Description

As a Community Service Provider, you will provide home and community-based services to help children with emotional and mental health challenges. You will travel locally to work with children and families in their communities providing a core of rehabilitative services to ensure success, including non-licensed counseling and support for youth and family, skill building, peer support, caregiver support and advocacy, pre-vocational services and respite. You will report to a Community Service Provider Supervisor, and work onsite within the community, as travel is required and documentation may be completed remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Provide services within a Family-driven Care framework, including respecting family choice and voice, believing in each family’s potential to learn and grow, and utilizing strategies that empower families
• Work with family members to identify goals and objectives of treatment
• Provide services based on the needs as identified in the Treatment Plan
• Coordinate with the child and caregiver on the scheduling and provision of services
• Participate in relevant treatment meetings and attend all required trainings
• Complete all documentation

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of related experience OR
• Master's degree in Social Work, counseling, psych, or a related human service and at least one year of related experience
• 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 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 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

Qualifications

POSITION OVERVIEW

Lifeguard – Albany , NY

Starting rate is $22 per hour!Ideal seasonal position with flexible schedule from Memorial Day to Labor Day weekend. Daytime and early evening hours on weekdays and/or weekends.

The Parsons and Northeast residential programs are seeking full-time and part-timeLifeguards to work out of either our Albany or Schenectady campus (applicants may choose their preferred location). Our Lifeguards provide rescue and lifesaving services, teach water safety and swim instruction to children and adolescents in program during the summer months, and help maintain our pools for optimal health and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and maintain order in the swimming pool area to prevent accidents
• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning, administering first aid as needed
• Inspect the swimming facilities at the beginning and end of each shift for cleanliness; monitor and record the chlorine content and pH level of the water
• Provide students with ongoing swimming instruction based on ability level
• Hold students and staff accountable to the rules of the pool area and report any concerns with adherence of these rules to a Residential Supervisor
• Work as needed in other areas of the recreational department during inclement weather
  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires an Advance Life Saving certificate or equivalent (must be a certified Lifeguard)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working with children and adolescents and the ability to understand the basics of the therapeutic environment preferred

If you’ve got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services. We’re a family of human service agencies united in our passion to help the children, adults, and families of the Capital Region and beyond.

Apply today to become part of our team!

Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

POSITION OVERVIEW

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!

TheSchool Based Clinicianis responsible for providing clinical services to youth and their families according to program and regulatory guidelines, ensuring that all services are strengths-based, individualized, and comprehensive according to need.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide clinical services to youth and their families as assigned.
• Participate in the integrated service planning process for all youths enrolled.
• Ensure all service plans are strengths-based, individualized, and comprehensive according to need.
• Monitor the effectiveness of integrated service plans and review.
• Ensure all service are coordinated with other service providers.
• Access supports in the School or in the community as indicated.
• Assist families as needed in accessing assessments and recommendations for psychotropic medication.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a Masters degree, MSW or equivalent.
• Experience, training, or education commensurate with working with children with serious and persistent emotional disturbance is desired.
• Experience with working in a school environment is preferred.
• Must be licensed prior to starting, or have an active limited permit. LMSW, LCSW, or LCSW-R preferred.
• Required to pass licensing exam within six months of employment if working with a limited permit.
• Drivers license is required.

If you’ve got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services. We’re a family of human service agencies united in our passion to help the children, adults, and families of the Capital Region and beyond.

Our employees receive a generous time off and health care package, tuition reimbursement, loan repayment assistance, free training/CEU opportunities, flexible work schedule, and much more!

Apply today to become part of our team!

Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

Description

Licensed Community Clinician - CFTSS

$1,500.00 Sign on Bonus

It pays to start NOW!

As a Licensed Community Clinician, you will provide home and community-based assessments, treatment planning, and individual and family therapy with children and their caregivers. You will provide clinical and therapeutic services to children (up to age 21) and their caregivers through this Medicaid- funded program. You will provide services to children and their families in the setting most beneficial to them including home and community--based, office--based, telehealth, or a combination thereof, as agreed upon in the child’s treatment plan.

You will report to the Clinical Supervisor/ Clinical Director. You will work a hybrid schedule, combining on-site and remote work, with up to 25% community travel and client home visit.

Responsibilities:

• Provide home and community-based assessment, treatment planning, and individual and family therapy to children and their caregivers.
• Provide clinical and therapeutic services within a flexible model/ setting (i.e. home and community--based, office--based, telehealth, or a combination thereof, as agreed upon in the child’s treatment plan).
• Complete an assessment of needs and recommendations for further medically necessary services, such as rehabilitation services. Services are delivered in a trauma informed, culturally and linguistically competent manner.
• Work with family members, advocates and other salient parties to identify goals of treatment. Provide observations and information to collateral contacts to address and achieve treatment goals.
• Complete all required documentation for submission to the supervisor within the required timeframes.

Requirements and Education:

• Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field required
• 1 year of related experience required.
• NYS Professional Licensure/Limited Permit - LMFT, LMSW, LMHC, LMHC- D, LCSW, and LCAT required.
• NYS drivers license with a reliable vehicle 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 the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

As a Community Service Provider, you will provide home and community-based services to help children with emotional and mental health challenges. You will travel locally to work with children and families in their communities providing a core of rehabilitative services to ensure success, including non-licensed counseling and support for youth and family, skill building, peer support, caregiver support and advocacy, pre-vocational services and respite. You will report to a Community Service Provider Supervisor, and work onsite within the community, as travel is required and documentation may be completed remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Provide services within a Family-driven Care framework, including respecting family choice and voice, believing in each family’s potential to learn and grow, and utilizing strategies that empower families
• Work with family members to identify goals and objectives of treatment
• Provide services based on the needs as identified in the Treatment Plan
• Coordinate with the child and caregiver on the scheduling and provision of services
• Participate in relevant treatment meetings and attend all required trainings
• Complete all documentation

Requirements and Education:

• Master's degree in Social Work, counseling, psych, or a related human service and at least one year of related experience
• Valid NYS Driver's License required

Benefits

• 401 (K) plan
• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 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 Community Service Provider, you will provide home and community-based services to help children with emotional and mental health challenges. You will travel locally to work with children and families in their communities providing a core of rehabilitative services to ensure success, including non-licensed counseling and support for youth and family, skill building, peer support, caregiver support and advocacy, pre-vocational services and respite. You will report to a Community Service Provider Supervisor, and work onsite within the community, as travel is required and documentation may be completed remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Provide services within a Family-driven Care framework, including respecting family choice and voice, believing in each family’s potential to learn and grow, and utilizing strategies that empower families
• Work with family members to identify goals and objectives of treatment
• Provide services based on the needs as identified in the Treatment Plan
• Coordinate with the child and caregiver on the scheduling and provision of services
• Participate in relevant treatment meetings and attend all required trainings
• Complete all documentation

Requirements and Education:

• Master's degree in Social Work, counseling, psych, or a related human service and at least one year of related experience
• Valid NYS Driver's License required

Benefits

• 401 (K) plan
• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 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

Clinician – Fee for Service(New York State residency is required for this position)

MSWs with a Limited Permit are eligible for a $2,500 signing bonus!

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

Must meet required billable hours to qualify for bonus

Available shifts - Monday - Friday between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - Nights (until 8:00 pm) and Saturdays by appointment only

As a Clinician, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team with the underserved populations in our community by providing clinical counseling to individuals, families and couples in an outpatient mental health clinic licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH). You will report to the Director of the Behavioral Health Center. Sessions may be conducted in the office or via Tele-mental Health as clinically indicated. This is an on site position

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of clients aged birth to 65, providing 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/assessments as indicated.
• Collaborate with on-site prescriber, other medical and mental health providers, schools and any other community supports for client care.
• Attend Behavioral Health Center staff meeting twice 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.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Option of Remote work
• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 401 (K) plan
• Free training/CEU opportunities
• Other benefits available depending on eligibility

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

Family Reunification Coach

Full-Time Days, occasional early evenings.

The Family Reunification Coach must have some flexibility in scheduling while meeting client needs.

Work Related travel reimbursement.

As a Family Reunification Coach, you will have a strong desire to help and serve others at the same time demonstrate a strong willingness to work cooperatively with others and be a part of an exciting foster care team. You will report to the Program Coordinator in the Gloversville, NY office.

Responsibilities:

• Transportation of children to family visits and appointments.

• Provide supervision of family visits with a focus on reunifying the family while utilizing the family visit coaching and engagement model.

• Offer one-on-one support for the youth.

• Maintain cultural sensitivity, competence, and client confidentiality.

• Full-time position, 40 hours per week with a shifting schedule based on the needs of the program which includes some early evenings.

Requirements and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• 1-2 years of related experience preferred.

• Must have a driver's license and a reliable and safe vehicle to transport clients. Standard mileage reimbursement will be provided.

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

Qualifications

Description

Clinician – Fee for Service(New York State residency is required for this position)

Schenectady, NY

MSWs with their Limited Permit are eligible for a $2,500 signing bonus!

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

Must meet required billable hours to qualify for bonus

Available shifts - Monday - Friday between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - Nights (until 8:00 pm) and Saturdays by appointment only

As a Clinician, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team with the underserved populations in our community by providing clinical counseling to individuals, families and couples in an outpatient mental health clinic licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH). You will report to the Director of the Behavioral Health Center. Sessions may be conducted in the office or via Tele-mental Health as clinically indicated. This an on site position.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of clients aged birth to 65, providing 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/assessments as indicated.
• Collaborate with on-site prescriber, other medical and mental health providers, schools and any other community supports for client care.
• Attend Behavioral Health Center staff meeting twice 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.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Option of Remote work
• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 401 (K) plan
• Free training/CEU opportunities
• Other benefits available depending on eligibility

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

Clinician – Fee for Service (New York State residency is required for this position)

New Karner Road, Albany, NY

MSWs with their Limited Permit are eligible for a $2,500 signing bonus!

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

Must meet required billable hours to qualify for bonus

Available shifts - Monday - Friday between 8:00 am - 5:00 pm - Nights (until 8:00 pm) and Saturdays by appointment only

As a Clinician, you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team with the underserved populations in our community by providing clinical counseling to individuals, families and couples in an outpatient mental health clinic licensed by the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH). You will report to the Director of the Behavioral Health Center. Sessions may be conducted in the office or via Tele-mental Health as clinically indicated. This is an on site position

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of clients aged birth to 65, providing 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/assessments as indicated.
• Collaborate with on-site prescriber, other medical and mental health providers, schools and any other community supports for client care.
• Attend Behavioral Health Center staff meeting twice 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.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Option of Remote work
• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 401 (K) plan
• Free training/CEU opportunities
• Other benefits available depending on eligibility

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

POSITION OVERVIEW

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide targeted skill building activities with youth in community residence program. Skill training to include areas of independent living and social skill activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• At minimum, 50% of work week is spent face to face with clients to provide services designated in the Treatment Plan.
• Provide services based on the youths needs and preferences as identified in the Treatment Plan.
• Work with treatment team members to identify goals and objectives of treatment, including youth, families, school, and counselors.
• Complete all required documentation and submit to the Supervisor within required timeframes.
• Treatment plan goals may include Independent Living or social skills training examples Career Planning, Self-Care, Daily Living, Housing, Money Management, including establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships, how to accept no as an answer, handling conflict with peers and authority figures and using their coping skills when feeling dysregulated.
• Staff need to maintain consistency, provide regular routines and be aware of their own emotions when dealing with the youth in care.
• Engage and form positive relationships with all youth served.
• Maintain respectful and appropriate communication with internal and external customers, including county workers, medical staff, parents etc.
• Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations and consumers to expand opportunities for community connections.
• Facilitate service provision and attend relevant meetings as required.
• Provide information to collateral contacts for the purpose of Treatment planning and assist in tracking progress as required.
• Attend all required trainings and meet regularly for supervision.
• Ability to work with diverse consumers who have mental health challenges and may be developmentally delayed. Understand their independent living needs to work with case manager to find resources in the community for educational and vocational skills and programming for discharge.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/GED required
• At least 2 years of experience

CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE

• Valid drivers license required

ABOUT NORTHERN RIVERS

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

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

Family Peer Advocate

As a Family Peer Advocate, you will help children with emotional and mental health challenges through support and advocacy with parents and caregivers. You will report to the Program Manager, Community Solutions and Peer Support and you will work onsite with travel required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support, advocacy and resources to the family based on the child's needs as identified by the parent/caregiver
• Provide services within a Family-driven Care framework, including respecting family choice and voice, believing in each family’s potential to learn and grow, and utilizing strategies that empower families
• Work with family members to identify goals and objectives of treatment
• Educate parents/caregivers on how to advocate if services are not meeting their needs
• Participate in relevant treatment meetings and attend all required trainings
• Complete all documentation

Requirements and Education:

• Family Peers have identified lived experience as a parent or primary caregiver of a child with mental health/behavioral health/special education challenges.
• Provisional Family Peer Credential required, with Professional Family Peer Credential to be obtained within 18 months.
• Minimum of HS Diploma or equivalency.
• Valid NYS Driver's License required

Benefits:

• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 401 (K) plan
• 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 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 - 28

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

Home Based Crisis Intervention Specialist

Work related travel reimbursed at predetermined rates

As a Senior Home-based Crisis Intervention (HBCI) Specialist, you will support families and youth in crisis by providing in-home services. You will assist families in implementing behavior management techniques and crisis de-escalation skills with their children and support children in communicating their needs.

As part of the HBCI team, you will provide short-term (up to 6 weeks), intensive intervention to youth and families who are in crisis.You will work with parents and caregivers to help them help their children.Your work will produce meaningful outcomes in a short period of time.

You will report to the HBCI Team Lead, and work Monday – Friday. You will also be available for on-call crisis support by phone for your caseload. You will work a hybrid schedule which includes working with clients in their homes, and the opportunity to work remotely to complete administrative tasks in your own home or from our offices. You will attend weekly team meetings onsite, and other larger team meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to the needs of families in crisis and deliver crisis intervention services in home-based environment with flexible scheduling.
• Promote safety of the child, family, and community in the delivery of crisis intervention services.
• Tailor services and flexibly schedule sessions based on family member’s needs.
• Conduct comprehensive assessment of family strengths, values, skills, problems, needs, barriers to goal completion and collaborate in goal setting and service planning.
• Use a variety of teaching methods to help family members acquire, maintain and generalize skills.
• Advocate for and provide concrete services and supports and teach family members to meet their concrete needs.
• Collaborate and advocate with formal and information community resources and systems that impact family while teaching family members to advocate for themselves. Prepare family for transition and service closure.
• Provide consultation to intra-agency service providers and to community service providers. Maintain appropriate liaisons and relationships with external and internal providers, as this relates to County Mental Health Departments working with the HBCI.
• Fulfill all program-reporting requirements.
• Participate in the Continuous Quality Improvement process and provide leadership in the collection of data and the formulation of recommendations and conclusions as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• Master’s Degree with 3 years relevant experience in community-based health or case management, or Master’s degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling required.
• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT or LCAT licensure.
• Experience in the Homebuilder model of crisis intervention.
• 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 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

Home Based Crisis Intervention Specialist

Work related travel reimbursed at predetermined rates

As a Home-based Crisis Intervention (HBCI) Specialist, you will support families and youth in crisis by providing in-home services. You will assist families in implementing behavior management techniques and crisis de-escalation skills with their children and support children in communicating their needs.

As part of the HBCI team, you will provide short-term (up to 6 weeks), intensive intervention to youth and families who are in crisis.You will work with parents and caregivers to help them help their children.Your work will produce meaningful outcomes in a short period of time.

You will report to the HBCI Team Lead, and work Monday – Friday. You will also be available for on-call crisis support by phone for your caseload. You will work a hybrid schedule which includes working with clients in their homes, and the opportunity to work remotely to complete administrative tasks in your own home or from our offices. You will attend weekly team meetings onsite, and other larger team meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to the needs of families in crisis and deliver crisis intervention services in home-based environment with flexible scheduling.
• Promote safety of the child, family, and community in the delivery of crisis intervention services.
• Tailor services and flexibly schedule sessions based on family member’s needs.
• Conduct comprehensive assessment of family strengths, values, skills, problems, needs, barriers to goal completion and collaborate in goal setting and service planning.
• Use a variety of teaching methods to help family members acquire, maintain and generalize skills.
• Advocate for and provide concrete services and supports and teach family members to meet their concrete needs.
• Collaborate and advocate with formal and information community resources and systems that impact family while teaching family members to advocate for themselves. Prepare family for transition and service closure.
• Provide consultation to intra-agency service providers and to community service providers. Maintain appropriate liaisons and relationships with external and internal providers, as this relates to County Mental Health Departments working with the HBCI.
• Fulfill all program-reporting requirements.
• Participate in the Continuous Quality Improvement process and provide leadership in the collection of data and the formulation of recommendations and conclusions as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree with 1-year relevant experience in community-based health or case management, or Master’s degree in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling.
• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT or LCAT licensure preferred.
• Experience in the Homebuilder model of crisis intervention is preferred.
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license.

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 the Behavior Support Classroom Specialist, you will ensure the safety of the students in the Alternative Programming Room. You will coordinate clinical, academic, and restorative efforts for students in APR. You will report to the Dean of Students and will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily schedule for Alternative Programming Room with teaching staff, classroom staff, and clinicians.
• Coordinate Restorative Practices efforts with the administrative team
• Communicate with leadership team regarding incidents and interventions.
• Support and correct behavior support staff interactions and interventions with students.
• Ensure that APR support staff follow school and agency procedures while working with students.
• Coordinate with treatment teams and families regarding behavioral concerns that are affecting the milieu and academic programming.
• Help design and implement treatment services for children in collaboration with students, educators, administrators, and clinicians.
• Assist and educate staff with implementation of crisis intervention work, conflict resolution, and mediation strategies throughout the school.
• Be a school liaison with residential staff to ensure consistency of care and support of students across programs.
• Participate in implementation of PBIS Tier II and Tier III student plans.
• Collaborate with all members of the school and clinical treatment team to ensure ongoing communication and consistency of interventions and treatment for students.
• Ensure that all reporting forms are completed and returned to the appropriate source.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student information observing agency, state, and federal regulators.
• Maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Maintain TCI Training

Requirements and Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 7+ years of experience 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 the meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

• Provide organizational instruction and supportive counseling with a specific focus on helping families to master transition periods.
• Provide parent coaching and support with life skills development to establish healthy routines.
• Establish positive and professional relationships with families.
• Assist Case Planner to reduce risk and increase positive attachment and communication between family members.
• Participate in the development of individual family support plan.
• Conduct supervised visitation between children in foster care and their biological parents and encourage bonding, positive interaction, recreational activities and parent skills training.
• Transport children to visitation site.
• Transport individuals and families to appointment such as medical, educational, employment, and other appointment as needed.
• Complete progress notes or other case record notes in a timely manner.
• Maintain good working relationships with DSS/Support Unit caseworkers.
• Maintain cultural sensitivity, competence, and client confidentiality.
• Model and demonstrate problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of experience, OR
• Associates degree with one to two years of experience, preferred

• NYS drivers license

Qualifications

Description

As a Community Service Provider, you will provide home and community-based services to help children with emotional and mental health challenges. You will travel locally to work with children and families in their communities providing a core of rehabilitative services to ensure success, including non-licensed counseling and support for youth and family, skill building, peer support, caregiver support and advocacy, pre-vocational services and respite. You will report to a Community Service Provider Supervisor, and work onsite within the community, as travel is required and documentation may be completed remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Provide services within a Family-driven Care framework, including respecting family choice and voice, believing in each family’s potential to learn and grow, and utilizing strategies that empower families
• Work with family members to identify goals and objectives of treatment
• Provide services based on the needs as identified in the Treatment Plan
• Coordinate with the child and caregiver on the scheduling and provision of services
• Participate in relevant treatment meetings and attend all required trainings
• Complete all documentation

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of related experience OR
• Master's degree in Social Work, counseling, psych, or a related human service and at least one year of related experience
• 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 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

OLP Clinician, Foster Care

Licensed Social Workers or Mental Health Counselors are eligible for a $7500 signing bonus!

Work related travel reimbursed at predetermined rates

As a Clinician in the Therapeutic Foster Care Family Program, you will provide clinical services to children and families in foster care. The Therapeutic Foster Family Program provides foster and pre-adoptive foster homes for abused and neglected children from birth through age 21 and supports families in the goal of re-unification and permanency. Each foster parent receives intensive training and ongoing professional support to promote a positive experience. You will report to the Clinical Supervisor and you will work onsite and in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Provide assessment, treatment planning and general counseling for children in foster care.
• Required to provide 20-25 hours of individual, group, or family therapy per week.
• Conduct specialized risk assessments.
• Consult with other staff involved in the care of the child and families.
• Attend case related meetings.
• Participate in supervision.
• Have regular communication with birth families around progress/problems of children in care, how to support them and work towards permanency.
• Provide regular case documentation for all children and families on workload including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans.

Requirements and Education:

• Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling or related field required.
• Must have active NYS licensure in one of the following disciplines: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC/LMHC-D, LMFT/LMFT-D or LCAT.
• 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

Clinician, On Track

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 Primary Clinician for the OnTrackNY program you will lead the program in the area of behavioral intervention for program participants. You will encourage the engagement of family support. You will report to the Director of ONTrackNY and will work a hybrid work schedule with travel to the community required as indicated by program participants.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Individual, Family and Group Psychotherapy Modalities and Interventions
• Conduct collaborative eligibility and clinical assessments using shared decision-making
• Provide Psycho Social Education and Interventions for first episode psychosis (FEP)
• Engage Program Participants in collaborative treatment and goal planning with other Team Members
• Connect participants and families with the community resources as clinically indicated
• Develop, document and modify treatment using a shared decision-making process with clients
• Assist Program Team Lead as contact for community outreach, presentations and referrals
• Participate in Fidelity Model Consultative Calls with Governing and program oversight bodies
• Participate in on call as directed by Program Team Lead
• Participate in program participants in the community as clinically indicated

Requirements and Education:

• Master's degree (MA/MS) and at least 1 year related experience required.
• NYS licensure preferred in the field of mental health – LMSW, LMHC, or LMHC D Eligible.
• Valid NYS driver's license and reliable vehicle for client transportation 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 library media specialist, you will develop a library program for all students and staff in the building as an essential part of the school community. You will understand the needs of students at the elementary level (developmental and academic) and have a passionate and tireless commitment to ensuring that all students learn. You will develop relationships with colleagues and the community. You will report to the Director of Curriculum, Instruction,and CSE and will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Implement technology and act as tech support in our buildings.
• Maintain the library for distribution/circulation of materials, coordination of services, and instruction for building staff and students.
• Understand how the library supports/maintains growth in student achievement and tireless commitment to that effort.
• Maintain knowledge of differentiating for a variety of learning needs (both adult learners and child learners).
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of the learning standards, especially in the area of complex texts and close reading.
• Teach essential skills such as: Microsoft office programs, database research, internet research skills, source evaluation tools, library catalog search and resource retrieval, keyboarding, reading skills, literature/non-fiction appreciation.
• Facilitate student (and adult) access to information-rich resources for research
• Encourage students to explore the world around them through print and online resources
• Be a teacher resource through collaboration on Next Generation aligned curriculum.
• Maintain knowledge of enrichment education research using the learning standards (Technology & Innovation in Education)

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree required
• NYS Teaching Certification 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

Clinician, Mobile Crisis - Evenings

Differential Pay Available

MSW/MHC's with Limited Permit are eligible for $2500 signing bonus!

Licensed Social Workers or Mental Health Professionals are eligible for $7500 signing bonus!

Relocation package available within New York State

As a Clinician for Mobile Crisis, you will provide crisis risk assessments with a diagnosis (with appropriate supervisory approval, per scope of practice), crisis stabilization and interventions, de-escalation techniques and follow-up services to the identified client experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric crises. You will provide these interventions by telephone and on-site mobile visits and will implement them using a strength-based, trauma-informed, systems-oriented perspective, including the development of crisis prevention and safety plans; follow-up to evaluate the effectiveness of plans; coordination of services with existing treatment providers; and linkage to additional community-based therapeutic resources and supports. You will directly report to the Clinical Site Supervisors with Director and Executive Program Director guidance. You will work on-site with travel to the community and individuals' homes.

Responsibilities:

• Provide rapid response to adults, children, adolescents, and families, who are in crisis, experiencing an emotional or behavioral disturbance by phone and on-site within the community, and as assigned, participate in acute care emergency services rotation system designed to facilitate and strengthen community-based crisis intervention services. This includes rotation of schedule to provide coverage during holidays and weekends.
• Conduct risk assessments with a diagnosis (with appropriate supervisory approval, per scope of practice), mental status examinations, and substance abuse screening.
• Analyze information to identify action plan, which includes crisis stabilization plan, safety, and crisis prevention plans, and plan for follow-up. Consult with team and supervisors.
• Coordinate with community resources for collateral input and follow-up care, including referrals for mental health treatment and substance abuse assessment and treatment.
• Provide short-term crisis intervention and stabilization services to adults, children, adolescents, and their families in the home or community (wherever the individual is experiencing a crisis).

Schedule/Shift:

• Fulltime; 5 days a week 8 hour shifts (2:45pm- 11:15pm)or 4 days a week 10 hour shifts (12:45pm - 11:15pm)
• Weekend and holiday expectations
• When scheduled for a weekend shift your schedule will be 5, 8 hour shifts for that week

Requirements and Education:

• Masters' degree (MSW/MHC) and two years of related experience required
• LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LCSW-R, MHC – LP or MSW-LP licensure required
• MSW -LP holders must be license eligible and willing to apply for a limited permit upon hire.
• MHC- LP holders must already have obtained their limited permit and be close to finishing required clinical hours
• Willing to pass and obtain licensure within 3 months of hire - Required
• Must have a valid NYS Drivers License and be willing to travel to clients' homes and communities under a variety of circumstances and weather conditions.
• Must be willing to work in many settings, including clients' homes and other community locations where there may be pets, cigarette smoke, and other irritants.
• Rotating weekend and holiday shifts 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

Clinician, Intensive Aftercare Prevention Program

Licensed Social Workers or Mental Health Professionals are eligible for $7500 signing bonus!

Work related travel reimbursed at predetermined rates

As a Clinician in the Intensive Aftercare Prevention program, you will provide six to nine months of intensive services to families whose children are either at risk of being removed from their homes or are already in placement. The goals of the program are to prevent out-of-home placement for troubled children, provide a safe environment to return children already in placement, and prevent future out-of-home placement. You will report to the Program Coordinator and you will work a combination of on-site and remote with travel to client's homes required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide home and community-based assessment, planning and treatment with individuals, groups and families with those enrolled in our Family Preservation services (the level of intensity / number of direct services hours per family is dependent upon the services in which one is employed)
• Complete necessary all records and client information following agency, county, and state policy and funding requirements
• Provide liaison contact with collateral resources such as referring agencies, schools, family court, and other agency personnel serving on behalf of a child and family as it relates to their treatment
• Responsible for the clinical decisions when assigned and paired to work as a team with a Bachelors Clinical Case Manager.
• Ensure provisions of regular treatment plan meetings and services plan reviews.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires a Masters degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or related field
• 0-2 years post-graduate experience.
• License Preferred: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT
• Must have a valid drivers license.

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

Clinician, Mobile Crisis - Per Diem

Day, Evening and Weekend shifts available!

As a Clinician for Mobile Crisis, you will provide crisis risk assessments with a diagnosis (with appropriate supervisory approval, per scope of practice), crisis stabilization and interventions, de-escalation techniques and follow-up services to the identified client experiencing emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric crises. These interventions, provided by telephone and on-site mobile visits, will be implemented using a strength-based, trauma-informed, systems-oriented perspective and will include the development of crisis prevention and safety plans; follow-up to evaluate the effectiveness of plans; coordination of services with existing treatment providers; and linkage to additional community-based therapeutic resources and supports. You will directly report to the Clinical Site Supervisors with Director and Executive Program Director guidance and support. You will work on-site with travel to the community and individuals' homes.

Responsibilities:

• Provide rapid response to adults, children, adolescents, and families, who are in crisis, experiencing an emotional or behavioral disturbance by phone and on-site within the community, and as assigned, participate in acute care emergency services rotation system designed to facilitate and strengthen community-based crisis intervention services. This includes rotation of schedule to provide coverage during holidays and weekends.
• Conduct risk assessments with a diagnosis (with appropriate supervisory approval, per scope of practice), mental status examinations, and substance abuse screening.
• Analyze information to identify action plan, which includes crisis stabilization plan, safety, and crisis prevention plans, and plan for follow-up. Consult with team and supervisors.
• Coordinate with community resources for collateral input and follow-up care, including referrals for mental health treatment and substance abuse assessment and treatment.
• Provide short-term crisis intervention and stabilization services to adults, children, adolescents, and their families in the home or community (wherever the individual is experiencing a crisis).

Requirements and Education:

• Looking for applicants with their LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LCSW-R licensure
• Requires a Masters' degree (MSW/MHC) and two years of related experience
• Must have a valid NYS Drivers License and be willing and able to drive to clients' homes and communities under a variety of circumstances and weather conditions. Must be willing to work in many settings, including clients' homes and other community locations where there may be pets, cigarette smoke, etc.

Benefits

• Sick Leave
• EAP
• 401 (K) plan
• 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

Clinician, Intensive Aftercare Prevention Program

Licensed Social Workers or Mental Health Professionals are eligible for $7500 signing bonus!

Work related travel reimbursed at predetermined rates

As a Clinician in the Intensive Aftercare Prevention program, you will provide six to nine months of intensive services to families whose children are either at risk of being removed from their homes or are already in placement. The goals of the program are to prevent out-of-home placement for troubled children, provide a safe environment to return children already in placement, and prevent future out-of-home placement. You will report to the Program Coordinator and you will work a combination of on-site and remote with travel to client's homes required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide home and community-based assessment, planning and treatment with individuals, groups and families with those enrolled in our Family Preservation services (the level of intensity / number of direct services hours per family is dependent upon the services in which one is employed)
• Complete necessary all records and client information following agency, county, and state policy and funding requirements
• Provide liaison contact with collateral resources such as referring agencies, schools, family court, and other agency personnel serving on behalf of a child and family as it relates to their treatment
• Responsible for the clinical decisions when assigned and paired to work as a team with a Bachelors Clinical Case Manager.
• Ensure provisions of regular treatment plan meetings and services plan reviews.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires a Masters degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or related field
• 0-2 years of post-graduate experience.
• License Preferred: LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT
• Must have a valid drivers license.

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