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Nevins St Admin Office 2-4 Nevins St Brooklyn, NY 11217, USA SCO Family of Services has provided vital human services throughout New York City and Long Island for more than 100 years. SCO helps vulnerable New Yorkers build a strong foundation for the future. We get young children off to a good start, launch youth into adulthood, stabilize and strengthen families and unlock potential for children and adults with special needs. SCO Family of Services welcomes you to join our family and help us work together to carry out our mission to build a stronger tomorrow. Job Title Case Planner Department Enhanced Family Foster Care Function of the Position The Case Planner is responsible for working with the family to support safety, permanency, and well-being to all children and youth. The Case Planner works with the family to develop and support implementation of the service plan, address barriers, assess progress, and identify changes as needed to achieve the goals. Supervises N/A Responsibilities Complete initial face‑to‑face contact with the child in the foster home within 2 business days. Adhering to SCO casework contact policies, the Case Planner will conduct ongoing face‑to‑face contacts with the child, parent, and foster parent on caseload assessing for safety and risk. Complete Foster Home Safety Checklists, Birth Parent Safety Checklists, Safety and Abuse Risk Questionnaires, and Clothing Checklists during casework contacts on a monthly basis. Count and monitor medication and medication compliance. Complete ongoing documentation in Connections with 7 business days of the event date. Assess safety and risk as well as protective and promotive factors and collaborate with families to create safety plans. Work in partnership with the child/family to continuously identify their strengths, resources, and supports needed and engage families to actively participate in the development and assessment of their service plan. Make referrals for services for children and families, both internally and externally (i.e., Health Homes Care Management, CFTSS, Preventive, and therapy). Work side‑by‑side with the foster parent and birthparent to support and provide treatment and crisis intervention to the child in their care. Collaborate with parent advocates and case aides to encourage and support parents in taking steps to address personal and/or family challenges so that their children and safely return home. Accompany and support children and parents through various appointments including school, medical, and drug treatment, etc. Support families through the Public Assistance process, PATH process, and provide referrals, as needed. Engage parents and foster families in concurrent planning from the beginning of the case, and work with foster parents toward adoption or KinGAP as appropriate based on each child's permanency goal. Attend all required trainings including Core Case Planning and TRIPP. Case Planners should be aware of any significant changes in the field and be willing to attend outside trainings, seminars, and workshops, as needed for professional development. Complete timely comprehensive Permanency Hearing reports and FASP's regarding the status of the family's action plan and progress toward permanency. Complete Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children (ICPC), emergency homestudies, and Termination of Parental Rights packets, as needed. Intervene in crisis situations to help the child and family stabilize. Reinforce foster parent trainings. Attend and testify in court appearances. Support and supervise family time between parents and children, as well as siblings and other significant resources. Provide transportation as needed. Within 30 days of placement, complete initial treatment plan. Attend all interdisciplinary team meetings and actively provide information regarding services being provided to the child. Fulfills duty of Mandated Reporter, which entails reporting any suspected instances of child abuse or maltreatment. Meet with Supervisor one‑on‑one on a consistent basis to discuss safety and permanency issues of caseload. Communicates and work effectively with SCO foster care support staff such as Case Planners, Fair Future Coaches, Education Specialists, Parent Advocates, Case Aides, and medical and mental health staff and with NYC Children's Services, outside medical and mental health centers, schools, consultants, other SCO programs, and all other relevant parties. Adheres to SCO's personnel policies. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree required, BSW or MSW preferred. Approved background clearances and fingerprinting are required. Excellent oral and written communication. Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel and Connections. Bilingual abilities are strongly encouraged. Employee Characteristics In addition, all EFFC employees should possess the following characteristics: Be team players. Maintain a constructive, cooperative, and positive atmosphere. Demonstrate commitment to the Agency's mission and values. Be able to empathize and provide quality services to children and families that have histories of chemical dependency, mental illness, neglect, physical, sexual and/or emotional abuse. Be willing to work closely with children, families, and staff from different cultural and religious backgrounds, as well as from varying socio-economic statuses. Work competently, compassionately and without judgment with individuals who may identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and/or may be in different stages of discovering or disclosing their sexual orientation or gender identity. Possess a strong belief in people's ability to grow and change; forge a mutually respectful partnership with persons served and their families. Be flexible in their ability to work extended hours or irregular schedules in response to the program's needs. Be willing to travel between the various EFFC offices and other agency sites, as required. Demonstrate an ability to set limits and maintain the helping role of practitioner, as well as to intervene appropriately. Travel Required Yes . Yes, 50 % of the Time Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Facilitates an individual's independence, individualization, inclusion and productivity (otherwise know as the 3 IP's) Completes daily checklists and monthly summaries based on the valued outcomes on the Day Habilitation Plan Completes communication sheets and submits them to IRA's and family members, as requested Support and advocate for all individual's within the community Create meaningful activities for individuals within their community Performs all other duties as assigned Qualifications High School Diploma (minimum) OPWDD Fingerprint and Background Clearance Valid NYS Drivers License and Insured Vehicle Clean driving record

Responsibilities: The pre-admission evaluation study and plan leading up to the admission assessment. Evaluates each individual's need for nursing care on a periodic and continuing basis, and when appropriate provide such care under the supervision of the Director of Nursing and Treatment Plan. The development of discharge plans. The referral to appropriate community resources and specialty clinics. Conduct in-service training with regard to personal hygiene, medication administration, safety precautions, communicable diseases, etc. Implementation of appropriate protective and preventive measures. Develop treatment plans, in conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team, consisting of an evaluation of the nursing needs and selection of nursing procedures and practices which will best serve the individual's health care needs. Administration of medication and treatments to the residents Record on the individuals medical records nursing observations and action taken, such as nursing care given, medications and treatments given, reactions to treatments, tests, the intake and output of fluids and solids and the client's vital signs. Record nursing needs of individuals. Prepare and review monthly MAR/TAR Follow up and follow through with the pharmacy to order , reorder and discontinue individual's medications Review referrals from other specialties that they are addressed timely and appropriately Available for on-call duty and to work varied shifts as the needs arises. Work harmoniously and cooperatively with all consulting and/or contracted medical services to insure recommended treatments are carried out, integrated and documented into the treatment plans. Insure that the inventory standards for medicines, solutions, supplies and equipment are maintained to meet nursing care needs. Account for the issuance of controlled drugs and narcotics and inventories of these drugs. Provide appropriate information to the individual and family about such areas as sustaining and preventive health care, personal hygiene, methods of family or self-treatments, possible side effects of medications, specialty visits, ER visits, incidents, etc. Serve as a liaison, interpreter or as accompaniment to individual with outside providers of health services. May train direct support staff by way of demonstrations and the provision of written and oral instructions in the performance of nursing techniques and the use of certain nursing equipment. Carry out all policies of the agency issued management in accordance with OCFS, ACS, DOH, NYSBN and/or other funding agency guidelines. Be an inter-disciplinary team player Report all issues to the Director of Nursing The essential functions for the job include, but are not limited to, the duties listed in the job description. Qualifications - External Qualifications: Licensed by NYS Dept. of Education Experience in OPWDD settings or with IDD population First Aid and CPR certifications preferred. Has respect and consideration for the resident being served. Excellent Communication Skills(verbal and written) Statement SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

A community-focused organization is seeking a Group Leader to supervise children in an after-school program, ensuring safety and engagement through planned activities. The ideal candidate will have at least a high school diploma and experience working with children. This part-time role involves chaperoning field trips and maintaining attendance records. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Commitment to a youth development perspective is essential. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Facilitates an individual's independence, individualization, inclusion and productivity (otherwise know as the 3 IP's) Completes daily checklists and monthly summaries based on the valued outcomes on the Day Habilitation Plan Completes communication sheets and submits them to IRA's and family members, as requested Support and advocate for all individual's within the community Create meaningful activities for individuals within their community Performs all other duties as assigned Qualifications - External High School Diploma (minimum) OPWDD Fingerprint and Background Clearance Valid NYS Drivers License and Insured Vehicle Clean driving record Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

JOB TITLE: CASAC DEPARTMENT: Family Treatment and Rehabilitation Program SCO's Family Treatment & Rehabilitation (FTR) Program provides supportive counseling and case management to increase safety, reduce risk and promote wellbeing for families coping with mental illness and/or substance abuse. The CASAC is responsible for evaluation, treatment recommendations, brief supportive interventions and consultation with the treatment team. The CASAC works closely with the team to insure all responsibilities are carried out in accordance with model fidelity and the standards of FTR, ACS and SCO Family of Services. We offer strong supervision and rich professional development. REPORTS TO: Program Director SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Evaluate and provide treatment recommendations and supportive individual and group interventions for parents, caregivers and youth. Learn the FTR practice model by participating in training and case consultation. Adhere to fidelity of the FTR model: Work within model structure regarding case contacts, interventions, supervision, documentation and length of treatment. Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team including Case Planners, Supervisors, Mental Health Specialist, Case Aides and FTC Facilitators. Participate as the substance abuse expert in Clinical Diagnostic Team Meetings to determine treatment plans. Provide expert consultation and training to staff on substance abuse related dynamics and best practices. Provide consultation on crisis management plans and safety plans as needed. Conduct toxicology tests as needed. Provide resources to staff for treatment referrals. Participate in Family Team Conferences as needed. Provide home based evaluations if necessary. Complete all required documentation and data entry within deadlines Utilize mobile technology to complete documentation. Attend individual and group supervision and all necessary meetings and trainings. Demonstrate strong sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic diversity. Commit to being an active contributor to the vision and mission of the program. Work to create and support a respectful learning environment. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS BA and CASAC / CASAC-T Bilingual a plus, preferably Spanish-speaking Previous experience in child welfare or family services setting preferred. Some evening hours required. Excellent organizational, written and oral skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Commitment to working from a strength based perspective.

Job Title: Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) Specialist Department: Performance and Quality Improvement Location: HYBRID, 3 days in the office as needed to meet the needs of the Position- Dix Hills NY and Queens Purpose of the Position: To conduct Quality Improvement activities within the Department/division to help ensure the quality of care and services of the persons and families served at SCO Family of Services. Reports to: Primary reporting is to the Director of PQI Supervises: N/A Specific Responsibilities: Assist program staff to meet Federal, State and local code and regulations and accrediting body standards. Facilitate the preparation of Annual Action Plans, in support of long-range strategic plans, for submission at the beginning and end of the year, as well as quarterly reporting. Conduct Case Record Review activities and prepare quarterly and annual Case Record Review reports, aggregating data, analyzing trends, and working collaboratively with program staff regarding follow-up activities and improvements, as required. Coordinate and/or conduct Consumer Safety activities including the following: investigations/assessments and evaluations of critical/serious incidents, accidents and grievances; incident/accident/grievance tracking; case reviews related to incidents; working closely with the Incident Management Unit on incident management requirements. Prepare quarterly and annual Consumer Safety reports, aggregating incident /accident /grievance data, analyzing quarterly and annual trends and working collaboratively with program staff regarding follow-up activities and improvements. Prepare for, schedule and conduct program Incident Review Committee (PIRC) meetings, at least quarterly but usually every other month, if necessary. Conduct and/or coordinate the implementation and on-going administration of the Customer Satisfaction Surveys; aggregating data, analyzing trends and working collaboratively with program staff regarding follow-up activities and improvements, as required. Prepare the Consumer Satisfaction Survey report and feedback mechanism. Prepare quarterly and annual Internal Quality Monitoring reports capturing key program indicators and other quality improvement data involving trends and working collaboratively with program staff regarding follow-up activities and improvements, as required. Facilitate the submission of Outcome Measures: Track Key Outcomes and Performance measurements throughout the year, aggregating data, analyzing quarterly and annual trends and working collaboratively with program staff regarding follow-up activities and improvements. Develop, as needed, and/or utilize agency systems for on-going program data collection and trend analysis, implementing procedures to use such systems in areas such as: demographics, incidents and accidents, the conduct of investigations, program specific demographics, etc. Assist with the formulation, implementation and monitoring of corrective actions to ensure program improvement including but not limited to: policy/procedure development and review, systems development and review, establishing benchmarks, personnel assignments, training, etc., tracking the implementation of corrective actions providing follow-up, as needed, with program staff. Participate in Quality Team meetings. Communicate results and recommendations to key audiences including the presentation of Quality Improvement reports to staff with analysis of trends. Assure recording of minutes, as appropriate. Ensure the implementation requirements, as indicated in the agency Quality Improvement manual. Assist program staff with updating the Program Manual ensuring new/updated regulations and protocols are entered. Coordinate and assist with reaccreditation preparation activities (Council on Accreditation and Praesidium). Complete all mandatory and assigned training requirements. Other duties and tasks as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree is preferred in Human Services, Social Work, Health Care Administration, Public Administration or similar field. Three years of experience in quality improvement/program evaluation and/or administration in not-for-profit settings preferred. Experience with computer database and word-processing programs such as MS-Office Suite-Word, Excel, Access-to create and maintain databases, track and analyze information and data, desirable. Experience with audit preparation, accreditation/survey activities (especially COA), TQM, CPI and Outcomes measurement is desirable. Three years of experience with Care Management Health Homes and DOH regulations. Good oral and written communication skills. Relationship with Others: Must be a team player, able to engage people throughout the agency, to interact with Administrative and Managerial staff as well as Supervisory and Direct Care Staff, as appropriate. Have a strong sensitivity to cultural differences to work well amongst staff, persons and families served and complete tasks as assigned. Ability to set limits and maintain professional boundaries, maintain role, work collaboratively and respectfully to intervene appropriately as a quality improvement staff person. Working Conditions: Work conducted in office and program environments. Must be willing to travel to other facilities in Queens and Brooklyn.

Responsibilities: Provide classroom support as a floater, fulfilling assistant teacher duties when in the classroom Manage eligibility, recruitment, selection, enrollment, and attendance meeting the needs of income-eligible families and in response to community assessment. Ensure program maintains funded enrollment level and waiting list, fill vacancies as needed at the individual sites and analyze enrollment data to inform the planning process Analyze causes of absenteeism when average daily attendance falls below 90% Ensure the completion of the child health screening, other required screenings and assessments and is familiar with referral requirements Oversee the planning and implementation of parent orientation Participate in recruiting children from the community Assisting families in determining family strengths, needs, and goals Refer and link children and parents to needed services including health and social services, disabilities, early childhood education and care services, and a range of parent development training opportunities Collaborate with classroom teachers to facilitate children's transitions and progress in the classroom Planning parent activities, encourage parent participation in program activities and obtain feedback from parents regarding the level of satisfaction with the services they receive Attend family support team meetings, staff meetings, staff trainings, collaborations and planning meetings Promote and maintain parent involvement in activities, and services In collaboration with Educational Director or Center Director, facilitate parent committee meetings Develop relationships with other community-based service providers that provide needed services to families by completing linkage agreement. Maintain a working knowledge of community resources and current trends in social services Maintain records and document services in a timely manner Implement protocols to follow up on students' absences Enter service data into the management information system (EI: WES , Myschool and ChildPlus) Ensure implementation of all programming requirements in adherence to all performance outcome standards as prescribed by the multiple funding and model requirements Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or higher in social work or a related field. Candidates without a Bachelor's degree but with experience in early childhood education and working with families will be considered Relevant experience working with children and families in a community-based program Demonstrated ability to stay abreast of developments in best practice and research relating to early education and family engagement Ability to establish supportive relationships with children and families from diverse backgrounds

LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES OF NEW YORK Bilingual QA Support Aide - Unaccompanied Minors Program REPORTS TO: Quality Improvement Specialist Supervisor/PSA Compliance Manager CLASSIFICATION: Full Time EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT: Non-Exempt (Hourly) GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Lutheran Safe Haven Shelter and Transitional Foster Care Program is a 24-hour program that serves unaccompanied children (UCs) in immigration custody who are awaiting release to their sponsors. The Case Aide will provide administrative support to the Case Managers. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Review, scan, and file records containing Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in accordance with privacy and compliance protocols. • Provide administrative support to the QA/Compliance team and maintain clear communication with related departments. • Maintaining and organizing charts accordingly. • Complete chart audits, portal checks, and staff compliance checks to ensure all documentation is audit ready. • Ensure all weekly and monthly reports and spreadsheets are completed on time. • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including but not limited to HIPAA. • Provides support to other departments as requested. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: • High School diploma (required) • Associate's degree (preferred) • 1 Yr. experience in the following: Data entry, Auditing, Record Management, Administrative or clerical (preferred) • 1Yr. experience with child welfare (preferred) SKILLS & ABILITIES: • Bilingual in English and Spanish (required) • Good communication and writing skills • Ability to work collaboratively with others • Superior organizational skills, resourceful, and able to manage time effectively • Attention to detail • Experience and facility with Microsoft Applications

SCO Family of Services helps youth who participate in the Learn to Work program to build skills and gain exposure to career paths in a safe learning environment. We offer comprehensive job-readiness workshops covering such topics as appropriate work behavior, interviewing skills, money management, and resume creation. The skills and interests of each student are assessed to determine potential work areas. We also reach out to local businesses to help create job opportunities for the young people. Qualifications - External Must be between ages 15-21 Must attend an eligible HS Work a maximum of 15 hours per week Statement SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

Client Care Coordinator Supervisor KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provides clinical and administrative supervision to Client Care Coordinators to monitor performance, provides training to teach new skills and coaches to improve performance Utilizes management tools and database to track staff work activities including outreach, intake, assessment, service planning and delivery, referrals and linkages to community-based organizations, follow-up, collaboration with collateral contacts, documentation, confidentiality and contact standards Develops and implements performance improvement plans and manages progressive disciplinary process as needed Writes and delivers performance appraisals Conducts quality improvement reviews; develops and implements action plans to improve effectiveness and efficiency of staff Assists in the planning and implementation of operational procedures and provides program management with continuous feedback about operations Serves as point of contact for crisis intervention services Maintains clinical documentation and records that uphold all HIPAA regulations Collaborates with referral sources including clinical care providers and legal entities Reviews and addresses treatment/medication adherence issues as needed Utilizes multiple Electronic Health Record systems Develops, delivers and participates in ongoing professional trainings JOB REQUIREMENTS Master's Degree in social services or behavioral health related field required; Current licensure-LCSW Three (3) years of job-related experience supervising staff who deliver medical, mental health or substance abuse-focused services to individuals living with chronic medical and/or severe and persistent behavioral health needs Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing and computer skills Working knowledge of medical and/or behavioral health care environments including diagnoses/assessment, clinical terminology, documentation standards and health information systems strongly preferred Required to work weekends, late nights, and schedule is subjected to change based on program needs Bilingual Spanish or French a plus Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Provide individual therapy as well as family therapy (when indicated) for youth in the LGBTQ Program. • Conduct screening assessments, including trauma and depression screens and suicide risk screens. • Complete all contractually required case documentation in the Electronic Health Record • Participate in team meetings, program-wide staff meetings, and mandated training, • Provide crisis intervention. • Participate in and support implementation of evidence-based/evidence-informed therapeutic model(s). • Ensure that services are delivered in compliance with SCO Family of Services, NYS, and federal standards, as well as standards for professional ethics. • Serve as a resource for program staff on factors that affect youth functioning, including trauma, domestic violence, mental illness, and substance use. • Participate and promote a positive, supportive and cooperative team environment. • Accept assignments as requested by clinical supervisor and/or Director of Clinical Services. • NYS license (LMSW/LCSW, LMHC, psychologist). • Bilingual (Spanish) a plus • Knowledge of trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment models a plus. • Experience in multi-cultural environments working with underserved youth and their families. • Experience working with LGBTQ youth. • Physical exam • Clearance by NYS Central Register, NYS Justice Center, DMV (if licensed driver), and fingerprinting • Ability to work late afternoons to early evenings.

SCO Family of Services (SCO) seeks a Law Intern for a 7-week position, to work closely with its Chief Legal Counsel and staff in the Legal Department in the summer. We offer a $5,000 stipend for this internship. SCO seeks a law student who is completing the first or second year of law school by the Summer of 2025. Start and end dates for this position are flexible* (June 01-July 31) **To successfully apply for this position, please submit the following documentation to: *****************,** 1) a cover letter that describes your interest in SCO's Summer 2026 Law Internship program and highlights any experience and background that demonstrates your commitment to public interest work and/or public service; 2) a resume; 3) your current academic transcript; 4) a writing sample (no more than 5 pages long) that showcases your research and writing skills. The selected candidate will be someone who is interested in public service, a career in public interest, with excellent research and writing skills, and strong intellectual curiosity. The candidate should also have an interest in not-for-profit law, family law, health law, or an area of the law that overlaps with SCO's mission to serve New York's most vulnerable children and families. This position will be based in SCO's Long Island (Garden City) headquarters, but aspects of the internship may be remote. The Summer 2026 Law Intern will work closely with in-house counsel and members of the executive team and staff to gain an understanding of the inner workings of the Legal Department of a large not-for-profit that delivers innovative and diverse services to New York's most vulnerable children and families. You will learn what it is like to be an in-house attorney for a not-for-profit. In this role, your duties will include supporting the tightly knit Legal Department team in matters such as: Legal Research & Writing; Litigation & Risk Management; Board Governance; Contract Review; Work with Outside Counsel.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Reports directly to Senior Program Coordinator. Able to facilitate groups sessions at our secure detention facility 5 days a week. Assist in recruitment efforts for program participation. Facilitate workshops and instruction of ProFathering15 curriculum and related activities to pre-release participants on Riker's Island (Department of Correction). Research and curation of relevant and up-to-date materials for sessions as needed. Provide a minimum of two (2) Support Groups per week, including input and assistance from Peer Mentors. Maintain accurate documentation and database of sessions and participant attendance. Enter attendance and session data into DOC system. Collaborate with the Family Development Coach, Young Adult Workforce program leadership, and other related personnel to provide comprehensive services. Ensure the integrity of the program, communicating with the Department of Youth & Community Development (DYCD) and the Department of Corrections (DOC) on jail and community-based program progress. Perform other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. 35-Hour work week; Evening schedule (11 am to 7 pm) QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Criminal Justice or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred. Strong knowledge of community resources and challenges facing formerly incarcerated individuals. Ability to obtain Department of Corrections clearance and work within the constraints of facility guidelines. Including lock downs and personal screenings, this can be changed at the discretion of the Department of Correction. Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and communication (written and verbal) skills. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Bi-Lingual a plus. Flexibility and dependability. SKILLS: Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and under pressure. High levels of drive, determination, and commitment. Excellent teamwork skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills and a capacity to work with a wide range of people. Ability to act under own initiative and constantly strive to deliver excellence and creativity in your work. Ability to deal with complex issues and communicate them to management and staff members. Ability to prioritize urgent issues whilst achieving outcomes to agreed deadlines.

The Deer Park Community Residence Facility (Deer Park CR) is a trauma-informed therapeutic program that provides the most intensive residential mental health services available outside of a hospital setting. This is a step down from acute level of care. The Deer Park CR Program helps youth strengthen connections with family, while improving outcomes through a youth-guided, family-driven and trauma-sensitive approach to treatment. The 24-hour facility offers a wide range of therapeutic services as well as comprehensive mental health, medical, recreational and independent living supports. Intensive treatment plans direct the individualized treatment of each youth. The Deer Park CR's trauma-responsive treatment environment promotes safety, sensitivity and healing where clients can feel secure enough to address unresolved trauma while learning to maintain emotional regulation and employ self-care strategies. Responsibilities: · Responsible for the development of therapeutic recreation activities. · Completes the initial recreational assessment within 4 weeks of admission to the program and every 3 months thereafter. · Completes monthly recreation note for each resident and ensuring that community rehabilitation services corresponds to the current service plan. · Assist in the coordination of general leisure time and pro social activities. · Develop, oversee, and partake in the recreational activities where appropriate. · Plans, coordinates, and directs projects participation for residents when indicated as part of their service plan.. · Coordinates recreation activities with CR staff. · Leads and interprets the recreation program to enhance involvement of the staff, interns, and volunteers. · Locates, recommends, and involves residents in community recreation programs. · Orders supplies and equipment for recreation services with prior approval of program director. · Develop individual goals for residents who have difficulty organizing their leisure time while working in conjunction with other staff to develop opportunities for goals to be addressed within recreational activities. · Goals will include both individual and group goals. · Establish community linkages for recreational activities. · Attends in-service training as indicated. · Serve as a linkage between weekday and weekend staff, including working weekends. · Performs other duties as requested. II. QUALIFICATIONS: · Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy and experience working with mentally ill children and adolescents. · Acceptable clearance checks for State Central Register, Driver license and fingerprinting as required by the program. · Compliance with health regulations for physical/mantoux testing. · Attending NCI class for certification/re-certification and passing a test upon completion of course is a minimum requirement for employment. SCO Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer Schedule:Tues-Saturday 3pm-11pm

SCO Family of Services helps youth who participate in the Learn to Work program to build skills and gain exposure to career paths in a safe learning environment. We offer comprehensive job-readiness workshops covering such topics as appropriate work behavior, interviewing skills, money management, and resume creation. The skills and interests of each student are assessed to determine potential work areas. We also reach out to local businesses to help create job opportunities for the young people. Qualifications - External 15-21 years of age Must attend an eligible HS Work no more than 15 hours per week Statement SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.

Responsibilities include: Develop and maintain full caseload of families per Nurse Family Partnership guidelines. Deliver culturally sensitive services to diverse populations within your home community. Maintain fidelity to the Nurse Family Parternship model re: frequency, content and documentation of services. Ensure adherence to program and agency policies and procedures. SCO Family of Services is an equal employment opportunity employer Qualifications: BS in Nursing required. Current RN license (in good standing) required. Minimum of two years recent experience in maternal/child health, pediatrics, and/or community health required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Basic computer skills Strong organizational/time management skills Spanish, French and Creole language skills a plus. SCO Family of Services is committed to ensuring the safety of our clients. All staff are screened and trained. Any inappropriate interactions with clients are taken seriously. We will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse. Job Type: Full-time

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Caseworker with Child (30%) Maintains ongoing qualitative social work and child care contacts in compliance with regulatory mandates. Advocates vigorously for appropriate educational and vocational placements for each resident. Prepares cases for six-month interdisciplinary reviews and actively contributes to the development of comprehensive service plans. Serves as the resident's advocate in collaborative planning with the Department of Mental Health, Youth Development Services, and the program's Nursing and Management Units. Facilitates case progression to ensure placement in the most appropriate and least restrictive setting for required services. Caseworker with Family (30%) Maintains and facilitates ongoing qualitative social work contacts with families, children, and siblings in compliance with regulatory mandates. Executes diligent efforts to locate family members for each youth in the program and implements creative strategies to engage them in service planning and delivery. Advocates for and coordinates family therapy and other supportive collateral services when appropriate. Develops realistic, timely discharge plans and promotes the principles of the Family-to-Family initiative through collaboration with direct care staff, birth parents, youth, and neighborhood residents. Builds communities of care by fostering strong relationships with significant individuals and service providers within the family reside. Casework with Collateral Persons (15%) Maintains regular contact and effective working relationships with key stakeholders involved in service planning and delivery, including child care staff, educators, court and legal representatives, foster parents, medical personnel, and other caseworkers. Advocates vigorously for services that empower and enhance client functioning. Ensures a holistic, culturally sensitive, family-centered, and child-focused presentation of case details. Represents the agency at neighborhood service network meetings and other forums and actively participates in community education initiatives. Record keeping (25%) Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic and paper case records, ensuring complete, timely documentation of all casework activities is a critical component of this role. Facilitates compliance with City and State regulatory standards and practices. Prepares and submits all required reports, including service plans, permanency hearing reports, and progress notes, within established deadlines. Performs all other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Experience required: Proven success in foster boarding home or residential childcare work preferred. Demonstrated knowledge and competency in the Family-to-Family service model highly desirable. Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited college or university preferred. Degrees in other disciplines will be given full consideration. Special Skills: Familiarity with the assigned community and knowledge of the major cultural groups within the neighborhoods served. Preferred qualifications include residence in the community where the position is located, cultural alignment with the population served, and proficiency in the language(s) spoken by major groups in the area. Must possess excellent writing skills and basic computer proficiency, including email, word processing, and internet research. ESSENTIALS CHARACTERISTICS Team-oriented and collaborative. Culturally sensitive and respectful of diversity. Strong belief in personal growth and ability to build respectful partnerships with clients and families. Skilled at setting boundaries, maintaining a professional role, and intervening appropriately.

Job DescriptionHHA/PCA - Part Time - 2nd ShiftRegular Part-TimeJamestown, NY, US Lutheran's Hultquist Place, an assisted living facility, is currently seeking a compassionate and caring Certified Home Health Aide (HHA) for a Part Time, 2nd shift position, working 2pm-10pm. The scheduling rotation for this position includes every other weekend off and a normal rotation of 3 days on and 2 days off. This position is required to learn how to pass medication and perform that duty, as scheduled. Salary Range: $18.65 Minimum to $25.82 Maximum Shift Differential(s): While working 2nd shift, Lutheran employees receive an additional $1.50/hour. If scheduled to perform the medication pass on any shift, Lutheran employees also receive an additional $1.50/hour. Purpose: Our HHAs provide direct care to residents as indicated by the individual care plan, under the supervision of the Director of Patient Services in accordance with facility policies and procedures and report resident needs and concerns to the Director of Patient Services. This person is also responsible for medication administration as well. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have HHA or PCA Certification, which means the successful completion of New York State training for home health aide services or equivalent exam approved by New York State is required. Knowledge of data entry in computer for medical records. Job Duties: Follows written and oral directions. Follows established performance standards and performs duties according to facility service policies and procedures. Follows Resident's rights policies at all times Accepts assigned duties in a cooperative manner Provides assistance with personal hygiene according to the residents care plan. Assists with application of topical treatments. Identifies resident problems and concerns and reports them immediately to the Charge Person. Conducts resident rounds as assigned. Assures residents have call lights at hand and answers call lights promptly Implements corrective action as necessary under the direction of Director of Patient Services. Reports and records incidents and/or unusual problems according to established facility procedures. Reports to Charge person, the care provided to the resident and the resident's response or lack of response to care provided. Reports changes in residents' conditions to Director of Patient Services. Completes documentation utilizing computerized medical record system accurately, timely and following facility policies and procedures. Refers resident and family complaints and problems to Charge person. Assures residents are monitored with meals, nourishment and transportation to meal service area. Consistently work cooperatively with residents, Director of Patient Services, RN Case Manager, CHHA RN other nursing personnel, physicians, families, consultants and ancillary service providers. Provides housekeeping services to residents. Provides other supportive tasks for residents as needed. Follows facility procedures for admission, discharge and transfer of residents. We hope to hear from you! Lutheran Social Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.