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Job DescriptionBenefits: • Competitive rate, • Flexible schedule We are seeking compassionate, dependable individuals to serve as positive role models for children and teenagers facing challenges such as anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health or behavioral concerns. Position Overview The ideal candidate has experience working with youth and a passion for helping shape behaviors that improve the well-being of both the child and their family. Key Responsibilities • Provide guidance, encouragement, and practical strategies tailored to each child and familys needs, • Implement and follow individualized plans designed to achieve specific goals, • Build strong, supportive relationships that foster growth and development, • Collaborate with parents, educators, and other professionals to support the childs overall well-being Qualifications • Background in behavioral strategies, childcare, special education, or a related field, • Strong mentoring and teaching abilities, • Understanding of child welfare and behavioral health practices, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Schedule • Monday through Friday (after school hours), • Weekend availability as needed Compensation • $25$40 per hour, depending on experience, education, and skill level Education Requirement • Bachelors degree (BA) minimum If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people and their families, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description About Hope For Youth: Hope For Youth is a nonprofit organization that has been providing comprehensive child welfare services for over 50 years. Our mission is to facilitate positive outcomes for children, adolescents, and families across Long Island. We are also honored to announce that the Hauppauge Industrial Association of Long Island (HIA-LI), an advocate for its member organizations since 1978, has recognized HFY as their Not-For Profit Business Award honoree for Excellence in 2025! About the OASAS Primary Prevention Program: Our OASAS Primary Prevention Program offers evidence-based education and support to children, families, and community stakeholders, with the goal of preventing substance and alcohol use. Through classroom-based presentations and community outreach, we empower individuals with the tools they need to make healthy choices. To be a successful Prevention Specialist you must be ready, willing, and able to do the following always: • Function within the policies and procedures as outlined in program practice guide and employee manual, • Adhere to state regulations and applicable code of conduct, • Develop, plan, and deliver evidence-based character-building and social-emotional learning programs in school classrooms., • Provide prevention and psychoeducational programming to elementary school children., • Plan and lead community awareness events related to alcohol, substance use, and gambling prevention., • Conduct community surveys to assess local prevention needs and develop responsive programming., • Participate in summer camp programming in the Town of Babylon., • Attend required trainings, meetings, and professional development sessions., • High School Diploma. Bachelor's degree CASAC, CPP or CPS preferred, • Preferably one year of experience working with children and adolescents or community action work., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required., • Ability to practice within the scope of OASAS Prevention regulations., • Driving; Driving positions require NYS License, in good standing and drivers must be 21 years of age or older., • Computer skills are essential., • Access to a reliable vehicle that can be used on a regular basis for work., • Excellent writing skills/time management., • Ability to be flexible with scheduling (work evenings, possible weekends if necessary)., • Physical Requirements: read/write reports and log entries, walking/standing for prolonged periods, bending/stooping, kneeling/squatting, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, repetitive wrist/finger movements, ongoing access to reliable vehicle and driving own vehicle for work. This opportunity is available as a Full-Time position. • 35-hour work week, 8am-4pm some weekends/evenings flexing schedule to attend events Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include a resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Hope For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more. Here are some of the other benefits of working for Hope for Youth. All offers must be made contingent and once a contingent offer has been accepted, all processing must note the contingency throughout the process. • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!, • Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers, • Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging, • Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities, • Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance, • Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, • Special Events and Recognition Awards, • Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within, • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision - HRA with HSA and Co-pay options available., • 91% Employer-paid medical premiums, • Generous paid time off, • Agency-funded Pension Plan, • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, Aflac Additional Pay Range Information The salary range and/or hourly rate range listed for this position is a good faith determination of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, licensing, certifications, other credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity, etc.) Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description LOCATION: Syosset, NY REPORTS TO: Casework Supervisor DEPARTMENT: Enhanced Family Foster Care SCHEDULE: Full Time / Hybrid $1000 Hiring Incentive AGENCY BACKGROUND: MercyFirst is a not-for-profit human and social service agency that has been serving children and families in need since we were founded by the Sisters of Mercy/Hermanas de las Misericordia in 1894. Today our agency continues to address the emotional and physical needs of children and families in Brooklyn, Queens and across Long Island through innovative treatments and life-changing interventions. We provide community-based prevention and family foster care services, group homes in the community for struggling children and families within the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, and short-term residential services for unaccompanied migrant children. Each year, MercyFirst serves more than 3,000 children, teenagers and families overcome enormous obstacles, re-imagine their futures and develop their full potential. PROGRAM BACKGROUND: To meet the needs of New York City’s ever-changing foster care population, Enhanced Family Foster Care (EFFC) combines and replaces the previous separately contracted Family Foster Care (FFC) and Treatment Family Foster Care (TFFC) programs. EFFC recognizes that all children in care have experienced some level of trauma, that their needs may change over time, and that their strengths must be supported so they can reach their full potential. POSITION SUMMARY: A Case Planner works with children and youth who reside in a foster home. The foster parents can either be relatives or individuals who are not related to the children. Case Planners work as a team with Socio-Therapists to provide supports to the children, the foster parents, and the birth families to ensure that every child is making progress towards permanency. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelors in social work or related field, • 1 year of related work experience in serving children and/or families, • Knowledge of and/or training in child development stages, • Knowledge of and/or training in family dynamics, • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook, • Ability to engage with clients, • A valid driver’s license is strongly preferred, • Understanding and willingness to commit to the agency’s Mission, core values, Sanctuary Commitments and social justice. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide intensive support to children, therapeutic foster parents and birth families., • Conduct regular casework sessions with each client in accordance with Federal, State, and Local mandates., • Conduct regular home visits to therapeutic foster homes, • Maintain regular contact with birth parents to provide support and problem solve, • Maintain regular contact foster parents, and/or resource persons, • Holds bi-weekly individual Sociotherapist sessions with each client and family for their first 3 months in program, • Document all contacts and case activities in the State system of Connections, Agency patient tracking systems, • Complete documentation within established timeframes, • Prepare all required documentation on each case including progress notes, psychosocial reports, permanency hearing notes, FASPs, • Attend legal proceedings such as family court hearings, representing the agency and client’s best interests, • Actively participate in staff training and supervision meetings., • Arrange, monitor and document family and/or sibling visits., • Respond to emergencies as needed and/or directed BENEFITS/PERKS: • A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family, • 403B retirement benefits, • Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance, • Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays), • Free employee assistance program through National EAP, • Insurance discounts for our staff and their families, • Trainings to support professional and personal development, • Employee wellness program Hiring bonus of $1,000 after 500 worked hours MercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment. Company DescriptionWe are a non-profit agency for children and family services. A career with MercyFirst, an innovative, community-based social service agency, can be meaningful in so many ways. Be part of an organization committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families struggling to make their way in the world. In addition to the rewarding work we accomplish as a team each day, MercyFirst also has generous compensation and benefits offerings, a great client and employee-focused internal culture, and career advancement opportunities. We are seeking qualified and motivated professionals who want to help MercyFirst build lasting foundations for children and youth with complex needs, and help them overcome and recover from trauma and prepare for a promising future. MercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment.We are a non-profit agency for children and family services. A career with MercyFirst, an innovative, community-based social service agency, can be meaningful in so many ways. Be part of an organization committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families struggling to make their way in the world. In addition to the rewarding work we accomplish as a team each day, MercyFirst also has generous compensation and benefits offerings, a great client and employee-focused internal culture, and career advancement opportunities.\r\n\r\nWe are seeking qualified and motivated professionals who want to help MercyFirst build lasting foundations for children and youth with complex needs, and help them overcome and recover from trauma and prepare for a promising future.\r\n\r\nMercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment.

Job Description Senior Residential Counselor Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours per week) plus overtime opportunities Shift: Monday 7am-3pm; Wednesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm Pay: $21.50-$22.50/hour plus bilingual differential for Spanish/English new hires Structured New Hire Bonus: $500/$750 (bilingual) Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and teens? Hope For Youth is seeking a dedicated Senior Residential Counselor to support youth in our non-secure detention (NSD) residential program. This role helps create a safe, structured, and supportive environment while serving as a leader and mentor to both residents and staff. What You'll Do • Lead and support Residential Counselors on shift, • Foster a safe, respectful, and structured environment, • Support youth development and positive decision-making, • Engage and supervise youth in daily activities and routines in residence and community, • Collaborate with supervisors and team members to provide services in compliance with OA regs, laws, policies and procedures, • High School Diploma or GED, • Valid NYS driver's license in good standing, • Ability to work a flexible schedule, • Ability to physically intervene in crisis situations (TCI training provided), including but not only lifting and moving up to 50lbs or more related to household and community activities involving cooking, shopping, laundry, furniture arranging, luggage packing, moving lifting, storing, climbing and using stairs, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching overhead, etc., • Ability to transport youth and complete required documentation, • Prior leadership, supervisory, or senior staff experience, • Residential counseling, direct care, youth services, or child welfare experience, • Experience working with at-risk youth in residential or behavioral health settings, • Bilingual Spanish/English skills strongly preferredWhy Join Hope For Youth?, • Meaningful, mission-driven work, • Supportive leadership and team environment, • PTO available from start, • Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities, • Tuition assistance, scholarships, and free training programs, • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, • 91% employer-paid medical premiums, • Agency-funded pension plan and retirement savings options Hope For Youth is an equal opportunity employer. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Hope For Youth is a nonprofit organization specializing in child welfare services. For over 50 years, Hope For Youth strives to provide positive outcomes for children, adolescents, and families. The Nassau Prevention Program, which HFY calls "H.E.A.R.T", (Helping Enhance Attachments and Remain Together) is a program of time-limited, family-oriented, supportive and rehabilitative child welfare services, which are provided to children and their families for the purposes of: · Averting a disruption of a family that will or could result in the imminent placement of a child in foster care; · Enabling a child who has been placed in foster care to return to his/her family at an earlier time other than would otherwise be possible; or · Reducing the likelihood that a child who has been discharged from foster care would return to such care. To be a successful Program Director you must be ready, willing, and able to do the following always: 1. Function within the policies and procedures as outlined in the program practice guide and employee manual., 2. Responsible for the overall administration of the program including but not limited to the planning, organizing and launching of the program and ensuring its continued success., 3. Collaborate with the clinical supervisors in the coordination of the delivery of the clinical services., 4. Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure its ongoing success in accordance with HFY practices., 5. Meet weekly with the Program Supervisor., 6. Be responsible for communication as needed with supervisory personnel at Nassau DSS and the court., 7. Gather all program statistics to prepare reports for submission., 8. Participate in treatment team, case review, and other meetings, 9. Working collaboratively with referral resources and any other agency working with the family and the court, 10. Working as a part of an interdisciplinary team., 11. Providing support for other projects and locations; travel as needed, 12. Sit in on agency committees such as Training and Staff Development and Continuous Quality Improvement., 13. Adhere to state regulations and applicable code of conduct., 14. Perform other resulting and necessary work to meet the needs and requirements of the clients, the program, Hope For Youth, oversight agency and any other regulatory obligations To qualify for this job you need to have at minimum: 1. LMSW with 7 years Supervisory experience, 2. Knowledge of and experience working in child serving systems, 3. Communication and leadership skills, 4. Excellent written, verbal and computer skills, 5. Flexible work schedule to accommodate program needs, 6. Valid NYS Driver's License in good standing, 7. Physical Requirements: ongoing access to reliable vehicle and driving own vehicle for work, be willing to attend home visits, work from various HFY locations, and conferences as needed read/write reports and log entries, walking/standing, bending/stooping, kneeling/squatting, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, repetitive wrist/finger movements, routinely lift 10lbs and occasionally lift to 50lbs. This Opportunity is being offered as Full Time, 35 hour work week Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include a resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Hope For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers must be made contingent and once a contingent offer has been accepted, all processing must note the contingency throughout the process. Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more. Here are some of the other benefits of working for Hope for Youth. • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!, • Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers, • Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging, • Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities, • Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance, • Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, • Special Events and Recognition Awards, • Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within, • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment – Medical, Dental, Vision - HRA with HSA and Co-pay options available., • 91% Employer-paid medical premiums, • Generous paid time off, • Agency-funded Pension Plan, • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, Aflac, • Agency-paid life insurance and disability, and for some positions, long-term disability Learn more about Hope for Youth at: Additional Pay Range Information The salary range and/or hourly rate range listed for this position is a good faith determination of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, licensing, certifications, other credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity, etc.) Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description LOCATION: Syosset, NY REPORTS TO: Caseworker Supervisor DEPARTMENT: LI Residential SCHEDULE: Full-Time / Hybrid $1,000 Hiring Bonus AGENCY BACKGROUND: MercyFirst is a not-for-profit human and social service agency that has been serving children and families in need since we were founded by the Sisters of Mercy/Hermanas de las Misericordia in 1894. Today our agency continues to address the emotional and physical needs of children and families in Brooklyn, Queens and across Long Island through innovative treatments and life-changing interventions. We provide community-based prevention and family foster care services, group homes in the community for struggling children and families within the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, and short-term residential services for unaccompanied migrant children. Each year, MercyFirst serves more than 3,000 children, teenagers and families overcome enormous obstacles, re-imagine their futures and develop their full potential. PROGRAM BACKGROUND: Admission to the RISE program will be determined by Family Court recommendation when incarceration is deemed to be too restrictive of a setting. Intensity and frequency of service plans will be determined by matching services to the individualized needs and risk of the youth. This approach will be utilized for adjudicated delinquent youth who are 16 and 17-years old at the time of committing the offense. The MercyFirst RISE program will serve up to ten male and four female youth, residing in designated cottages on the Syosset campus. SUMMARY: Under the Supervision of the Sr. Director of Long Island Residential Programs, the Aftercare Caseworker will provide the youth and their family with continued casework support in the home after discharge, up until the youth's placement order expires, to ensure successful reintegration into the community and in the home. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • MSW or Masters in related field., • Prior experience working with adolescents required, prior experience with at risk youth strongly preferred., • Prior Casework experience required. RESPONSIBILITIES: • While youth is in placement: minimal monthly meeting with youth and family., • Meet with youth 2x weekly/legal guardian weekly for the first 6 weeks; once weekly thereafter., • Collateral contact weekly with youth's school/therapist/other resources., • Conduct home assessment within first week of placement with youth's Caseworker., • Participate in weekly rounds: record notes and provide updates on youth., • Write and update psychosocial assessments., • Participate in red flag meetings., • Participate in DSS SPR meetings., • Complete monthly discharge plans, • Identify community-based support (for both youth and legal guardian) prior to discharge., • Attend all court appearances with youth while in aftercare and provide a court update. BENEFITS/PERKS: • A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family., • 403B retirement benefits., • Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance., • Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays)., • Free employee assistance program through National EAP., • Insurance discounts for our staff and their families., • Trainings to support professional and personal development., • Employee wellness program. Company DescriptionWe are a non-profit agency for children and family services. A career with MercyFirst, an innovative, community-based social service agency, can be meaningful in so many ways. Be part of an organization committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families struggling to make their way in the world. In addition to the rewarding work we accomplish as a team each day, MercyFirst also has generous compensation and benefits offerings, a great client and employee-focused internal culture, and career advancement opportunities. We are seeking qualified and motivated professionals who want to help MercyFirst build lasting foundations for children and youth with complex needs, and help them overcome and recover from trauma and prepare for a promising future. MercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment.We are a non-profit agency for children and family services. A career with MercyFirst, an innovative, community-based social service agency, can be meaningful in so many ways. Be part of an organization committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families struggling to make their way in the world. In addition to the rewarding work we accomplish as a team each day, MercyFirst also has generous compensation and benefits offerings, a great client and employee-focused internal culture, and career advancement opportunities.\r\n\r\nWe are seeking qualified and motivated professionals who want to help MercyFirst build lasting foundations for children and youth with complex needs, and help them overcome and recover from trauma and prepare for a promising future.\r\n\r\nMercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment.

Job Description Make your next career move count. Hope for Youth is seeking dedicated, driven individuals who are committed to supporting youth and families through high-quality services. If you're looking for a rewarding role in a mission-focused organization, we'd love to meet you. Hope for Youth is looking for a Full-Time Family Connection Specialist. Are you a passionate, mission-driven professional looking to change lives? At Hope For Youth, we believe every child deserves a permanent, loving home. Through the Wendy's Wonderful Kids program, we use an evidence-based Child-Focused Recruitment Model to help children in foster care-especially those most at risk of aging out-connect with adoptive families. Key Responsibilities • Manage a caseload of 12-15 youth in active recruitment status requiring monthly in-person visits., • Develop individualized recruitment plans to help each child find a forever family using diligent searches for potential adoptive families., • Collaborate with local DSS staff, caseworkers, therapists, and adoptive families to advocate for each child's needs., • Split time between the County DSS office, our Amityville main office, and the community with a flexible schedule., • Maintain accurate case records and reports using our database system., • Attend educational opportunities provided by HFY and DTFA, including, but not limited to: classroom training, online modules, database training, webinars, and must be available to attend the Annual WWK Summit held in Ohio (all expenses paid), • Perform other resulting and necessary work to meet the needs and requirements of the clients, the program, Hope for Youth, oversight agency and any other regulatory obligations To qualify for this job, you need to be or have a minimum: • Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related human services field, • 2-4 years of experience in child welfare, preferably in adoption or foster care., • Valid NYS driver's license in good standing and access to a reliable vehicle for visits., • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills., • Passion for advocacy and a commitment to making a lasting impact., • Competence in planning, organizing, scheduling, case documentation, plus strong oral and written communication abilities with capabilities of learning databases and technology, • Physical Requirements: read/write reports and log entries, walking/standing/sitting for prolonged periods, bending/stooping, kneeling/squatting, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, repetitive wrist/finger movements, ongoing access to reliable vehicle and driving own vehicle for work This opportunity is being offered as a full-time position, 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM (flexible). Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please include a resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more. Here are some of the other benefits of working for Hope for Youth. • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!, • Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers, • Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging, • Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities, • Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance, • Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, • Special Events and Recognition Awards, • Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within, • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision - HRA with HSA and Co-pay options available., • 91% Employer-paid medical premiums, • Generous paid time off, • Agency-funded Pension Plan, • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, Aflac, • Agency-paid life insurance and disability, and for some positions, long-term disability Learn more about Hope for Youth at: Additional Pay Range Information The salary range and/or hourly rate range listed for this position is a good faith determination of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, licensing, certifications, other credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity, etc.) Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description LOCATION: Brooklyn and Syosset, Long Island REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer DEPARTMENT: Integrated Health SCHEDULE: Full-Time / Hybrid $1,000 Hiring Incentive AGENCY BACKGROUND: MercyFirst is a not-for-profit human and social service agency that has been serving children and families in need since we were founded by the Sisters of Mercy/Hermanas de las Misericordia in 1894. Today our agency continues to address the emotional and physical needs of children and families in Brooklyn, Queens and across Long Island through innovative treatments and life-changing interventions. We provide community-based prevention and family foster care services, group homes in the community for struggling children and families within the child welfare and juvenile justice systems, and short-term residential services for unaccompanied migrant children. Each year, MercyFirst serves more than 3,000 children, teenagers and families overcome enormous obstacles, re-imagine their futures, and develop their full potential. DESCRIPTION: MercyFirst is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic leader with experience in child and family clinical services to serve the Executive Vice President of Integrated Health. The role will report directly to the CEO, is part of the executive leadership team, and will be responsible for the oversight of all MercyFirst medical health and behavioral health services and programs in alignment with Medicaid Managed Care requirements and evidence-based, best practices. These programs include Medicaid 29-I services to child welfare programs as well as Care Management/Health Homes and Clinical Support Program. Additionally, the EVP of Integrated health will be responsible for the integration of these critical functions across the agency, as well as the development of new initiatives in partnership with the executive leadership team. The position will serve as a lead partner in the implementation of the Electric Health Record (EHR) software and will provide direct supervision and work closely with our Medical Director and Clinical Director. This person will work collaboratively with the CEO and the Executive Vice President of Performance and Quality Improvement to implement a data driven work culture and meet service, data, and financial objectives. A minimum of 10 years of experience, as well as in-depth knowledge of child and family services that align with these goals are required. This mis a hybrid position and will require regular travel to Brooklyn, Queens and Syosset, Long Island, as needed. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • LMSW or Nurse Practitioner preferred., • Master’s degree or higher in social/human/health services or related field required., • Minimum of 10 years progressive management and clinical/health experience, as well as in-depth knowledge of child and family services., • Strong communication and collaboration skills; results and decisive orientation; demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills; unifying and winning personality. RESPONSIBILITIES: • As a member of the executive leadership team, define and achieve agency objectives in collaboration with the CEO and executive leadership. Report directly to CEO., • Oversee MercyFirst medical health and behavioral health services and programs, including Medicaid 29-I services to child welfare programs as well as Care Management/Health Homes and Clinical Support Programs, in alignment with Medicaid Managed Care requirements and evidence-based, best practices., • Provide direct supervision of agency’s Medical Director and Clinical Director and oversee 24/7 crisis support client response needed., • In coordination with internal and external stakeholders, ensure that all clinical and medical protocols and clinical and medical delivery are in full compliance with all Medicaid regulations and other regulatory and funding sources., • Develop and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including Medicaid Managed Care providers, social services entities, professional associations and government oversight entities (including but not limited to NY State Department of Health, NYC Administration of Children’s Services, Collaborative for Children & Families (CCF), and Council of Family and Child Caring Agencies (COFCCA))., • Engage with internal and external strategic partners to develop and implement innovative behavioral and medical health programs to continue to meet evolving clients’ needs., • Remain current on emerging models in integrated health delivery, as well as 29-I/Medicaid/CFTSS and other state and/or federal legislative and regulatory requirements that may impact our services or our clients., • Implement a shared and unrelenting focus on integrated health quality improvement, efficiency, effectiveness and accountability, developing workflow, systems and full utilization of the HER to achieve this goal., • Work closely with finance team to create and manage balanced integrated health budgets, and to review billing and receivables in the pursuit of full revenue maximization., • Continue to grow Care Management/Health Homes to ensure the program is fully integrated within the agency., • Other duties as required to advance the agency’s mission. WILLINGNESS TO TRAVEL: 50% (preferred) BENEFITS/PERKS: • A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family (fulltime required), • 403B retirement benefits, • Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance, • Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, 12 paid holidays for fulltime, sick leave based on hours worked), • Free employee assistance program through National EAP, • Insurance discounts for our staff and their families, • Trainings to support professional and personal development, • Employee wellness program, • Employee recognition activities Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 Per Year Hiring Incentive of $1,000 after 500 worked hours. MercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit Company DescriptionWe are a non-profit agency for children and family services. A career with MercyFirst, an innovative, community-based social service agency, can be meaningful in so many ways. Be part of an organization committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families struggling to make their way in the world. In addition to the rewarding work we accomplish as a team each day, MercyFirst also has generous compensation and benefits offerings, a great client and employee-focused internal culture, and career advancement opportunities. We are seeking qualified and motivated professionals who want to help MercyFirst build lasting foundations for children and youth with complex needs, and help them overcome and recover from trauma and prepare for a promising future. MercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment.We are a non-profit agency for children and family services. A career with MercyFirst, an innovative, community-based social service agency, can be meaningful in so many ways. Be part of an organization committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children and families struggling to make their way in the world. In addition to the rewarding work we accomplish as a team each day, MercyFirst also has generous compensation and benefits offerings, a great client and employee-focused internal culture, and career advancement opportunities.\r\n\r\nWe are seeking qualified and motivated professionals who want to help MercyFirst build lasting foundations for children and youth with complex needs, and help them overcome and recover from trauma and prepare for a promising future.\r\n\r\nMercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment.

Job Description Hope For Youth has an exciting opportunity for a part-time cook! Hope For Youth is a nonprofit organization specializing in child welfare services. For over 50 years, Hope For Youth strives to provide positive outcomes for children, adolescents, and families. If you're interested in positively impacting the lives of our youth while doing something your passionate about, you have come to the right place. We are also honored to announce that the Hauppauge Industrial Association of Long Island (HIA-LI), an advocate for its member organizations since 1978, has recognized HFY as their Not-For Profit Business Award honoree for Excellence in 2025! To be a successful Cook, you must be ready, willing, and able to do the following always: • Responsible for daily lunch and dinner preparation and keeping breakfast station fully stocked. Food preparation includes preparing trays in advance for weekend use., • Prepare monthly menus of healthy balanced meals., • Prepare specialized meals as needed, ie. diabetic, low-fat, etc., • Food ordering and shops within allotted budget., • Maintaining kitchen and equipment cleanliness at all times, • Safe food storage and handling as per regulations., • High School Diploma or GED, • Valid Driver's License, • Ability to lift/move up to fifty (50) pounds, stand for long periods Please include resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Hope For Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All offers must be made contingent and once a contingent offer has been accepted, all processing must note the contingency throughout the process. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Excellent training and leadership opportunities available throughout employment and more. Here are some of the other benefits of working for Hope For Youth. • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!, • Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers, • Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging, • Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities, • Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance, • Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, • Special Events and Recognition Awards, • Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within, • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment - Medical, Dental, Vision - HRA with HSA and Co-pay options available., • 91% Employer-paid medical premiums, • Generous paid time off, • Agency-funded Pension Plan, • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, Aflac, • Agency-paid life insurance and disability, and for some positions, long-term disability Learn more about Hope For Youth at: Additional Pay Range Information The salary range and/or hourly rate range listed for this position is a good faith determination of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, licensing, certifications, other credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity, etc.). Learn more about Hope For Youth at: Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Make your work matter-every single day. Join a mission-driven team where you support the people who change the lives of children and families across Long Island. Hope For Youth has been a trusted leader in child welfare for over 55 years. We're looking for an experienced, energetic HR Recruiter Specialist to help drive our people strategy through what we call the Six Rs: recruitment, retention, rejuvenation-plus research, react, and respect. Based onsite in our Amityville office, this role is more than filling positions-it's about building pipelines, strengthening community partnerships, and elevating HFY's reputation as an employer of choice in the nonprofit human services space. You'll play a critical role in attracting, engaging, and retaining talent that fuels our mission. If you're tech-savvy, relationship-driven, and ready to innovate in how we find, connect with, and keep great people-this is your opportunity to make a real impact. Qualifications include: • HR or recruiting experience-you know the work and you get it done, • Solid understanding of employment laws, especially in hiring and recruiting, • You thrive in fast-paced environments and move with urgency, flexibility, and a "figure it out" mindset, • Natural relationship-builder with managers, candidates, and community partners, • Organized, process-driven, and known for strong follow-through, • Tech-savvy-you use systems and data to track, report, and improve results, • You bring personality, creativity, and positive energy to everything you do, • Trusted with confidential information and committed to best practices, • Strong communicator-clear, confident, and comfortable on the phone and in groups, • Team-first mindset-you show up, pitch in, and make the team stronger, • Reliable daily access to a personal vehicle for recruitment activities and travel, • Experience in a nonprofit or social services environment strongly preferred, • Dependable and professional onsite presence; consistently meets schedule and job expectations, • Willing and able to represent HFY at job fairs, community events, and other recruitment initiatives Here are some of the other benefits of working for Hope For Youth. • Meaningful work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families of Long Island!, • Supportive like-minded, mission-driven co-workers, • Diverse Culture that promotes recognition and belonging, • Advancement and supplemental pay opportunities, • Free Training programs, Free Tuition Credits, Scholarships and Tuition Assistance, • Employees may be eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs, • Special Events and Recognition Awards, • Volunteer and Internship opportunities available within, • Benefit eligibility commences on the first of the month following the first 30 days of employment, • 90% Employer-paid medical premiums, • Generous paid time off, • Agency-funded Pension Plan, • Pre-tax savings plans: self-directed 403(b), 529, FSA and HSA Accounts Additional Pay Range Information The salary range and/or hourly rate range listed for this position is a good faith determination of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining an employee's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, licensing, certifications, other credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity, etc.). Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job DescriptionDescription: Company Overview The Academy Charter Schools offers an exceptional interdisciplinary curriculum in a technology rich environment that challenges students to explore connections across subjects and use experiential learning to bridge the gaps between theory and practice. The Academy’s focus on character development and community service cultivates a student body poised to be active, engaged, and responsible members of the community. The Academy employs a committed staff whose teaching and high academic and behavioural expectations will promote the excellence known so the community’s children can achieve. Position Overview The Academy Charter School Teacher Assistant understands and promotes the school’s mission, vision, objectives, and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The Teacher's Assistant is responsible for supporting the classroom/instructional program that supports the individual needs of all children in accordance with the school’s mission and values established by the school. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Assist in instructing and supervising children in classroom activities., • Continuously monitor children to ensure safety at all times, and report child abuse and neglect when necessary., • Participate in learning teams within the school community that maximize cohesion, collaboration and alignment with school initiatives, • Help to maintain a clean and organized learning environment, • Maintain a quality room arrangement in compliance with curriculum standards, • Provide opportunities and supervise activities in order for students to demonstrate individually and large groups the skills and talents developed in the instructional program., • As a parent advocate, along with assistance from the School Counselor resolve issues or concerns that are raised, • Inform parents about daily classroom routine and expectations, • Responsible for the safety and welfare of all students during admission, dismissal, lunch and physical education, • Interact with students, parents and colleagues in a professional, positive and inspiring manner, • Maintain classroom supply lists and inventory, • Other tasks as assigned by Administration Pay Transparency: The hourly range for this role is $18.00/hr. - $21.50/hr. Base pay offered may vary within the posted range based on several factors, including but not limited to education, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The Academy is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Requirements: • Bachelor’s Degree required., • New York Teaching Assistant Certification required, • 1-2 years student teaching experience in a urban school setting, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required to develop rubrics, examine data and metrics that will enhance student knowledge and promote performance of superior work products, • Knowledge of childhood development and demonstrated experience with executing planned lessons to meet the differential needs of each child

Job Description Company Overview The Academy Charter Schools offers an exceptional interdisciplinary curriculum in a technology rich environment that challenges students to explore connections across subjects and use experiential learning to bridge the gaps between theory and practice. The Academy’s focus on character development and community service cultivates a student body poised to be active, engaged, and responsible members of the community. The Academy employs a committed staff whose teaching and high academic and behavioral expectations will promote the excellence known so the community’s children can achieve. Position Overview The Academy Charter School Teacher Assistant understands and promotes the school’s mission, vision, objectives, and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The Teacher's Assistant is responsible for supporting the classroom/instructional program that supports the individual needs of all children in accordance with the school’s mission and values established by the school. *Positions available in Wyandanch, Hempstead, and Uniondale Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Assist in instructing and supervising children in classroom activities., • Continuously monitor children to ensure safety at all times, and report child abuse and neglect when necessary., • Participate in learning teams within the school community that maximize cohesion, collaboration and alignment with school initiatives, • Help to maintain a clean and organized learning environment, • Maintain a quality room arrangement in compliance with curriculum standards, • Provide opportunities and supervise activities in order for students to demonstrate individually and large groups the skills and talents developed in the instructional program., • As a parent advocate, along with assistance from the School Counselor resolve issues or concerns that are raised, • Inform parents about daily classroom routine and expectations, • Responsible for the safety and welfare of all students during admission, dismissal, lunch and physical education, • Interact with students, parents and colleagues in a professional, positive and inspiring manner, • Maintain classroom supply lists and inventory, • Other tasks as assigned by Administration Qualifications & Skills • Bachelor’s Degree required., • New York Teaching Assistant Certification required, • 1-2 years student teaching experience in a urban school setting, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required to develop rubrics, examine data and metrics that will enhance student knowledge and promote performance of superior work products, • Knowledge of childhood development and demonstrated experience with executing planned lessons to meet the differential needs of each child Pay Transparency: The hourly range for this role is $18.00/hr. - $21.50/hr. Base pay offered may vary within the posted range based on several factors, including but not limited to education, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. The Academy is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Company DescriptionThe Academy Charter Schools offers an exceptional interdisciplinary curriculum in a technology-rich environment that challenges students to explore connections across subjects and use experiential learning to bridge the gaps between theory and practice. The Academy’s focus on character development and community service cultivate a student body poised to be active, engaged and responsible members of the community. The Academy employs a committed staff whose teaching and high academic and behavioral expectations will promote the excellence known, so the community’s children can achieve.The Academy Charter Schools offers an exceptional interdisciplinary curriculum in a technology-rich environment that challenges students to explore connections across subjects and use experiential learning to bridge the gaps between theory and practice. The Academy’s focus on character development and community service cultivate a student body poised to be active, engaged and responsible members of the community. The Academy employs a committed staff whose teaching and high academic and behavioral expectations will promote the excellence known, so the community’s children can achieve.