Description

As a Service Navigator, you will provide individual mentoring, holistic service planning, and coordinated case management, and complete any necessary referrals/linkages to services. You will work together with Albany County Probation. You will coordinate, facilitate, and track the issuing of cash incentives that will be provided to youth as part of their service plan. You will maintain record-keeping for each youth, including progress notes and service plans. You will provide direct mentoring and case management to each youth and family on their caseload. You will report to the Assistant Director of Juvenile Justice for Prevention and will work a hybrid schedule with 50% community travel.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a full caseload of probation-involved youth.
• Attend routine team meetings with youth and families and Albany County Probation.
• Establish positive and professional relationships with youth and families.
• Track youth involvement in the program and issue incentive stipends as directed by the supervisor. Maintain monitored records of funds issued.
• Create coordinated service plans, to include input from youth, caregivers, subcontracted staff, and Probation.
• Have knowledge of community services in Albany County.
• Help families obtain services they need by making referrals, providing transportation, accompanying them to appointments, and assisting with applications (medical, schools, and DSS).
• Maintain good working relationships with Albany County Probation/DCYF.
• Provide individual mentoring to each assigned youth, at least once per week.
• Maintain cultural sensitivity, competence, and client confidentiality.
• Other responsibilities, as assigned.

Requirements and Education:

• High School Diploma and two years relevant experience or Associate's Degree and one year relevant 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
• 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

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 or 4 days a week 10 hour shifts
• 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

Event Development Coordinator

Pay Status and Classification: Non-exempt, Regular full-time

Supervisor: Director of Special Events and Conferences

Position Purpose:Develops revenue streams by planning, organizing, and executing successful events, meetings, and conferences at Union College, with the greatest attention to outstanding customer service. Partners with the Director of Special Events and Conferences to market and sell the use of college facilities to generate budgeted revenue goals.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Event Planning: Manages work assignments for support service as it pertains to meetings and/or events (i.e. location, room set ups, food, transportation, audio visual arrangements), develops and cultivates working relationships with vendors to ensure customer satisfaction, manages room assignments through scheduling software, develops and manages summer program revenue, and supervises event activity (may require evening and weekend availability).

• Customer Service and Communication:Provides excellent customer service to clients, and event attendees, ensuring that they have a positive experience and their needs are met. Communicates event details to all stakeholders, including staff, vendors, and attendees, verifying that all parties have the necessary information.

• Relationship Building and Marketing: Maintains existing clients to increase repeat business opportunities. Cultivates new clients by marketing conference services to external organizations. Manages department web pages and social media presence. Develops responses to proposals and estimates and follows up appropriately on all proposals.

• Team Development, Innovation, & Supervision: Contributes ideas, input, and support to Union Special Events and Conference and other activities that impact the success of the department. Seeks out, applies, and shares knowledge of special events logistics, trends, and innovations.

• Administrative:Responsible for accounts payable for event vendors and accounts receivable for client invoices. Administers contract cycle (create, negotiate, approve, execute), develops program plans, monthly and quarterly reports and forecasts. Generates reports on profitability of potential events for discussion with the Director of Events and Central Scheduling. Offers to help colleagues during busy times and for overlapping responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, event/business management, or a related field and/or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or 3-5 years of related work experience.

• Previous customer service experience, preferably in the events industry. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to interact with varied constituencies.

• Ability to lift 30 pounds.

• Ability to move between buildings and walk for extended periods.

• Technically proficient and experienced in working with systems and applications. These include software platforms for scheduling, space planning and logistics through software tools.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed.

• A general understanding of sound, lighting and video systems.

• Ability to travel may be required for trade shows, conferences, etc.

• Able to support, contribute to, and strengthen a vibrant, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community of students, alumni, faculty, and fellow professionals.

• Able to anticipate, deliver on, and exceed the expectations of clients, students, faculty, alumni, and fellow staff colleagues, etc.

• Able to introduce and drive innovation in ways small and large.

• Able to proactively identify and pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities and apply new knowledge, insights, and skills to enhance results.

Compensation:

The hourly range for this position is $25-28 per hour.Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)

• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs

• Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development

• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

• Tuition Assistance Program for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).

Description

As a Clinical Case Manager 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 with a partner (clinician) in a combination of on-site and remote with travel to client's homes required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide home and community services to individuals, groups, and families as prescribed in the treatment plan for those enrolled in our Family Preservation Services.
• Educate families in a variety of social-emotional and parenting skills such as communication, discipline, anger management, emotional regulation, attunement, caregiver affect management, decision making, problem-solving, social skill building, budgeting, family and home organization, behavioral management, etc.
• Work in partnership with a Master’s level clinician to provide needed services to an assigned caseload of families.
• Complete and maintain appropriate case records through the completion of intake, assessments, progress notes, uniform case records, reports, etc. following agency, county, and state policy and funding requirements.
• Participate in the comprehensive assessment and creation of the treatment plan for assigned cases to determine and address service needs and ensure the provision of regular treatment plan meetings and service plan reviews.
• Provide liaison contact with collateral resources such as referring agencies, schools, family courts, and other agency personnel serving on behalf of a child and family as it relates to their treatment.
• You will work Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with a flexible schedule that includes evenings and a rotating on-call schedule.

Requirements and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field;
• Experience working with at-risk youth and families;
• Home and community-based experience is a plus.

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

The Residential Supervisor in charge will ensure the security of campus and community residential locations, including working with staff, maintaining communication with resident’s family and guardians, and overseeing resident transportation needs. You will report to the Online/Oncall supervisor and you will work on-site.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and ensure implementation of all applicable emergency systems, agency policies, and program procedures.
• Respond to crises within assigned Residential Program/locations. Ensure response follows agency policy and protocol appropriate to the situation, and ensure that the individual clients behavior management plan(s) are followed. Ensure any physical intervention is conducted following TCI standards. Ensure completion of all forms and appropriate documentation of every restraint.
• Provide support to teams when asked for behavioral interventions and events. Will direct the team in absence of residential supervisor and will be a source of training , supporting and modeling for other staff.
• Ensure the security of campus and community locations, responding to any security concerns. Conduct random checks of assigned locations to ensure safety of residents.
• Be the primary person in charge of calling the police for any resident considered missing, completing or ensuring completion of the Missing Person Report form and canceling Missing Person Reports upon a residents return.
• Ensure contacts have been made with the residents family and guardian for all significant incidents.
• Maintain regular entries in the Online/On call log regarding all significant events that occur, and provide the leadership with specific additional information as. Ensure completion of documentation for all significant incidents.
• Ensure significant incidents are called into the Justice Center as applicable.
• Serve as the central person in charge of off campus trips. Approve and log all off-campus trips and assure such trips have proper staff coverage.
• Oversee and transport clients for medical, mental health, and other essential needs.
• Check and assure that all visitors have prior approval to be on the grounds.
• Be available to hear and document any neighbor concerns.

Requirements and Education:

• Requires an associate's degree;bachelor's degree and equivalent experience preferred.
• 3 years of experience, or equivalent education and experience.
• Drivers license is required.
• Must be able to pass the required physical.
• Must be able to complete and pass TCI training.

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 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 meaningful work.

Qualifications

Description

As a Residential Assistant Supervisor, you will supervise staff who provide daily therapeutic care and programming according to agency policy and governing body standards and requirements. You will report to the Residential Supervisor and you will work onsite.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise program activity which will lead to the attainment of goals described within treatment plans
• Supervise and evaluate the work of residential staff assigned to residential programs.
• Work shifts on the unit as assigned, which could include variable shifts (several days and several evenings each week)
• Work as one of the staff within the staff-to-youth ratio on the unit
• Work as a role model for newer, less experienced staff
• Maintain records
• Participate in the training of residential staff
• Seek out training opportunities for all staff relevant to the work on the unit
• Participate in residential staff meetings
• Understand and apply the general framework and expected outcomes of the various treatment models used with the youth,
• Maintain safety and an environment that supports youth to be safe and make progress on the unit
• Make the unit a family-friendly place, where family members feel welcome and activities are planned that include family members. Teach, and then ensure, that staff persons treat family members with respect and listen to their concerns, document them, and pass them on to the appropriate clinician and administrator.
• Teach and ensure all staff members treat all youth, family members, collaterals, neighbors, and the general public with respect and dignity at all times. Everyone should be spoken to in a calm, rational voice, without rancor.
• Maintain the physical order of the building and therapeutic environment of the units
• Develop and maintain schedules within the assigned campus residential unit
• Help evaluate youth referred to the Agency for residential care
• Participate in the appropriate on call system
• Participate in the financial responsibilities of the residential unit following established guidelines
• Participate in and organize program and agency wide special events and services
• Oversee and transport clients for medical, mental health, and other essential needs
• Work with clinical staff to coordinate the implementation of treatment plans in the milieu
• Assist in crisis intervention

Requirements and Education:

• Requires an Associate’s degree plus three years of experience, Bachelor’s degree preferred, OR HS plus at least five years of experience required.
• Related experience with vulnerable populations and older adolescent population is required.
• Must have supervisory experience or demonstrated ability to manage a residential unit.
• Required to maintain TCI certification.
• A valid driver’s license and meet agency insurability standards for using agency vehicles and transporting youth.
• Must pass physical.

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:

• 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

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