Description

Clinician, School Based - Days

MSW/MHC's with a Limited Permit are eligible for a $2,500 signing bonus!

Licensed Social Workers are eligible for a $7,500 signing bonus!

As a Clinician, you will work collaboratively with the school district and as part of an interdisciplinary team with identified students, by providing clinical counseling to the youth and their family in an outpatient mental health clinic, licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH), imbedded within the School Building. You will report to the Director of the Behavioral Health Center and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with the school district to identify and treat a caseload of students with mental health needs providing a comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and individual and family therapy services to those assigned to caseload.
• Create initial treatment plans, subsequent treatment plan reviews, progress notes for each scheduled appointment, and other documentation and assessments as indicated.
• Collaborate with the associated clinic prescriber, other medical and mental health providers, school staff and any other community supports for client care.
• Attend school-based Behavioral Health Center staff meeting once a month.
• Attend and participate in supervision; weekly, bi-weekly or monthly based on licensure level or individual needs.
• Provide referrals and linkages to community supports, resources, and services.

Requirements and Education:

• Master's degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counselor.
• Experience in human services, case management, line staff at a residential program, or any other related direct care within human services, both pre and post master degree, will be considered.
• License and/or Limited Permit eligible, have a limited permit in discipline or Fully Licensed (LMHC/LCSW/LCSW-R), preferred.
• Good standing with the NYS Office of the Professions.
• NYS Drivers License in good standing

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

As a Family Peer Advocate, you will support youth and parents/caregivers through the referral, orientation, and navigation process related to the Residential Treatment Facility. You will report to the Director of RTF and you will work onsite with travel required.

Responsibilities:

• Upon referral, schedule face-to-face contact with the parent/caregiver of youth being referred. The purpose is early engagement and to explain what to expect with the pre-admission and admission process.
• Work with the youth, family, and RTF Transition Coordinators on early engagement, and treatment planning, and discharge planning with post follow-up.
• Participate in all pre-admission meetings, admission day events, treatment team meetings, red flag, and other meetings with the parent/caregiver of youth on case load.
• Conduct the Family Assessment of Needs and Strengths (FANS) within 30 days of the youth being admitted and every 90 days thereafter.
• Complete the FANS form, Family Plan, and individual tracking sheet for each family.
• Develop goals of the FANS, and document progress on the goals on an ongoing basis.
• Conduct monthly and more frequent meetings with the parent/caregiver to review and work on goals.
• Provide transportation to parent/caregiver for meetings.
• Perform home visits.
• Provide linkages to the parent/caregiver's county-level family support services program.
• Provide emotional support to parent/caregiver.
• Help parent/caregiver navigate the residential system.
• Provide consultation to staff regarding working with families of children with emotional difficulties.
• Maintain appropriate records for each family.
• Stay current with PEP.
• Participate in trainings that support the role: BBI, Coalition, and Wrap around trainings.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires an Associate's degree and one to two years of related experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Must be a parent of a child with an emotional disability; experience advocating for services in a residential setting desired.
• Driver's license is required.

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do meaningful work.

Qualifications

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Qualifications

Description

As an Administrative Assistant for Foster Care, you will be responsible for administrative support to ensure the efficient daily operation of the foster care office. You will be a contact for both internal and external collaterals, clients, parents and foster parents. You will report to the Program Coordinator/Assistant Director and work onsite with occasional travel for meetings or events.

Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls, manage emails and correspondence while providing excellent customer service and relaying messages
• Help maintain electronic client and foster parent files assure accurate filing of confidential material for open and closed records
• Use EVOLV to input referral and admission information
• Help with intake paperwork and other documentation needed for client admissions and transitions
• Help with billing processes, basic accounting tasks
• Help monitor documentation accuracy and completeness for audits and reviews
• Help schedule appointments and meetings
• Order office supplies, manage inventory, and coordinate maintenance of office equipment
• Create and edit documents
• Take meeting minutes
• Collaborate with other administrative staff to address requests and queries
• Fax, copy, and scan documents

Requirements and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1+ years of experience in office management, experience developing internal processes and filing systems, and comfort handling confidential information required
• 1+ years of experience in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications required
• A valid NYS driver's license required

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

As a Clinical Time Transition Program (CTTP) Youth Peer Advocate, you will provide support for youth transitioning from a hospital setting back to their community. You will work with youth, their families, schools, and community resources to promote successful reintegration and long-term stability.You will draw from personal lived experience, to help youth navigate challenges, develop self-advocacy skills, and build confidence as they reintegrate into school, home, and community life. You will report to the Director of the Hospital to Home (H2H) Program, and you will work onsite with community travel and opportunities for remote work.

Responsibilities:

• Build trusting, supportive relationships with youth based on shared lived experiences
• Offer emotional support and encouragement during the transition process
• Provide guidance on coping strategies, and self-advocacy skills
• Help peer support groups, workshops, and recreational activities that promote emotional well-being
• Assist youth in setting personal goals and navigating challenges related to school, friendships, and family dynamics
• Empower youth to take an active role in their treatment processes
• Help youth understand and access community-based resources, including mental health services, after-school programs, and employment opportunities
• Support youth in developing independent living skills, including self-care
• Work with caregivers, providers, and community organizations to provide a smooth transition
• Advocate for youth needs within the treatment team and ensure their voices are heard in care planning
• Educate youth on their rights in mental health, education, and social services systems
• Participate in program development efforts to create youth-friendly services and policies
• Maintain accurate records of peer support interactions while ensuring confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
• Track progress and identify areas where additional support may be needed
• Contribute to program evaluation efforts and provide feedback for service improvements
• Maintain accurate records of peer support interactions while ensuring confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
• Track progress and identify areas where additional support may be needed
• Contribute to program evaluation efforts and provide feedback for service improvements

Requirements and Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Lived experience receiving mental health services as a youth required, per NYS Office of Mental Health requirement.
• Certification as a Youth Peer Advocate or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire required
• Flexibility in working hours, including some evenings or weekends, to accommodate youth schedules
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply
• Valid NYS driver's license required.
• Must be between ages 18 - 30

Benefits

• Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• 401 (K) plan
• Life Insurance
• Loan repayment assistance
• Free training/CEU opportunities

About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern RiversFamily of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any othercharacteristicprotected under applicable law. We cherishthe unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.

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