topics that introduce them to new situations, ideas, people and challenge them to learn new skills. Provide service to all eligible youth, in collaboration with the youth's case planner, child welfare staff and/or families, individual and group formalized instruction in Independent Living Skills with a strong focus on health and wellness topics, interpersonal skills, vocational training and money management. In preparation for discharge from care, provide youth with resource information and assistance in locating appropriate and stable housing. Provide to all eligible youth vocational training either directly or through referral to a structured program Provide assistance in selection and admission into the most appropriate educational setting. Assist eligible youth in locating, maintaining, and preparing for a job Develop contacts with outside consultant/trainers providing job readiness services, career counseling, academic tutoring, and IL related workshops. Research, develop and organize information on resource programs and services related to Independent Living. Document all required service related contacts with youth. Maintain attendance records and participation reports on youth involvement in IL services Participate in dispositional and FTC conferences, including the six month discharge meetings, treatment team rounds, and clinical meetings Assist with the coordination of the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Participate in IL projects, conferences, events, meetings, and supervision Attend trainings and conferences for professional growth. Assist youth in scheduling and maintaining appointments to plan for their future in an environment that is safe and supported. Coordinate and arrange recreational activities for program youth Complete job related tasks as needed Requirements: Bachelor's in Social Work, Sociology or Psychology Must be able to do site visits and home visits. Ability to commute to and around the Mott Haven Section of the Bronx. Knowledge and fluent in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project Manager). Written communication and writing skills. Ability to work evenings and Saturdays as assigned. Ability to design and deliver creative workshops. Salary: $20.84/hour The New York Foundling is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse employee population, the Foundling will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming Qualifications Education Required? Bachelor's in Social Work, Sociology or Psychology Education Required Bachelor's Degree from a U.S. accredited educational institution or Credential Evaluation for a non-U.S. educational institution Recruitment Tagline Hiring Impact, Changing Lives Together Salary Range: $20.84/hour

About the Role The Home Study Case Worker plays a critical role in evaluating a potential sponsor's ability to provide a safe, stable, and supportive environment for an unaccompanied child prior to reunification. This includes conducting in-depth, trauma-informed home visits; verifying information gathered by the care provider; and assessing all potential risks, protective factors, and support needs. The HS Case Worker collaborates closely with the HS Supervisor and relevant stakeholders including the care provider's case manager and clinician, the sponsor, and, when necessary, family members of the sponsor or minor to ensure the child's safety and well-being. Home Study services are provided throughout the New York City tri-state area and nationally. This role requires frequent travel across states and may include overnight stays to complete in-person assessments as needed. What You'll Do * Initiate contact with the referring care provider (e.g., case manager, clinician) upon case activation to review the child's background and coordinate information-sharing * Review the child's history to guide a trauma-responsive approach and ensure age-appropriate, culturally sensitive engagement throughout the assessment process. * • Provide Home Study services by conducting in-home assessments and interviews with sponsors and household members to evaluate safety, caregiver capacity, and readiness for reunification. * • Identify and flag any red Flags or safety concerns (e.g., abuse, neglect, trafficking, special needs, or risk of exploitation) and maintain high-level communication with the HS Supervisor to discuss concerns, timelines, or case support needs. * • Educate sponsors on reunification responsibilities, including providing a safe and stable home, supporting access to education and healthcare, complying with immigration obligations, and fulfilling the Sponsor Care Agreement. Ensure sponsors are informed of the child's rights, including the right to attend school, be protected from abuse or neglect, and access essential services. * Submit high-quality Home Study reports within 10 calendar days of referral acceptance, ensuring accuracy, objectivity, and alignment with ORR and agency standards. * Routinely audit and maintain accurate Home Study case Diles (physical and electronic), ensuring all required documents are complete. Close out cases in accordance with ORR and program guidelines, including timely updates to the UC Portal and internal trackers. * Report any suspected abuse, neglect, or trafficking in accordance with state-specific mandated reporting laws and ORR procedures. * Be available and Flexible to accommodate evening, after-hours, and weekend work as needed to meet case deadlines and report requirements. * Complete all required ORR and agency trainings and remain current on child welfare policies, best practices, and program protocols * Participate in regular supervision, case staffing, and team meetings, both virtually and in person. * Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to maintain clear, consistent, and timely communication with supervisors. Given the fast-paced nature of the program, strong communication is essential to ensure alignment of priorities, deadlines, and case needs * Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or Program Director. Your Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) or a related Field such as education, psychology, sociology, or other behavioral sciences. * Valid driver's license * Valid TSA-compliant identification, as travel, including air travel will be required as part of this role * Minimum of two years of experience working with youth in the social service or child welfare Field. * Skilled in writing professional, thorough, and timely assessment reports. * Knowledge of child welfare systems and immigration-related policies * Familiarity with local community resources and social service systems. * Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage high-volume report writing and meet strict deadlines. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems (e.g., Connections preferred). * Bilingual in English and Spanish (required) Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work Environment: This hybrid role requires three in-office days and two remote days per week, with Flexibility for after-hours, weekend, and holiday support as needed to meet report deadlines and expectations. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position. While the program primarily operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, a 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM schedule is also available. Flexibility is required, as staff will frequently need to work evenings, weekends, or holidays for case-related matters, including accommodating sponsor availability, fulfilling travel requirements, or ensuring timely completion of Home Study reports in accordance with ORR deadlines. Additional Requirements: * Authorized to work in the U.S. * Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week. * Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required) * Ability to adapt to evolving program policies, procedures, and federal guidelines. * Willingness to collaborate across teams and participate in From Hope to Home initiatives and interdepartmental efforts. * Demonstrated Flexibility in meeting program demands and adjusting to organizational or policy-driven changes. * Ability to balance independent decision-making with collaborative case coordination in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. While the program primarily operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, a 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM schedule is also available. Flexibility is required, as staff will frequently need to work evenings, weekends, or holidays for case-related matters, including accommodating sponsor availability, fulfilling travel requirements, or ensuring timely completion of Home Study reports in accordance with ORR deadlines.

The goals of an Interventionist are to keep families together while continually assessing for risk and safety issues. Interventionist provides a family-focused approach, with weekly visits, that is designed to motivate and link families to resources and services to address referral behaviors and family risk factors. Interventionists help the families to generalize gains and new skills by locking in these changes and planning for the future. Job Responsibilities: * Conduct assessment including review of referral information, identifying and engaging key participants, identifying systemic risks and protective factors, and developing an analysis of the problem behaviors within the ecological context and model process. * Engage primary caregiver and other key participants in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement. * Implement a problem conceptualization, identify community-based resources to provide family specific intervention, monitor community-based intervention and outcome review and strategy revision procedure using the model's process. * Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts that promote peer and supervisory review and feedback, and that demonstrate compliance with model Analytic Process and NYS Connection System requirements. * Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system to ensure their buy-in and cooperation throughout treatment. * Participate in all model program training, supervision and consultation activities. * Provide home-based interventions weekly. Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology or in related field * Good writing and oral communication skills; computer literate * Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner while managing competing priorities. * Bilingual preferred but not required. * Excellent written and oral communication skills. * Proficient use of Microsoft applications; knowledge of PROMIS/CONNX desired. * Cultural awareness and sensitivity when serving clients that come from different backgrounds and walks of life. Supervisory Responsibility: No Work Environment: Hybrid Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Full time position, scheduled appropriate to the needs of client and families. This position calls for a thirty-five (35) hour work week, but more than 35 hours per week may from time to time be required. Travel (if required): Travel requirements may include travel from Rising Ground sites and various locations, including home and school visits. Work-related travel expenses will be reimbursed by agency. Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to complete all standard administrative and support tasks including but not limited to climbing up and down stairs, operation of computers/phones/fax/printer/copy machine, and the ability to lift boxes, furniture, and equipment up to 50lbs. Must be able to travel from the various locations and sites of Rising Ground. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment

Program Description: In this new Clinical Support Program, Rising Ground will embed licensed professionals specializing in mental health, substance misuse, and intimate partner violence directly into child protective work in Brooklyn. These clinicians will collaborate closely with ACS staff and families to assess needs, provide tailored service recommendations, and ensure families are connected to appropriate supports. By integrating clinical expertise into frontline decision-making, Rising Ground will play a vital role in enhancing child safety and strengthening family outcomes across the borough. Responsibilities of the Position: The full-time CASAC is responsible for assessing substance use in families referred to ACS Child Protective Services unit. The CASAC determines the impact of substance use on child safety and recommends appropriate treatment, support or harm reduction services. This position requires regular in-person presence at an ACS field office in Brooklyn or within the community. Occasional travel to other agency sites or meetings may also be required. Core responsibilities include: * Conduct substance use assessments using clinical interviews, screenings, and standardized tools. * Using EBMs such as motivational interviewing, assess readiness to change * Contribute to CPS team decision making, highlighting areas of concern related to child safety due to substance misuse. Participate in case conferences and enrich the CPS teams' understanding of substance use dynamics in family systems. * Refer families to community-based services and suggest appropriate levels of care based on assessment findings. * Educate CPS staff on substance use trends, treatment options, and best practices for engaging families * Ensure that internal and external referrals are individualized and tailored to meet families' needs, working collaboratively with our Access and Referral Department * Ensure that warm handoffs occur in making referrals * Participate in all relevant internal and external meetings * Provide after-hour coverage for consultation, as needed * Other duties as required Qualifications for the Position: * Valid CASAC Credential required * High School diploma or GED considered; Bachelor's degree preferred * Experience and comfort with Evidence Based Models such as Motivational Interviewing and multiple substance use assessment measures * Familiarity with Connections and PROMIS databases preferred Supervisory Responsibility: Yes Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Non-exempt/9am-5pm, with availability for after hour consultation Travel (if required): Travel to various program sites, as needed Physical Requirements: Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT It is the policy of Rising Ground that the Agency wholly complies with equal treatment of all employees and applicants for employment without unlawful discrimination as to an individual's perceived or actual race, creed, color, national origin, alienate, citizenship status, gender, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or veteran status in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.