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Job Description Position Summary The Permanency Specialist works as part of the residential social service team to ensure that each youth has a clear, actionable, and timely plan toward a safe, stable, and lifelong family connection. This role focuses on concurrent planning, adoption readiness, and reunification efforts, coordinating closely with caseworkers, families, foster/adoptive parents, ACS, and community partners. The Permanency Specialist serves as an advocate for youth in permanency planning meetings, facilitates meaningful engagement with birth families and kin, and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations and timeframes. About St. John’s Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Key Responsibilities Permanency Planning & Coordination • Lead the development and implementation of individualized permanency plans for each assigned youth, aligned with agency and ACS policy requirements., • Ensure concurrent planning is in place and updated regularly to avoid delays in permanency., • Conduct permanency-focused conversations with youth, ensuring they understand their rights, options, and the planning process., • Facilitate family-finding activities, including kinship searches and outreach to potential connections., • Prepare youth, families, and caregivers for adoption, guardianship, or reunification through coaching, referrals, and resource linkage., • Identifyand address barriers to permanency, including legal, emotional, and practical challenges., • Attend case conferences, Family Team Conferences, permanency hearings, and court proceedings as needed., • Maintainaccurate,timelycase notes and permanency tracking in agency databases., • Monitor case timelines to ensure compliance with state and federal permanency mandates (ASFA, NYS OCFS standards)., • Participate in permanency audits, PAMS reviews, and corrective action plans. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or related field (Master’spreferred)., • At least 2 years of child welfare experience, with a focus on permanency, adoption, or foster care preferred., • Strong understanding of ACS, OCFS, and ASFA permanency requirements., • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage youth and families from diverse backgrounds., • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Skills • Experience in family finding and kinship care outreach., • Familiarity with trauma-informed care and youth voice advocacy., • Bilingual (English/Spanish or other languages) strongly preferred. Additional Requirements • Ability to travel within NYC boroughs for home visits, court appearances, and meetings., • Must pass all required background clearances., • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job DescriptionMake a difference in the life of a youth/teenager today! If you are a compassionate individual or teacher that has worked with children or teenagers, this job may be for you! Seeking an individual who can be a positive role model and support for a youth/teenager struggling with anxiety, ADHD, or other Mental Health or behavior related challenges. Job Summary: The ideal candidate will have experience working with children/teenagers and shaping behaviors to improve the quality of life for the child and family. Duties: • Provide guidance, support, and strategies to address the child and family's needs., • Follow and implement an individualized plan to address goals for the child and family., • Foster positive relationship with child to promote growth and development., • Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other professionals to ensure the well-being of the child. Skills: • Experience in behavior strategies, childcare, special education, or related fields., • Strong mentoring and educational skills., • Knowledge of child welfare practices and behavioral health., • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Flexible after school hours. compensation rate $25-$40 an hour, based on experience, education and skill level. Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma, BA is a plus.

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 DescriptionBenefits: • 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 Background: Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Position Summary: Behavioral Health Provider (Fee-for-Service) Position Summary: The BHP FFS will provide CFTSS (Children and Family Treatment and Support Services) to children and youth up to the age of 21. These services are designed to be provided in client’s home, foster home and other community settings throughout Queens and Brooklyn. BHP's assist children/youth to meet their behavioral health needs and assist to prevent the onset or progression of behavioral health conditions. CFTSS Services, Education and Experience Requirements: OLP (Other Licensed Practitioner) - provides therapy (individual, family) • A Master's Degree from an accredited program, in Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling or related areas. Licensed in NYS to prescribe, diagnose and/or treat individuals with physical, mental illness, substance use disorder of functional limitations (Licensed Psychoanalyst, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LMSW, LCAT)., • Experience in Cognitive behavioral therapy, evidence-based psychotherapy interventions preferred. Modalities: Individual, Family, Collateral, Group., • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Community Psychiatric Support (CPST) - provides counseling, intensive interventions, crisis avoidance skills and debriefing, psychoeducation. • Bachelor’s Degree and three years of applicable experience in children’s mental health, addiction, and/or foster care/child welfare/juvenile justice or other related human services field., • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) - provides clients with development of social, interpersonal and daily living skills. Help with community integration and building of autonomy and natural supports. • Associate’s Degree plus three years experience working with vulnerable youth; Bachelor’s Degree plus two years experience working with vulnerable youth., • Bilingual English/Spanish a plus Schedule: • Fee-For-Service, hourly rates., • After school to accommodate children's' daily schedule., • Monday - Friday, weekends, depending on client's and family's availability CFTSS – Behavioral Health Provider (Fee-For-Service) Work Location: • In person primarily (Queens and Brooklyn), • Some virtual based on client's capacity and family's preference Candidates may apply for several or all skills indicated above, should they meet the minimum job qualifications. Applicants must have excellent communication and writing skills. Applicants must have quick and easy access to a computer, and be adept at using the computer for internet, word processing, completion of required documentation, and email correspondence. Job Description: • Complete comprehensive clinical assessment to identify a child/youth and family’s service needs., • Develop treatment plan with the child/family to restore functioning and/or ameliorate behavioral health symptoms., • Provide psychotherapy (counseling) for the purpose of alleviating symptoms or functional limitations., • Provide In-Home or Community based goal directed Interventions to address behavioral health needs., • Develop Crisis Avoidance Strategies with child/youth and family. Debrief and reassessment of precursors and triggers., • Provide psychoeducation to enhance management of behavioral health symptoms and/or emotional disturbances., • Assist child/youth to enhance their social and interpersonal skills., • Support and rehabilitate child/youth with daily living skills and community integration., • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Salary Range: $40 - $70 depending on service provided Additional Comments: Per program requirements, once hired the applicant will be fingerprinted and cleared through the State Central Register.

Job Description Summary Job Description: The Case Planner Supervisor must be high energy with a bias for action. Must be able to effectively manage crises and conflicts. Practices and drives teamwork within and between program service units. Responsible for supervision and guidance to case planning team. Works across program departments to ensure resident goals are in progress and is committed to success as related to resident outcomes. Ensures documentation; reports, court hearings, meetings, trainings are scheduled/ attended as necessary for department expectations as set forth by agency and ACS/ OCFS and other stakeholders. Implements/ schedules training as needed and ensures case planning team compliance with agency procedure and protocol. This position offers a full-time, 35 hour-per-week, field and in person work schedule and is based in Rockaway Park, New York. From time to time, this position requires work outside of normally scheduled working hours. About St. John’s Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Principal Responsibilities • Demonstrates fidelity to the agency’s service values and organizational imperatives., • Monitors submission of progress notes, Court Reports, FASP, PHR’s and other case planning documentation as required., • Conducts weekly supervision with Case Planners to ensure agency, ACS/ OCFS mandates and requirements are adhered to., • Responsible for review of documentation to ensure Case Planner’s are documenting casework and collateral contacts and case progress as it relates to ACS/ OCFS and agency mandates., • Assumes responsibility for case planners’ tasks/ actions as related to the established goals for assigned resident youth., • Provides 24-hour support to social service team and resident youth as it relates to permanency planning and contact resolution., • Attends Family Team Conference and/or other staffings and meetings as necessary/required., • Engages in bi-weekly group supervision with Director of Social Services and MST-FIT staff/program to monitor MST-FIT referrals made on behalf of residents/families., • Monitors and ensures time management and organization within social services to ensure adherence to the Qualified Residential Treatment Placement/other policies governing the department/ program., • Attends any/ all trainings as recommended/ required., • Assumes duties, as assigned, during the absence of the departments Program Director., • Any and all other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience • MSW required with a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience with some knowledge of child welfare, preferably in congregate care setting., • Mature, professional, leads by example, with a strong sense of purpose and performance expectations/service excellence., • Fidelity to trauma informed care when engaging with resident population and staff alike., • Strong writing and communication abilities., • Proven supervisory success and basic child welfare knowledge., • Must be high energy with a bias for action. Travel Requirements This position offers a full-time, in-person and field schedule and is based in Rockaway Park and does require travel to other locations when needed. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John’s Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. John’s Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Job DescriptionSummary Job Description Provides direct casework services to children and their families as a member of an Independent Living team. Performs all activities and administrative tasks associated with handling a caseload in keeping with all ACS and OCFS regulations. Chairs Treatment Team Meeting. Field work that sometime requires you to drive residents/ family members in your vehicle. Some evening hours are required for parent conferences and home visits. About St. John’s Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Principal Responsibilities • Demonstrates fidelity to the agency’s service values and organizational imperatives., • Attend family/criminal court hearings on behalf of resident youth., • Attends monthly unit meetings with Director, caseworker and case aide of our other NSP program. Unit meetings provide a forum to discuss challenging cases, exchange treatment ideas and be updated by Director about new agency, ACS and OCFS policies., • Facilitates family team conferences to discuss progress and planning toward reunification/ independence., • Makes home visits at least once a month to discuss challenges, progress with parent/child visits and securement of community resources., • Provides direct casework services to families. Develops action plans with the assistance of the RTC/NSP/ NSD team., • Chairs Apartment Business Meeting (ABM) for RTC program resident youth., • Strongly advocates for residents/ families in securing community resources; trouble shoots in tenant/landlord conflicts, school placements, etc., • Timely compliance with all applicable social service-related regs/mandated paperwork and record keeping (OCFS, ACS, courts, etc.)., • Meets with youth at least twice a month to develop a trusting relationship, discuss progress of parent/child visits, school progress and adjustment to RTC/NSP/NSD program., • Attends, engages and advocates for youth at school conferences and IEP’s. Arranges transportation for parents to attend., • Writes psycho-socials and treatment reports based on collaboration with fellow team members. Develops a safety plan for youth., • Provides one-on-one counseling and trauma-informed casework, as needed, practice with individual youth., • Meets biweekly with supervisor and case aide to discuss treatment plans, progress, challenges and ideas., • Facilitates permanent connections for youth/assures family engagement whenever possible., • Explores clinical, educational, vocational and legal services, • Attends, engages and advocates for youth at school conferences and IEP’s. Arranges transportation for parents to attend., • Attends training sessions and transitional conferences at ACS and detention centers, • Develop effective working relations and cooperate with administrative team throughout the entire case management process., • Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree required in Social Work or related field with one year experience in child welfare, • Clean NYS driver’s license and access to own personal car Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree preferred Travel Requirements This position offers a hybrid and in field schedule and requires significant travel throughout the five boroughs. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John’s Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. John’s Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Job Description Position Overview: Under the broad supervision of the Program Supervisor of the Central Harlem, Westside Center, Jamaica or Far Rockaway Preventive Services Program, this position is responsible for the direct supervision and monitoring of children and families who are deemed to be at risk of foster care placement in the communities of Central Harlem, Washington Heights, Jamaica, Far Rockaway and surrounding communities. The scope of these responsibilities includes, but is not limited to individual and family counseling, home visits, school visits, monitoring of medical, mental health and educational services. Position Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have at least a Bachelors Degree in Social Work or related field. Prior experience in child welfare or other social services, including day care, youth services or other related programs that involves direct work and contact with children and families. Good verbal and written communication skills required. Must be computer literate. Benefits/Perks! • A comprehensive health insurance package including medical and dental. Vision plan paid for you and your family., • Difference card, • Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance, • 403B retirement benefits and employer contribution, • Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, 10 paid holidays), • Comprehensive Training to support professional and personal development, • Employee Assistance Program through Magellan Healthcare, • Leave Management Services, • PSLF eligibilityThe Harlem Dowling does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

Job Description Summary Job Description: The Life Coach is the vital party in facilitating the integration of assigned youth back to their families and communities. The Life Coach will serve as an advocate, supporter, and counselor, for the youth during his time in placement and oversee the youth’s time in aftercare. The Life Coach will establish healthy relationships with NSP youth and their families. The idea is to reduce recidivism. This position offers a full-time, 40 hour-per-week, hybrid work schedule and is based in Queens, NY. From time to time, this position requires work outside of normally scheduled working hours. About St. John’s Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Principle Responsibilities • Demonstrates fidelity to the agency’s service values and organizational imperatives;, • Works with youth on Youth Level of Service (YLS ) service goals thataddressesthe criminogenic needs of the youth. These activities are though provoking assignments such as anger log, vision board, etc., • Provides support to youthmoving upthroughMYSIphase system by assisting them in completing phase projects such as but not limited to “lifeline” which captures positive and negative moments throughout the life of a youth., • Works in partnership and collaborates with the Aftercare Coordinator to maintain a safe, and reality-based transition plan for youth inAftercareprogram., • Provides intensivesupportsto families to ensure access to community resources (housing, jobs, transportation, home making services as appropriate)., • Attends,engagesand advocates for youth at school conferences and other scheduled meetings necessary for the success of the youth., • Visits resident/family inthe home up to multiple times a week to discuss challenges and progress with parent/child on case by case basis., • Oversees and manages assigned caseload of residentyouth asrelated to after care needs., • Responsible for planning and implementing family engagement activities, at least weekly or as appropriate., • Monitors and supports resident youth as related to their pursuit of educational, vocational, and employment needs and goals., • Attends prosocial activities/ events with youth, at least once a week., • Provides real time, in-person and/or phone emergency crisis intervention support for assigned youth 24/7., • Continues to work with youth to follow YLS service plan goals during aftercare., • Attendstrainings as recommendedandrequired., • Attends criminal court proceedings with youth and assist in whatever support is needed for court., • EntersCase Management content such as face to face contacts with youth and families, team meeting notes, visitation, and other information into CNNX., • All other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications and Experience • Minimum High School diploma requiredwith at least one full year of professional experience working with youth, preferably in child welfare., • Valid Driver's License and access to a working vehicle required. Preferred Qualifications • AA degree or some college preferred, • Direct experience with working with trouble teens and their families in the juvenile justice system preferred. Travel Requirements This position offers a full-time, hybrid/in field schedule and is based in Queens, NY and require regular travel throughout the five boroughs. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John’s Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. John’s Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Job Description Substitute Teacher - Douglaston Preschool Coverage teacher who implements IEP goals for students in a classroom using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and manages the classroom in the absence of the regular teacher. RESPONSIBILITIES • Complete required QSAC orientation., • Ensure health, safety & welfare of individuals., • Conduct formal and informal assessments of educational programs and behavior interventions., • Supervise Teacher’s Assistants/Aides and participate in the implementation of educational programs and behavior interventions., • Implement and adhere to IEP/Student Program., • Supervise and implement completion of program/student documentation., • Supervise and delegate responsibilities to Teacher’s Assistants/Aides., • Complete and maintain training requirements., • Complete required program documentation/certifications (e.g. Employee Medicals, PPD, CPR, etc. as required)., • Interact/communicate with parents, college interns, professionals, and other interested visitors., • Punctuality and regular attendance is expected., • Maintain participant/family confidentiality., • Commitment to company values and adherence to policies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Experience with Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis preferred., • Ability to run., • Ability to safely assist lifting individuals of various weights & 20 lb items., • Clearance through state mandated Background/Fingerprint Check(s)., • Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served. Benefits Our benefits go beyond health and retirement. You will be joining a passionate community of professionals and staff who support each other in a challenging and rewarding work culture. • Competitive salary, • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance have very low out of pocket costs (for FT staff), • Medical can be as low as $10 dollar per paycheck / $26 dollars a year for full medical coverage ( for FT staff), • Generous Paid Time Off policy, • Group Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (for FT staff), • Flexible Spending Accounts (for FT staff), • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits, • 403(b) Retirement with Employer Discretionary Match (for FT staff), • Opportunities for career advancement, • Qualifications are subject to change in accordance with government regulations. *This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. QSAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Mission-Oriented. Results-Driven. Collaborative. Passionate. We Are QSAC. To apply: Please send resumes to

Job DescriptionBackground: Forestdale (FD) is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care (FC) services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in Queens & Brooklyn. We help thousands of families work through acute & complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. FD’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary Parent Advocates play an important role in helping parents who have been struggling to maintain or improve their relationships with their children in foster care and help them along a path to stability so they can be reunited with their children safely and promptly. Forestdale is seeking candidates with “lived experience” to serve as Parent Advocates for families currently involved with the foster care system. The Parent Advocate is responsible for identifying and implementing strategies to effectively reach out to parents of children in foster care and/or at risk of placement. The Parent Advocate works with staff to meet parents, identifies and surveys the needs of families, provides support during family visits including visit coaching, assists in developing and facilitating parent support groups, and serves as an advocate for both specific and general parent needs. Major Responsibilities/Activities • Provides advocacy for families on both a case specific and general basis, • Attends conferences and meetings with parents to assist them in accessing services, • Assists in identifying problems that prevent families from accessing services and working with providers to develop alternatives, including escorting parents to services or appointments when it is beneficial, • Assists in linking families with school and community services, • Supports families in adjusting to new services, • Develop and implement activities to involve parents and families, • Conducts Parent and Family Support Groups, • Escort parents to HRA and other community resources, • Make visits to parent home when necessary, • Advocates for the concerns of parents in meetings, case conferences, and with colleagues at Forestdale and other entities, • Assists in developing and implementing consumer satisfaction measures for families, • Monitors and ensures the recording of all contacts and services delivered, • Ensure that all required forms and documentation are complete, • Responsible for ensuring compliance with all agency policies, procedures and governmental regulations including but not limited to HIPAA, • High school degree or completion of a GED Program, • Self-motivated, organized, compassionate and creative, • Have a working knowledge of the child welfare and family court systems., • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, • Completion of Parent Advocate training program a plus, • An understanding and respect for community needs and cultures, • Willing and capable of working with families from a wide variety of cultures, • Ability to develop working relationships with children and adults using good interpersonal skills, • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including some evenings and weekends, • Ability to travel in and around the metropolitan New York City region Salary Range: $42,000 - $48,500 Benefits: • Four weeks' vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • Pension plan, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans Additional Information: Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionBACKGROUND Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary The LMSW/LBHP is responsible for assessment and treatment planning for all children on his/her caseload in the foster care program. S/he supports the use of best practice behavioral health assessment and treatment and ensures NY State and City regulatory compliance. Salary • Masters/Limited License - $60,000, • Masters/License - $65,000, • Performing clinical and trauma-based assessments of youth and children, • Completing disposition summaries for all intake visits; establishing treatment goals for children, utilizing historical and current available information in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team., • Assisting children and youth to develop skills as defined in treatment goals, • Providing psychotherapeutic supports and therapy., • Providing individual counseling and treatment, substance abuse counseling and treatment, trauma-informed counseling and treatment, family and group counseling, transitional counseling., • Promoting integration with community resources and skill-building., • Providing psycho-education and wellness education., • Communicating with family, case planning staff and medical practitioners., • Enhancing compliance with behavioral expectations., • Utilizing interventions drawn from evidence-based psychotherapeutic methodology., • Structuring interventions to decrease problem behavior and increase developmentally appropriate pro-social behavior., • Participating in multidisciplinary clinical team meetings, as needed, • Participating in case conferences, as scheduled and needed, • Reviewing incoming behavioral health evaluations and communicating recommendations to foster care and clinical staff for follow up; supporting the Director of Behavioral Health with coordinating recommendation follow up., • Master’s degree from an accredited university in behavioral sciences or related field, • Preferred 1-3 years’ experience delivering direct services to children, youth and families., • Compliance with:, • Required background checks, including NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse/Maltreatment, NYS Sex Offender Registry, NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services fingerprinting, NYS Justice Center Staff Exclusion List, NYS OMIG Medicaid Exclusion List., • Mandated reporter training., • Four weeks’ vacation, 1 self care day and 12 sick days, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionBackground: Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary: The Family Support Preventive Program provides support for families facing challenges which can impact their ability to parent their children and keep them safe. This program uses the Solution-Based Casework model of practice to assist the families to identify family strengths and normative behaviors that they can use to address challenges. The Family Support Case Planner is responsible for working with families who are experiencing circumstances that threaten the safety and well-being of their children. The role of the Family Support Case Planner is to work with families to support, help strengthen and promote healthy growth and development within the family. Salary Range: Bachelors - $27.47/hr - $28.57/hr Bachelors (Bilingual)- $28.57/hr - $29.67/hr Masters - $28.02/hr - $31.59/hr Masters (Bilingual) - $29.12/hr - $32.69/hr Masters (Bilingual & License) - $31.32/hr - $35.43/hr Essential Functions: • Visit families in their homes, communities or at the agency as dictated by the family’s circumstance as well as the preventive mandates., • Engage the family using the Solution Based Casework Model., • Document all case activity in the systems of record – N.Y.S. Connections and N.Y.C. PROMIS, • Advocate for clients in their effort to secure services, such as public assistance, health insurance and immigration issues., • Coordinate and maintain contact with workers at the Administration for Children’s Services, • Maintain contact with service providers e.g., schools, mental health facilities/therapist, substance abuse and any other services as indicated., • Participate in Family Team Conferences, Case Conferences, staff meetings, in-service trainings, and outside trainings for professional development., • Assist in emergency situations, as needed., • Responsible for ensuring compliance with all agency policies, procedures and governmental regulations., • Other duties as required. Minimum Requirements: • Bachelor or Master’s degree in Social Work or a related credential from an accredited college or university., • At least 1 year of experience in case management, counseling and advocacy services, this may include internship experience., • Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule., • Bilingual a plus Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: Four weeks’ vacation Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans Flexible Schedule Opportunities for educational scholarships Location: 86-57 Midland Parkway, Jamaica Estates, 11432 Additional Information: Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionBackground: Forestdale (FD) is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care (FC) services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in Queens & Brooklyn. We help thousands of families work through acute & complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. FD’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary Forestdale Inc. Family Treatment Rehabilitation Preventive Services is an intensive family support prevention program for families facing challenges which can impact the ability to parent their children. This program uses the Solution-Based Casework model of practice. The Family Treatment Rehabilitation (FT/R) Case Planner Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of four case planners and one case aide. FT/R Case Planners work with families who are experiencing circumstances that threaten the safety and well-being of their children. Families referred to the FT/R Program are experiencing crises in addressing mental health and/or substance abuse concerns --- these concerns can be related to the parents and/or the children. Preventive Services help in preventing the separation of children from their families and facilitate the process of promoting healthy growth and development within the family. Major Responsibilities/Activities • Supervise a unit of (4) FTR Case Planners with a caseload of 8, and (1) FTR Case Aide, • Support certification in the SBC model and ensure the case planners practice model fidelity., • Participate in CDTs, Case Conferences and other staff meetings., • Conduct weekly supervision with each Case Planner to review case details as it relates to safety, permanency, well-being and progress of each family., • Ensure and track that Case Planners and Case Aides are attending ACS’s Mandatory and Forestdale’s in-service trainings., • Facilitate Unit meetings to support and guide their team with an emphasis on safety, risk and goals attainment by family., • Complete monthly Supervisory Case Reviews for Child Welfare Systems cases in Connections and for ADVPO template., • Attend All Conferences (FTC, ERC, STC’s) with direct report staff., • Monitor timely submission in PROMIS and Connections., • Responsible for weekly submissions of information to IT/QI department., • Review all documentations (e.g. FASP’s, Progress Notes, Court Reports, etc.) to ensure services provisions are in compliance with ACS and OCFS regulations., • Other duties as required. Minimum Requirements • Masters in (Social Work, Mental Health, Psychology, etc.) required; license preferred., • At least 2 years Supervisory and some clinical experience preferred., • At least 3 year working with families. Child welfare experience preferred, • Must have a commitment to work from a strength based, trauma-informed & youth and family development perspective., • Bi-lingual ability preferred. Salary: • Masters: $66,000 to $73,000, • Masters / Language: $67,000 to $75,000, • Masters / License: $70,000 to $78,000, • Masters / License / Language: $72,000 to $80,000 Location: Jamaica, Queens Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job Description Job Summary Socio-therapists are assigned to children who may have experienced traumatic situations which result in behavioral dysregulation in the foster home. To assist the case planner and foster parent identify and manage the behaviors, a child or youth may be referred to the Treatment Team for evaluation and to determine if a Socio-therapist should be assigned. If the decision is to assign a Socio-therapist, then the socio-therapist, case planner and foster parent work to develop a behavioral plan to address the behaviors. The Socio-therapist meets with the foster parent and child/youth weekly to monitor the behavior plan and to help the child/youth gain mastery over the behavior. The Socio-therapist Supervisor is responsible for having and conveying a clear vision for how Socio-therapists can have the maximum positive impact on clients; providing weekly supervision to the Socio-therapists; and assisting them to design and review the behavior plan and make changes as needed. He/she is required to use the Trauma Responsive Informed Parenting Program (TRIPP) to develop the skills of the Socio-therapists and to develop the behavioral plan. Major Responsibilities/Activities • Provide consultation to Socio-therapists on assessing for safety and risk and crisis intervention., • Conduct individual and group supervision with assigned Socio-therapists., • Maintain written supervisory records., • Maintain small number of own caseloads of (2) youths/children receiving socio-therapy services, • Ensure optimal delivery of clinical support, services, and crisis intervention along with behavioral management, therapeutic and developmental support to children and their caregivers., • Consult with Socio-therapists on individual treatment plans for children, monitor progression of each case, and update treatment plans as necessary., • When appropriate, co-facilitate monthly Treatment Team Meetings on each caseload., • Collaborate with medical, mental health, and model consultants on all evidence- based model interventions being implemented in clinical services., • Track referrals to the TTM, enrollments and discharges, • Collaborate closely with case planning supervisor., • Participate in case conferences, family team conferences, and meetings with clients, foster parents and other stakeholders as needed., • Review all Progress Notes, Court Reports, correspondence, and other documentation, ensuring quality and timely submission and accurate submission of all forms and documents required by ACS., • Participate in unit meetings, staff meetings, and supervision/coaching. Minimum Requirements • Prior supervisory experience a plus, • Strong organization skills, • Ability to motivate staff, • Master’s degree in social work from an accredited college; Licensure by the State Education Department of the State of New York, • LMSW or LCSW or LMHC required, • A minimum of two years of post MSW experience in the field of child welfare with a concentration in foster care and adoption Salary Range: Masters: $65,000 to $73,000 Masters / Language: $67,000 to $75,000 Masters / License: $70,000 to $78,000 Masters / License / Language: $72,000 to $80,000 Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships IMPORTANT NOTE: All employees, volunteers and interns must show proof of vaccination upon hire. Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job Description If you have a passion for helping those who are underserved, St. John's is a place where you can truly make a difference in the lives of some of the city's most vulnerable. You are the next YDC! St. John's seeks to fill both full-time and per-diem YDC positions across all agency programs. This includes our Richmond Hill, RTC & NSP programs in the borough of Queens as well as Staten Island and Brooklyn, NY. Education: Minimum of a HS diploma or equivalent required w/ prior experience working with youth, preferably in child welfare; Some college preferred. *The position also requires a valid NYS driver's license in good standing Please indicate if seeking full-time or per-diem work & preferred location preference when submitting your resume. Overview of Responsibilities: The Youth Development Counselor (YDC) is the foundation of the agency and provides the oversight, supervision and guidance to the resident youth assigned. Serves as a role model, liaison and mentor while providing daily guidance. The YDC also works in collaboration with social service staff and external service providers to ensure compliance with recommendations/ court orders, as well as ACS/OCFS standards and guidelines. Per-diem status affords flexibility of scheduling and the opportunity to experience for OTJ training to determine if this might be the perfect career path for you. About St. John's Residence for Boys:St. John's is an established child welfare agency serving youth throughout the NYC boroughs. We are located in Rockaway Park, Queens, with two physical work sites dedicated to the oversight, supervision and care of our resident youth. Our agency operates 24-7/, 365-days a year, providing options to accommodate a variety of scheduling needs for our staff.

Job DescriptionBackground: Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary: Family Treatment and Rehabilitation Case Planner is responsible for working with families who are experiencing circumstances that threaten the safety and well-being of their children. Families that referred to the Family Treatment and Rehabilitation Program are currently experiencing mental health and/or substance abuse issues which place the children at risk. These identified family members can be either the parents and/or the child. The role of the Family Support Case Planner is to work with families to support, help strengthen and promote healthy growth and development within the family. Major Responsibilities/Activities: • Visit families in their homes, communities or at the agency as indicated by the Phase of Treatment –Initial, Baseline or Stabilization. The visits ranges from a minimum of 3 times per week (Initial Phase of Treatment); or 1 time per week (Baseline Phase of Treatment); or two times a month (Stabilization Phase of Treatment)., • Provide individual, family and group counseling, as needed., • Advocate for clients in their effort to secure services, such as public assistance, health insurance and immigration issues., • Coordinate and maintain contact with workers at the Administration for Children’s Services, • Maintain contact with schools, mental health facilities/therapist and any other service providers., • Participate in Clinical Diagnostic Team Meetings, staff meetings, in-service trainings, and outside trainings for professional development., • Document all case activity using the systems of record - N.Y.S. Connections and the N.Y.C. PROMIS, • Assist in emergency situations, as needed., • Responsible for ensuring compliance with all agency policies, procedures and governmental regulations., • Bachelor or master’s degree in Social Work or a related credential from an accredited college or university., • At least1- 2 years of experience in case management, counseling and advocacy services., • Some knowledge of the child welfare system, preferable., • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills., • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule., • Bi-lingual ability preferred. Salary Range: Bachelors - $29.12/hr - $31.04/hr Bachelors (Bilingual)- $30.22/hr - $32.15/hr Masters - $30.22/hr - $33.24/hr Masters (Bilingual) - $31.59/hr - $34.34/hr Masters (Bilingual & License) - $34.43/hr - $37.09/hr Location: 86-57 Midland Parkway Jamaica, NY 11432 Additional Information: Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionBACKGROUND: Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently. Job Summary: The Education Specialist is responsible for supporting youth in their educational, life skills, and career development journeys. This role plays a vital part in empowering young people to build leadership skills, explore postsecondary opportunities, and engage in meaningful cultural and educational experiences. The Education Specialist will plan, lead and oversee a comprehensive educational assessment process to support the agency’s mission and initiatives. Review, analyze and interpret survey data as well as academic and administrative documents. Coordinate with agency staff to ensure all youth are connected and receiving appropriate academic support and services. This is a one-year contracted position. Major Responsibilities: • Facilitate Education Assessments, capturing the following 5 buckets: School fit, Strengths and Interests, Needs and Deficits, Learning Style, and Special Needs o Assist in obtaining academic documentation such as report cards, attendance, test scores, IEPs etc. • Analyze surveys and provide data interpretation summaries, • Provide outcome summaries to all necessary staff/families o Report identifiable challenges to learning or other barriers observed in outcomes. • Collaborate with staff and/or families to decide next steps and to address observed issues or challenges found, • Attend case specific parent/teachers school conferences and other education, related conferences, • Organize all data and documentation, • Conduct school visits, • Facilitate and conduct school transfers as needed, • Accompany youth to college tours (local and out of state), • Assist the department in coordination of activities and special events (departmental and agency -wide), • Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree required, • Organizational, verbal and written communication skills, • Education experience and knowledge (i.e. IEPs, CPSE, facilitating school transfers, etc.) a plus, • Experience planning and organizing activities, • Ability to develop working relationships with children, teens and adults using good interpersonal skills, • Ability to travel in and around the metropolitan New York City region and out of state, • Ability to maintain composure and function well under stress, • A clean New York state driver’s license to assist with driving youth on activities, college tours and taking them to college, • Basic office skills (Knowledge of Microsoft, Excel, PDF programs etc.), • Ability to work in a group and/or take directions (Attend meetings, co-create documents, communicate findings and or share information), • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including some evenings and some weekends, • Successfully meet the required background checks, • Ability to speak and read another language a plus (i.e., Mandarin, French, Spanish, etc.) Salary: $50,000 - $62,000 Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY Care Management is a service model whereby all of an individual's caregivers communicate and interface so that the patient's needs are addressed in a comprehensive manner. This is done primarily through a "care manager" who oversees and provides access to all of the services an individual needs to assure that they receive everything necessary to prevent hospitalizations, stay healthy, and maintain stability. The Care Manager is ultimately responsible for the overall provision and coordination of services to assigned caseload. The Care Manager guides program enrollees and their caretakers (legal guardians) through the health care system by assisting with access issues, developing relationships with service providers, and tracking interventions and outcomes. Salary Range: Bachelors - $29.12/hr - $31.04/hr Bachelors (Bilingual)- $30.22/hr - $32.15/hr Masters - $30.22/hr - $33.24/hr Masters (Bilingual) - $31.59/hr - $34.34/hr Masters (Bilingual & License) - $34.43/hr - $37.09/hr MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / ACTIVITIES: • Obtains required Care Management enrollment consents from the individual or legal guardian., • Completes initial and ongoing needs assessments (Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths; CANS) to determine the individual’s most appropriate level of care management., • Manages the patient’s Individualized Plan of Care through which the Care Manager is able to:, • Coordinate the enrollee’s provision of services including as per their acuity level., • Support adherence to treatment recommendations, • Monitor and evaluate a patient’s needs, including prevention, wellness, medical, mental health, care transitions, and social and community services where appropriate., • Meets client contact requirements (keeping in mind that caseloads may be “blended”), • Visit face-to-face on a consistent schedule as per the mandates of their acuity level (high, medium, low), • Meets Care Management documentation requirements in a timely and accurate manner by effectively utilizing designated Care Management Portal (Medicaid Analytics Performance Portal; MAPP) and Electronic Health Records (EHRs) as needed., • Functions as an advocate for clients within the agency and external service providers, • Promotes wellness and prevention by linking enrollees with resources and services based on their individual needs and preferences., • Educates the child/caregiver on care of chronic conditions, immunization, screening and other preventive interventions., • Helps clients to obtain and maintain public benefits necessary to gain health care services, including Medicaid and cash assistance eligibility, Social Security, SNAP, housing, legal services, employment and training supports, and others., • Effectively communicates and shares information with the individual and their families and other caregivers with appropriate consideration for language, literacy and cultural preferences., • Conducts care planning meetings/conferences and serves as an interdisciplinary team member to effectively provide/coordinate comprehensive and holistic care., • Identifies available community-based resources and actively manages appropriate referrals, access, engagement, follow-up and coordination of services., • In the event of hospital admissions, actively engages in the discharge planning process ensuring that the patient has all recommended post discharge services in place prior to discharge., • Attends and participates in ongoing staff development trainings to enhance skills needed to effectively meet the demands of the Care Manager position., • Ensures that child has periodic evaluations and follow up treatment for dental, vision and hearing care, following Medicaid EPSDT guidelines., • All other duties as required. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and/or credential requirements are determined by children’s acuity level and require one or more of the following: • Bachelors of Arts or Science with two years’ experience, • A Master’s Degree in related field (License preferred), • Bilingual (Spanish speaking) preferred. The candidate must possess the following Experience: • Relevant expertise and experience in serving children and families in child welfare, developmental disabilities, mental health, healthcare and/or other systems as well as those receiving preventive services, • Care Managers serving high acuity enrollees will be required to have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the needs of such children and their families as evidenced by additional years of experience, education, or training., • Care Managers assigned to children who have medical fragility must have extensive experience in coordinating their care., • Experience providing service coordination and information, linkages, and referrals for community-based services. In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following Competencies: • Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills, • A passion for serving children and families with special needs., • Ability to travel to community-based agency offices, participant’s communities, and homes within assigned catchment area., • Ability to receive feedback to professionally grow and/or improve., • Proven self-management abilities, including meeting deadlines, ensuring compliance with agency policy and procedures, and overseeing complete and timely maintenance of agency records, in accordance with contractual requirements. Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

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 New York Licensed Clinical Social Worker [LCSW] REQUIRED PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE: Supervise the delivery of services provided by Client Care Coordinators (Social Workers) to enhance existing services to homeless families. This includes the completion of a thorough assessment, and the development and completion of a bio-psychosocial for each family upon intake, crisis intervention, counseling, client advocacy, and referrals to government and/or community-based resources. If needed, this individual will ensure that recommendations of achievable goals be implemented on each family’s service plan, leading to permanent housing, and strengthening the overall permanency outcome for clients in shelter. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of New York upon hire or within three (3) months of hire, • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in social services, counseling, crisis intervention, family services, preventive services, housing services, or homeless services, • At least two years of supervisory experience in social services, counseling, crisis intervention, family services, preventive services, housing services, or homeless services, • Knowledge in three or more of the following areas:, • Experience in supervision of social workers, • Experience in client assessment, service plan development, and case management, • Child and adolescent development, • Parent-child relationships, family dynamics, and diagnostic classifications, • Mental health and Emotional/Behavior health, • Child Welfare policies and procedures, • Government Entitlements: TANF, Social Security, Medicare etc., • Knowledge and experience working with diverse cultures and ethnicities, • Expertise in strengths-based, solution-focused, and family-centered practice, • Experience facilitating groups for adults, • Proficiency in Spanish a plus, • Excellent oral and written communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal skills, • Proficient in MS Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Manage and supervise a team of Client Care Coordinators to develop a team of skilled professional staff, including recruitment, training, supervision, evaluation, and staff scheduling to achieve the objectives of both CRF and Agency Funders, • Guide client care coordinators in the development, implementation, and achievement of program goals, • Handle administrative, operational, and programmatic issues that might affect client care coordinator staff, • Assign cases to client care coordinators for newly admitted clients to be assessed immediately upon admission and managed throughout shelter stay, • Ensure the timely completion of comprehensive bio psychosocial assessments for each client to understand strengths and service needs, • Work effectively as a part of a multi-disciplinary team to enhance client engagement and the delivery of quality service, • Enhance the delivery and coordination of mental health and related services to clients in shelter, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinator reports are clearly written and capture assessment findings and recommendations, • Confer and consult with professional and technical personnel in implementing a multidisciplinary approach to client care and well-being, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators are providing short-term counseling, outreach services, crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, and psycho-education for clients, • Collaborate with ACS and/or prevention services agencies, and participate in conferences to advocate on behalf of clients as needed, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators are providing clients with appropriate referrals and linkages between mental health providers, government agencies, and other related community-based services as needed, • Serve as agency/program liaison between DHS, government agencies, community-based organizations and/or groups, • Develop and Implement group work to be facilitated by Client Care Coordinators to address family issues, enhance life skills etc., • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators are completing all documentation in a timely manner, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators assess each client/family for supportive housing, complete supportive housing applications when applicable, and accompany residents to supportive housing interviews when needed, • Ensure that Client Care Coordinators complete and discuss exit summaries with each client, and provide clients/families with referrals and supportive services identified in their new community, • Participate in family meetings with case work and housing teams to discuss planning efforts and progress, • Networking and establishing successful linkages with government and community-based organizations to create resources for both families and staff, • Work in collaboration with the Director of Social Services and the Housing Coordinator to ensure that all services lead to permanent housing placement, • Complete special projects and assignments as needed or identified by leadership, • Must work one late a week from 11 am -7 pm to accommodate both staff and families, • Provide on-call crisis intervention support to Client Care Coordinators, • Perform other duties as assigned CLIENT CHARTS / STAFF COMPLIANCE: • Manages, reviews, and monitors Client Care Coordinators’ maintenance of client records (paper and electronic) by conducting case audits, ensuring both internal and external quality assurance standards are being met in accordance with CRF and DHS standards, • Provides training to new staff and existing Client Care Coordinator staff, • Provide individual and group supervision to Care Coordinators to provide coaching, guidance, and support on service delivery and work performance, • Ensure that high-risk cases are monitored closely and serviced effectively, • Provide Client Care Coordination team with support and guidance on high-risk and challenging cases, • Collects and analyzes data provided on client services to evaluate team success in service delivery, • Provides Client Care Coordination services in the absence or vacancy of Client Care Coordinator staff MEASURABLE AREAS: • Ability to team lead and provide effective supervision, guidance, and oversight of subordinates, • Timely reporting of critical/priority one incidents to DHS, • Ability to respond and troubleshoot crisis situations, • Comply with and promote compliance with all agency policies, helping to strengthen and maintain an ethical organizational culture Completion of DHS Monthly Metrics. • Number of biopsychosocials completed, • Number of mental health referrals, • Number of successful referrals (3 MH referrals kept), • Number of substance use referrals, • Number of successful referrals (3 SU referrals kept), • Number of other referrals, • Number of successful other referrals, • Number of linkage agreements finalized, • Number of training sessions conducted, • Number of client groups/workshops facilitated, • Timely completion and submission of CCC Unit DHS Monthly Metrics Report SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Facilitate effective communication with other staff within an interdisciplinary context, participate in and contribute to staff meetings and the development of policies and procedures, • Participate in trainings and staff-development activities to acquire and maintain both the interpersonal and operational skills necessary for successful job performance, • Provide professional development to Client Care Coordinators to enhance skill-sets as it relates to appropriately assessing the needs of clients in shelter, • Work in collaboration with site leadership to provide training and consultation to shelter-based case management team, and to increase the ability of shelter staff to address mental health issues, • Ensure that staff attend CORE trainings within (6) months of employment, such as the mandated Reporter Training, CARES Getting Started, CARES Incident Reporting, CARES Intimate Partner Violence 101, Bio-Psychosocial & Engagement 101, Bio-Psychosocial & Engagement 102, Risk & Safety Assessment, Motivational Interviewing, and CPR/First Aid PRINCIPAL RELATIONSHIPS: • Frequent interaction with diverse clients to assess and respond to their needs, • Collaborative working relationships with and volunteers who aid in the facility, • Regular contact with other program and Social Services staff to ensure team delivery of consistent high-quality services OTHER REQUIREMENTS (including Physical Demands): • May be required to work long hours and a varied schedule, • Traveling throughout various locations in the New York City area when necessary, • Lifting and moving objects weighing up to 30 pounds several times a week, • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions EEO Statement – Children’s Rescue Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. #IND1

Job Description The MDT Coordinator is responsible for coordinating efforts between Law Enforcement (NYPD), Child Protective Services (ACS), Prosecution (DA Offices and Corporation Counsel) Medical Personnel (Child Abuse Pediatricians and Nurse Practitioners) and Mental Health/Victim Advocacy (Safe Horizon) to provide a comprehensive multi-agency response to child victims of alleged sexual and/or severe physical abuse and their impacted family members. Additionally, this position is responsible for monitoring the progress and outcome of all cases throughout a family’s involvement with the CAC. Reporting directly to the CAC Senior Director, the MDT Coordinator is the only position in the entire CAC facility that is responsible for facilitating, navigating and coordinating the complex multidisciplinary team response of six on-site partner agencies and their respective staff. Capitalizing on the position’s critical importance in the CAC model and structure, critical goals of the MDT Coordinator’s complex role include: • Coordinate and facilitate case specific MDT meetings, • Activate and coordinate an immediate CAC MDT response for each new case referred to the CAC, • Mobilize MDT members assigned to each new case to facilitate the sharing of critical intake information to initiate the investigation MDT response, • Ensure that timely pre-forensic and post-forensic interview MDT meetings occur with team members assigned to each case, • Ensure that MDT members are keeping client families informed on the status of the investigation and response while they are at the CAC (i.e. follow-up appointments, court dates), • Facilitate multi-disciplinary team case planning and case review meetings in the absence of the Senior Director (often discussing between 30-60 cases during each meeting including on-site and offsite MDT members assigned to each case) and/or support the Senior Director in meeting facilitation, • Maintain a system for identifying all cases to be discussed at MDT meetings and tracking progress and outcomes of cases, • Provide consultation and coordination, • Work in collaboration with the CAC medical team to ensure the timely provision of on-site medical examinations for child victims are scheduled, • Be available for case consultation for community partners requesting an MDT meeting to determine appropriateness and next steps, • Connect community partners with other professionals involved in their cases, • Advise community partners of available resources for children and their families, • Work directly with child victims and involved family members, • Meet with children and families (at child interviews, hearings, etc.) to introduce them to the system and available services, • Work in collaboration with Safe Horizon CAC staff to advocate on behalf of the child victim and involved caregivers to address case management needs including the utilization of Safe Horizon’s Emergency Client Assistance Program (ECAP) and/or Project Debby;, • Answer questions and provide support for families while at the CAC, • Respond to parents and families who present to the CAC in crisis, • Ability to influence, navigate and facilitate multidisciplinary team communication and actions, • Excellent organizational and time management skills required, • Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving and crisis management skills required;, • Expected to complete additional training to obtain specific knowledge on multidisciplinary team coordination and facilitation, • Two (2) years of professional experience working with children and families who have either experienced abuse or impacted by trauma and/or two (2) years of professional experience in working with the criminal justice or child welfare system required., • Proficiency in excel, and willingness to gain expertise in CMS AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Technology Statement: Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance. Please follow this link to view complete EEO Law and complaint filing information: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. Hiring Range: $25.82 - $29.05 Hourly Full-time Hours: 35 Hours per week Full-time Benefits: Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center Safe Horizon was named one of City & State New York Top Workplaces of 2025

Job DescriptionJob Summary The Case Planner Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of Case Planners in an Enhanced family foster care program. S/he will play an integral role with assisting Case Planners with the integration of trauma principles into case planning activities. Supervisors must instruct Case Planners on how to apply the trauma response models into the daily casework activities conducted with the child, parent/caregivers and foster parents. Additionally, supervisors must utilize Solutions Based Casework strategy during their interactions with case planners, youth, birth parents, and foster parents. Enhanced Family Foster Care incorporates evidenced-based and evidenced-informed models with case planning activities into one model of family foster care to achieve desired safety and permanency goals in a timely manner. Salary Range: • Masters: $65,000 to $73,000, • Masters / Language: $67,000 to $75,000, • Masters / License: $70,000 to $78,000, • Oversee a unit of 4 Case Planners and a Socio-therapist The unit will be responsible for approximately 40 active cases, • Facilitate the attainment of EFFC goals by supporting and advising appropriate case planning activities, • Coordinate the child welfare and administrative work of Case Planners, stressing the importance of each case adhering to permanency policy and ASFA timelines, • Work closely with TRIPP trainers to ensure staff learns and are able to implement the model within the agency, • Provide group and individual supervision to Case Planners to address case-related issues/themes and review case progress and compliance with EFFC expectations, • Complete necessary case-related and supervisory documentation, • Review and approve all FASPs, progress notes, Court Reports, correspondence and other documentation for quality and timely submission, • Participate in program development and quality improvement activities, • Present at weekly case conferences, • Masters of Social Work or equivalent human services graduate degree, • At least 2 years of documented supervisory and relevant experience, • An understanding and respect for community needs and cultures, • Organizational, verbal and written communication skills, • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, • Ability to travel in and around the metropolitan New York City region, • Ability to maintain composure and function well under stress Four weeks’ vacation Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans Flexible Schedule Opportunities for educational scholarships Location: 67-35 112th Street Forest Hills, NY 11375 Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job Description LOCATION: S. Ozone, 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: Every child should feel cared for, be safe and be nurtured. The goal of our Enhanced Family Foster Care is to provide services necessary to enable each child a safe, permanent circle of support. Whenever possible, reunification with family is pursued. this program strives to meet the needs of New York City’s ever-changing foster care population, Enhanced Family Foster Care (EFFC) . Our program recognizes that all children in foster care have experienced trauma, that their needs may change over time, and that their strengths must be supported so they can reach their full potential. This position is conveniently located in S. Ozone Park, Queens, close to Mass Transit. POSITION SUMMARY: A Caseworker works with children and youth who reside in a foster home as well as family members and other adults serving as supports to the young person. In addition, we support our foster parents, who can either be relatives or could be individuals who are not related to the children. Caseworkers work as a team with Socio-Therapists to provide supports to the children, the birth families and the foster parents 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB). 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 Incentive - $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 Background Forestdale (FD) is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care (FC) services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in Queens and Brooklyn. We help thousands of families work through acute and complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. FD’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently. Job Summary The Medicaid Managed Care Liaison (MMCL) organizes the exchange of health information, treatment planning, discharge planning, and documentation for cases assigned to him/her. This includes arranging for medical escorts, transportation and supervision to health care appointments in the community. This position maintains all clerical and clinical documentation in compliance with NY State and City regulations. Major Responsibilities/Activities for this position include: • Coordinating with the Managed Care Organizations (MCOs):, • MCO enrollment, disenrollment, transitions, • Completing transmittal forms and troubleshooting insurance issues, • Managing insurance cards for all clients., • Assisting with Primary Care Provider changes, • Seeking MCO approval for services ordered by court, • MCO credentialing and recredentialing for the clinic and providers as needed., • Facilitation of a single case agreement when a child is placed outside of the MCO service area or provider network, • Billing support for Article 29i and CFTSS services, • Ensure claims are submitted correctly, • Address billing errors as they may arise., • Invoicing and reconciliation as needed., • Administrative support of clinic functions, • Document pertinent information in the EHR, • Communicate with clients/ patients in regards to all insurance related issues., • Associate’s degree or higher required., • Knowledge of Medicaid billing processes, • Proficient in Microsoft Office, • Minimum of two years of work experience in billing and dealing with medical/ mental health claims., • Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills, • Ability to multitask, • Compliance with:, • Required background checks, including: NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse/Maltreatment, NYS Sex Offender Registry, NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services fingerprinting, NYS Justice Center Staff Exclusion List, NYS OMIG Medicaid Exclusion List., • Mandated reporter training., • Applicable provisions of the NYS Education Law with respect to hiring and retaining of licensed professionals. Salary: $25.50 ($50,000) Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionMST FIT Senior Coach (Family Therapy Coach) Full Time Far Rockaway, Queens, NY, US Salary Range:$55,000.00 To $59,000.00 Annually Summary Job Description If you are passionate about working with/for vulnerable youth and families, implementing evidence-based models of treatment and care, we have a professional opportunity for you! The MST Coach is a specialized Case Planner role with a concentration of the MST-FIT model of service. Working within the social service department, the Coach supports youth and families, along with department staff by wrapping services to ensure successful discharge. MST-FIT (Multi-systemic Therapy/Family Integrated Transition) Coach Perform case management responsibility to the youth using the MST approach. Performs all activities and administrative tasks associated with handling a caseload in keeping with all ACS and OCFS regulations. Field work that sometimes requires you to drive residents in your vehicle. Occasional evening hours are required for parent conferences and home visits. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. Principal Responsibilities • Demonstrates fidelity to the agency’s service values and organizational imperatives., • Provides aftercare support to cases transitioning to trial discharge, using MST-FIT model of treatment/ therapy., • As necessary, provides additional support to cases transitioning from trial discharge MST-FIT to return to placement, • Provides crisis intervention and conflict resolution to youths and their families throughout the week, to include evenings/weekends as required but minimally on a consistent rotation schedule., • Conducts virtual and in person sessions to resident youth/families., • Responsible for, at least, weekly documentation to include case, collateral and other contacts w/I 48 hours of occurrence., • Ensures on-going support and collaboration across MST and ITM program/ staff on behalf of residents., • Prepares and submits MST-FIT engagement court reports for scheduled permanency hearings., • Prepares for and attends weekly and other ITM learning community meetings and trainings., • Attends monthly/ mandatory trainings to include 7-day ITM, 5-day MST-FIT booster trainings., • Responsible to prepare for and attend weekly supervision and MST-FIT group consultations as scheduled., • Must prepare for and attend monthly MST-FIT psychiatric consultation as scheduled., • Supports the social service department with regard to resident transition by way of MST-FIT model of treatment engagement Required Qualifications and Experience • Minimum MSW degree with licensure preferred., • Minimum of 1 year of experience working in child welfare with at risk youth., • Former Case Management experience is a plus., • Valid NYS Driver's License, • Professional, mature and dependable with a bias for action., • Ability to assess and engage youth and families is critical to the position., • Physical ability to travel throughout the community, securing resources and services, while adhering to the MST 120-day targeted length of treatment model., • Willingness to adjust schedule as needed to ensure service needs are met. #mst #mstjobs #fft #bsft #incredibleyears #pcit #therapy #therapist #clinician #socialservices #lpc-a #lpca #lcsw #lpc #lmsw #lsw #lcsw #lmft #lmhc #mentalhealthjobs #familytherapy #juvenile #evidencebased #cbt #dbt #multisystemictherapy #ebp #ebm #masterlevel #nowhiring #hiringnow #jobs #clinicaljobs #hiring #careers #childfirst #earlychildhood Powered by JazzHR b2biOrtWKV

Job DescriptionSummary Job Description If you are passionate about working with/for vulnerable youth and families, implementing evidence-based models of treatment and care, we have a professional opportunity for you! The MST Coach is a specialized Case Planner role with a concentration of the MST-FIT model of service. Working within the social service department, the Coach supports youth and families, along with department staff by wrapping services to ensure successful discharge. MST-FIT (Multi-systemic Therapy/Family Integrated Transition) Coach Perform case management responsibility to the youth using the MST approach. Performs all activities and administrative tasks associated with handling a caseload in keeping with all ACS and OCFS regulations. Field work that sometimes requires you to drive residents in your vehicle. Occasional evening hours are required for parent conferences and home visits. About St. John’s Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Principal Responsibilities • Demonstrates fidelity to the agency’s service values and organizational imperatives., • Provides aftercare support to cases transitioning to trial discharge, using MST-FIT model of treatment/ therapy., • As necessary, provides additional support to cases transitioning from trial discharge MST-FIT to return to placement, • Provides crisis intervention and conflict resolution to youths and their families throughout the week, to include evenings/weekends as required but minimally on a consistent rotation schedule., • Conducts virtual and in person sessions to resident youth/families., • Responsible for, at least, weekly documentation to include case, collateral and other contacts w/I 48 hours of occurrence., • Ensures on-going support and collaboration across MST and ITM program/ staff on behalf of residents., • Prepares and submits MST-FIT engagement court reports for scheduled permanency hearings., • Prepares for and attends weekly and other ITM learning community meetings and trainings., • Attends monthly/ mandatory trainings to include 7-day ITM, 5-day MST-FIT booster trainings., • Responsible to prepare for and attend weekly supervision and MST-FIT group consultations as scheduled., • Must prepare for and attend monthly MST-FIT psychiatric consultation as scheduled., • Supports the social service department with regard to resident transition by way of MST-FIT model of treatment engagement Required Qualifications and Experience • Minimum MSW degree with licensure preferred., • Minimum of 1 year of experience working in child welfare with at risk youth., • Former Case Management experience is a plus., • Valid NYS Driver's License, • Professional, mature and dependable with a bias for action., • Ability to assess and engage youth and families is critical to the position., • Physical ability to travel throughout the community, securing resources and services, while adhering to the MST 120-day targeted length of treatment model., • Willingness to adjust schedule as needed to ensure service needs are met. Travel Requirements This position offers a full-time, hybrid/in field schedule and is based in Rockaway and does require home visits and travel to other locations. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John’s Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. John’s Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Job DescriptionBackground: Forestdale (FD) is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care (FC) services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in Queens & Brooklyn. We help thousands of families work through acute & complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. FD’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary Case Planners will receive specific training in evidence-based and evidenced-informed interventions that will assist the Case Planner support families and caregivers reach permanency goals within a reasonable period of time. S/he will be responsible for planning for families with the intent of achieving a permanency for children either through reunification with birth parents/discharge resources, and if not possible, through adoption, KinGap or APPLA. Salary Range: Bachelors - $29.12/hr - $31.04/hr Bachelors (Bilingual)- $30.22/hr - $32.15/hr Masters - $30.22/hr - $33.24/hr Masters (Bilingual) - $31.59/hr - $34.34/hr Masters (Bilingual & License) - $34.43/hr - $37.09/hr Primary Responsibilities • Conduct field visits to foster homes and birth parent's homes, • Coordinate and supervise family visits at the agency and/or in the community, • Facilitate weekly groups for birth parents and foster parents, • Ensure each case adheres to ACS’ permanency timeline ASFA guidelines, • Maintain case compliance via data entry and record keeping, • Accompany families to necessary drug treatment, medical, school, housing, public assistance service appointments as necessary • Attend internal trainings as scheduled, • Attend court hearings with prepared court reports and/or permanency reports; proficiently report and/or testify to the Court the progress of each case and any noted barriers to accomplishing the goals of the service plan • Participate in family team conferences, transition conferences and goal change conferences, • Present at weekly case conferences, • Complete other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice or counseling from an accredited college; related field • Ability and motivation to facilitate birth parent and/or foster parent support groups, utilize family finding techniques and successfully manage cases to comply with permanency planning timelines. • An understanding and respect for community needs and cultures, • Organizational, verbal and written communication skills, • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, • Ability to travel in and around the metropolitan New York City region, • Ability to maintain composure and function well under stress, • Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese or Russian a plus Benefits • Four weeks' vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • Pension plan, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match 67-35 112th Street Forest Hills, NY 11375 Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies: • Operating Programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges;, • Conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and THE OPPORTUNITY Queens Community Justice Center (QCJC) operates an array of programming for local youth, with a particular focus on engaging those with justice involvement. Current initiatives include Youth Impact (peer-led restorative youth diversion program), an alternative-to-detention program, an alternative to incarceration program, workforce development initiatives, a trauma-informed, survivor-centered program for youth who are at risk of commercial sexual exploitation, and several mentorship programs. By offering positive pro-social programming for young people, QCJC aims to stop the cycle of delinquency and crime for adolescents and reduce reliance on detention. The comprehensive programming offers all participating young people leadership development and service opportunities designed to promote positive engagement in their communities. The Queens Community Justice Center is seeking to hire a Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Therapist for a community-based violence prevention program that aims to reduce violent recidivism through intensive and voluntary therapeutic services. The FFT Therapist will report to the Justice Center’s FFT Supervisor. This program is part of the Atlas initiative and uses the evidence-based Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model to engage young people and their families in holistic anti-violence services. Atlas works to prevent violence by meeting people during a crisis, like a recent arrest or open court case and connecting them to a change process that nurtures hope and strengthens relationships. As part of Atlas, the Queens Community Justice Center is offering FFT to young people at elevated risk for violence in the community, victimization, or a re-arrest. FFT is an evidence-based intervention for youth and families. This high-quality, strength-focused family counseling model is designed for high-risk youth and young adults who have been referred by the criminal court, juvenile justice, mental health, school, or child welfare systems. Services are short-term and typically offered in the home, though services can be offered in the office or other community settings. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Provide "home-based" Functional Family Therapy (FFT) in adherence to model fidelity, delivering services directly in homes, the office, or community settings (not remotely);, • Employ creativity and persistence to effectively engage clients, fostering strong therapeutic relationships;, • Work collaboratively with families from a strengths-based approach, empowering them to leverage their resources for growth and change;, • Advocate passionately for youth and families, demonstrating belief in each individual’s capacity to grow and thrive;, • Show cultural sensitivity and adaptability, providing a comfortable environment for diverse backgrounds;, • Commit to empowering families to develop their problem-solving skills, working with them at times and locations that are most accessible for them, primarily in their homes;, • Engage with referral sources (e.g., Legal Aid Society, NYC Law Department, schools, and QCJC programs) to effectively introduce families to the Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Model;, • Actively participate in community events alongside team members to foster local connections and support;, • Manage a caseload of up to 12 cases, maintaining both electronic and physical files, ensuring accurate and timely documentation;, • Record progress notes promptly in the CSS system, meeting FFT requirements for external reporting and data tracking;, • Collaborate with the therapy team, participating in weekly team meetings and individual supervision sessions;, • Facilitate access to appropriate services and resources for families, addressing both clinical needs and practical supports;, • Travel to and from client homes as required to deliver therapy and support;, • Participate in all FFT training, supervision, and consultation activities to maintain high standards and model fidelity; and, • A Master’s degree in social work, counseling, education, or other relevant human service profession required;, • Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred; and, • Demonstrated expertise in providing individual and family therapy using cognitive behavioral techniques, with a strong commitment to evidence-based practices;, • Experience working directly with at-risk youth, particularly within Black and Latino communities, ages 13 to 18, focusing on justice prevention and family-centered care;, • Comfort and experience conducting in-home therapy sessions, especially in urban settings in Queens; and Position Location: Queens, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000 and is commensurate with experience. Benefits: The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%. The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system. Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included. At this time, the Center is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an offer, or termination of employment, regardless of when discovered. In compliance with federal law, all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR 0Qt3wphZKR

Job DescriptionBACKGROUND Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary Care Management is a service model whereby all of an individual's caregivers communicate and interface so that the patient's needs are addressed in a comprehensive manner. This is done primarily through a "care manager" who oversees and provides access to all of the services an individual needs to assure that they receive everything necessary to prevent hospitalizations, stay healthy, and maintain stability. This is a one-year contracted position. Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Major Responsibilities / Activities:, • Build relationships with up to 20 young people., • Provide ongoing social/emotional support., • Work 1:1 with young people to develop individualized academic and career development goals based on their interests and strengths and take measurable steps towards their goals., • Connect young people to quality schools, programs, resources, and opportunities in line with their goals., • Help young people persist in these settings, navigate any challenges that arise, celebrate successes, and plan/prepare for the next step on their journey., • Visit the young people’s school to build relationships with the school personnel and to obtain report cards., • Should a youth not be successful in any particular school/program setting, Coaches help young people reflect on the experience and work with them to set new goals and transition to the next opportunity., • Collaborate with Case Planners, Tutors, Specialists, and foster/birth parents, as needed, to help youth achieve their goals and ensure their overall well-being., • Connect young people to peer group supports and build positive relationships., • Ensure young people who are aging out can access and maintain stable, affordable housing and build independent living skills., • Participating in multidisciplinary clinical team meetings, as needed., • Accompanying youth to appointment as necessary., • Participating in case conferences, as scheduled and needed., • Other duties as assigned.Minimum Requirements, • A Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience working with at-risk or system-involved young people; or an Associate’s or accredited vocational degree, and 3+ years of working with at-risk or system-involved young people., • Skills and competencies including, but not limited to, oral and written communication, and interpersonal engagement with a child/youth focus., • Open to learning how to use and interpret data to inform decision-making., • Ability to effectively collaborate in team settings and build relationships with external partners., • Ability to use Motivational Interviewing techniques., • Ability to facilitate therapeutic peer groups., • Ability to work from a strength-based, trauma-informed, youth development lens., • Compassionate, patient, and empathetic., • A love for working with young people., • Strong ability to relate to young people, engage them in conversation, and provide support and encouragement., • Values and promotes diversity., • A belief that change is possible., • Able to maintain healthy boundaries., • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings and some weekends as well as the ability to be reached outside of a 9-5 office schedule., • Ability to travel in and around the metropolitan New York City region., • Ability to maintain composure and function well under stress., • Compliance with required background checks., • Bilingual French Preferred Salary Range: Bachelors - $27.477/hr - $28.57/hr Bachelors (Bilingual)- $28.57/hr - $29.67/hr Masters - $28.02/hr - $31.59/hr Masters (Bilingual) - $29.12/hr - $32.69/hr Masters (Bilingual & License) - $35.43/hr Location: 6735 112th St, Forest Hills, NY 11375 Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job Description BACKGROUND Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary The Housing Specialist is responsible for identifying and implementing strategies to effectively assist youth in locating permanent housing. The Housing Specialist works with staff to meet youth, complete NYCHA and Supportive applications and accompanying them to view and accept housing choices. Essential Functions • Provides housing advocacy for youth on both a case specific and general basis, • Attends conferences and meetings with youth to assist them in accessing housing, • Assists in identifying problems that prevent youth from accessing housing and working with providers to develop alternatives, • Accompany youth to ACS to complete housing applications, • Access and explore housing services for youth, • Attend ACS/HRA sponsored housing programs, • Ensures that all required forms and documentation are complete, • Responsible for ensuring compliance with all agency policies, procedures and governmental regulations including but not limited to HIPAA, • Other duties as required by the supervisor Minimum Requirements • Bachelor’s Degree, • Self-motivated, organized, compassionate and creative, • Have a working knowledge of the child welfare and family court systems., • Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, • An understanding and respect for community needs and cultures, • Willing and capable of working with multicultural families, • Ability to develop working relationships with children and adults using good interpersonal skills, • A clean driving record, • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, • Ability to travel in and around the metropolitan New York City region Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: Four weeks’ vacation Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans Flexible Schedule Opportunities for educational scholarships Salary Range: Bachelors - $29.12/hr - $31.04/hr Bachelors (Bilingual)- $30.22/hr - $32.15/hr Masters - $30.22/hr - $33.24/hr Masters (Bilingual) - $31.59/hr - $34.34/hr Masters (Bilingual & License) - $34.43/hr - $37.09/hr Location: 67-35 112th St, Forest Hills, NY 11375 Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Rewarding work, • Flexible Hours Seeking an individual who can be a positive role model and support for a 15-year-old struggling with anxiety, ADHD, or other Mental Health or behavior related challenges. Job Summary: The ideal candidate will have experience working with children/teenagers and shaping behaviors to improve the quality of life for the child and family. Duties: • Provide guidance, support, and strategies to address the child and family's needs., • Follow and implement an individualized plan to address goals for the child and family., • Foster positive relationship with child to promote growth and development., • Collaborate with parents, teachers, and other professionals to ensure the well-being of the child. Skills: • Experience in behavior strategies, childcare, special education, or related fields., • Strong mentoring and educational skills., • Knowledge of child welfare practices and behavioral health., • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Flexible after school hours. compensation rate $25-$40 an hour, based on experience, education and skill level. Minimum education requirement is a high school diploma, BA is a plus.

Job Description Summary Job Description: Shift Supervisor is accountable for the physical/emotional safety of the environment while on shift. Additionally, the individual is responsible for leading the staff/resident teams. The individual is accountable for staff engaging youth in any and/all education components throughout the school day and during after-school in terms of homework, tutoring and after-school programming. Moreover, the Shift Supervisor must ensure that the behavior management specialist team is positioned optimally to support youth in each educational component. Furthermore, the Shift Supervisor is responsible for the overall safety and movement of the resident/staff team to and from school. This includes timely arrival to school daily, and monitoring speed of agency vehicle/driving route (if applicable). This position offers a full-time, 40 hour-per-week, in person work schedule and is based in Rockaway. From time to time, this position requires work outside of normally scheduled working hours. About St. John’s Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Principal Responsibilities • Demonstrates fidelity to the agency's service values and organizational imperatives., • Responsible for the full engagement of all residents in each educational component on a daily basis., • Ensures pat frisk are conducted twice daily to minimize the introduction of contraband into unit., • Ensure all tasks are completed prior to team’s departure, this includes but not limited to incident reports, daily log and log book, etc., • Must debrief the current/ incoming shift members each and every day without fail., • Responsible for the timely arrival of residents to and from school on a daily basis, including but not limited to driving routes/speed of vehicle (if applicable)., • Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning throughout the school day., • Divides youth into small clusters to be supported by all school youth counselors throughout the day during classtime. All staff are required to complete daily index cards on youth assigned M-Fri to be collected and submitted to the office manager/ designated POC for documentation., • Responsible for supporting residents in completion of all daily school/other assignments/ tasks and support residents in creating a daily routine of studying both during and after-school., • Responsible for strategic positioning and engaged supervision of staff and residents in each classroom, during school hours., • Maintain all relevant certifications including but not limited to a clean/valid driver’s license, TCI certification, etc., • Additionally, beyond the aforementioned statements, perform any and all tasks as assigned by program leadership. Required Qualifications and Experience • Associate’s degree in human services or related field and a minimum of 1 year relevant experience working with vulnerable youth and families preferred -OR- a high school diploma and 2 years of relevant experience working with vulnerable youth, • Valid driver’s license, • Individual must be well versed in the ITM approach/standards, TCI training specific to program, • Experience managing behavior utilizing the evidence based approach or other therapeutic approach, strong knowledge of programming and program protocol., • Strong communication skills, • Mature, responsible and effective communicator with proven ability to manage both upward and downward, • Attention to detail, • High level of integrity and independent thinker and doer, • Assumes responsibility for staff and residents during shift, • Leads by example Travel Requirements This position offers a full-time, in person schedule and is based in Rockaway and does require travel to other locations when needed. Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement With more than 250 years of combined experience, Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York and St. John’s Residence for Boys have a long-standing history of serving children, youth, adults and families of color. Our mission, vision and values are grounded in elevating the shared humanity of every staff member, community partner and those with whom we engage. We recognize that our DEIB work is continuously evolving as we strive for equity and inclusion for individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, religions and lived experiences. Accessibility Some job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may be designed to protect the safety and health of the employee, their fellow employees and the individuals being served and may therefore exclude some individuals. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement St. John’s Residence for Boys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected group status.

Job Description Are you passionate about evidence-based therapeutic interventions? Does the idea of providing clinical care to children and families excite you? We are looking just for you! We are seeking a full-time Functional Family Therapist. For more information, please see below. About ATLAS: Atlas works to prevent violence by meeting people during a crisis, like a recent arrest or open court case and connecting them to a change process that nurtures hope and strengthens relationships. Atlas offers FFT to young people at elevated risk for violence in the community, victimization, or a re-arrest. FFT is an evidence-based intervention for youth and families. This high-quality, strength-focused family counseling model is designed for high-risk youth and young adults who have been referred by the criminal court, juvenile justice, mental health, school, or child welfare systems. Services are short-term and typically offered in the home, though services can be offered in the office or other community settings. We are hiring a community-based violence prevention program that aims to reduce violent recidivism through intensive and voluntary therapeutic services. This program is part of the Atlas initiative and uses the evidence-based Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model to engage young people and their families in holistic anti-violence services. About the Position: Education Preference: Master’s degree in social work, counseling, education, or other relevant human service profession preferred; required for site supervisor position. Preferred Experience: (* required of bachelor’s and masters’ level) • Direct use of pragmatic (i.e., structural, strategic, and functional) family therapies, • Individual therapy with youth and adults using cognitive behavioral techniques, • Marital therapy using behaviorally based approaches, • *Behavioral therapy targeting school behavior and academic performance, • Family systems theory and application, • Social-ecological theory and application, • *Behavioral therapies theory and application, • *Cognitive-behavioral therapy theory and application, • Pragmatic family therapies theory and application, • Child development research and its application in the treatment, • Social skills assessment and intervention, • Ability to engage clients, • Willingness and ability to be strengths-focused, • Ability to shift to process, • Willingness to advocate for youth and family, belief in the capacity of people to grow and change, • Ability to manage stress and self-care, • Appreciation, respect, and understanding for teamwork and company systems, • Ability to maintain a high level of self-awareness, • Ability to be comfortable with cultural differences; to relate without patronizing, • Willingness to commit to empowering families to solve their own problems, • Ability and willingness to work with families in their own homes, • Carry a caseload as assigned., • Provide home-based Functional Family Therapy to adults and their families, adhering to model fidelity requirements. (*as post-pandemic working conditions allow), • Actively participate as part of a therapy team, including attending weekly team and individual supervision meetings., • Assist families by actively referring them to appropriate services and supports, and with both clinical and concrete services., • Make case progress notes as required by FFT and regularly report to external stakeholders. Benefits: 401K, Dental, Medical, Vision #mst #mstjobs #fft #bsft #incredibleyears #pcit #therapy #therapist #clinician #socialservices #lpc-a #lpca #lcsw #lpc #lmsw #lsw #lcsw #lmft #lmhc #mentalhealthjobs #familytherapy #juvenile #evidencebased #cbt #dbt #multisystemictherapy #ebp #ebm #masterlevel #nowhiring #hiringnow #jobs #clinicaljobs #hiring #careers #childfirst #earlychildhood Powered by JazzHR rawXDksfDA

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 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 St, John’s Founded in 1826 as a home for orphaned children, St. John’s has evolved into a nonprofit social services agency providing residential care to New York City youth involved in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. We offer holistic, trauma-informed support to young people up to age 21. Our main campus in Rockaway Park, Queens, houses a Residential Treatment Center, Close to Home Non-Secure Placement programs, administrative offices, clinical services, and an on-site NYC Department of Education school. We also operate a Non-Secure Detention residence in Richmond Hill and Limited Secure Placement programs in Brooklyn and Staten Island. St. John’s is dedicated to helping youth heal, grow, and build the skills they need to achieve their goals and return to family or a stable, supportive environment as engaged members of their communities. Summary Job Description: The Unit Manager is accountable for the physical/emotional safety of the environment always. Additionally, the individual is responsible for supporting the Group Leader/Shift Supervisor in leading the staff/resident teams utilizing the Tuckman/ other model of supervision along with the MYSI standards (Eyes on, Ears on, Heart on). Furthermore, the Unit Manager must ensure the fidelity/implementation of the MYSI approach, compliance with all rules and regulations, policy/procedure set forth by governing bodies (ACS, OCFS, etc.). Moreover, the Unit Manger must collaborate with all service providers, Medical, Social Service, Q256 and all other providers. Principal Responsibilities: • Demonstratesfidelity to the agency’s service values and organizational imperatives., • Perform no less than 2 overnight pop-up visits per month, to be documented (inlog bookupon arrival/departure) andsubmittedto the NSP director of residential services., • Review and analyze all ACS draft/policy procedures and know what each draft/policy entails in terms of current program practices and create a plan to implement., • Attend all meetings both internally and externally as assigned,i.e.treatment planning conferences, team meetings, weekly supervision, IEP meetings, monthly education meetings, red flag meetings, etc., • Facilitateweekly team meetings with the group leader/ shift supervisor; meet with Residential Program Director/ Assistant Program Director at least weekly to provide TPC/ other and program/staffing update., • Meet with the group leader/ shift supervisor on a weekly basis to support the individual’s growth and development;submitdocumentation of meetings to NSP director of residential services within48 hours., • Work with the groupleader;tosubmita full program schedule including activities 1 month in advance; secure all resources necessary to implement. Monitor program schedule and implementation of all activities asrequired, with close attention paid to IDLE time (there should be minimal)., • Alert NSP/ RTC Director of Residential/ Assistant Director of all issuesregardingstaff,residentsandprogramin real time but not less than a fullshift’snotice., • Upon a new resident’s arrival request copy of his IEP and set in motion IEP review, advocate on behalf of residents in terms of school placement, permanency, etc., as appropriate., • Ensure all shiftsmaintaintheminimumstaff to resident ratio at all times., • Facilitateandinsureall SCM/ TCI/ SCM trainings are held every 6 mos. and/or as needed tomaintainagency/ program compliance. Maintain training certification and compliance with all training requirements., • Collaborate with service providers both internally/externally to ensureneedsof youth are met., • Monitor and assess group meetings twice a month andsubmitfindings todirectorof residential services., • Review all required documentation,i.e.entire security and contraband book, fire drill log, daily logs, MAR, running log, recreational log, van log, etc. no less than twice a week. Ensure programis in compliance withall entities, OCFS, ACS, MYSI, PBS and St. John’setc. Report any issues to supervisor., • Ensure that the physical environment meets compliance standards and is neat,cleanand orderly. All youth work must be current and displayed appropriately throughout the unit., • Organize and attend allspecial events(includesfamily day/ other) and significant trips., • Required to support PBS initiative in terms of data entry, maintenance of intake data and relevant documents, familysurvey, youthsurveysetc., • Remain awake andalert at all times, • Check on youth during the night as prescribed and deal with any/ all issues that may arise, • Assistyouth in their morning routines, • Follow protocols when youth are sick, • Follow unit specific household duties as assigned, • Refrain from engaging in personal activities that are not work related Bachelor’s Degree preferred w/1year experience working w/vulnerable youth or High School Diploma w/ a minimum of 3 years of experience in an NSP/RTC/congregate setting, individual must be well versed in the MYSI approach/standards, the Tuckman Model of supervision, TCI/ SCM with knowledge of program planning and implementation. Additionally, this role requires a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills with the ability to manage staff/youth. Dependable/ Reliable; Able to effectively manage program/ others; Ethical and mature in action and deed. Travel Requirements: This position may require travel between 2 to 3 residential programs located in Queens, Staten Island, or Brookyln. Travel to St. John’s administrative offices for meetings, trainings, etc. is also required. Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position.

Job Description BACKGROUND: Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently. Job Description: Forestdale’s Strong Mothers Program helps mothers plan for a better future by making wise choices in parenting and sexual health. A sample of core services includes: parenting skills training to foster nurturing and secure attachment; counseling to help women find stable living environments (88% of our young women experience domestic violence); doula matching to help women with prenatal, labor, and post-natal support; and access to material resources for food and clothing. The program’s Clinical Supervisor enhances these behavioral health services by leading the provision of interventions to program participants who exhibit a history of trauma. S/he works with our current Strong Mothers staff to enhance our group education sessions curricula with more information on domestic violence, anger management, and trauma. The person in this role will use a participant-centered, trauma-informed approach to delivering care. S/he will also ensure agency standards of practice are upheld via clinical practice, crisis management, documentation/record-keeping, staff education, and government mandates. Major Responsibilities/Activities • Administratively lead, manage and coordinate behavioral health service components for participants in the program, • Ensure deliverables and outcomes are met for all Clinical Grants., • Provide clinical assessment scoring and interpretation of pre-/post-assessments., • Develop and revise curricula for psychotherapeutic DV/AM expansion workshop series., • Clinically and administratively supervise clinical staff, contracted clinicians, and interns for the Strong Mothers Program., • Facilitate psychotherapeutic workshop series on family violence and trauma., • Provide support in assessments, treatment planning, and advocacy for participants served through the Strong Mothers program., • Complete all documentation required for record keeping and family court., • Facilitate clinical case conference meetings for the program 2 times per month., • Assist in managing behavioral health crises for the program participants., • Participate in multidisciplinary program team meetings., • Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements • LCSW, PhD, PsyD licensure, • 3+ years of work experience in social services, • Fluency in Spanish, • Ability to work as part of a team, • Ability to engage populations with a history of trauma, • Knowledge of or experience in working with families affected by domestic violence, • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills Masters/LMSW, LMFT, LMHC & Bilingual $72,000 - 80,000 Master's & LCSW & Bilingual $77,000 - $85,000 Location: 67- 35 112th St, Forest Hills, NY 11375 Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job DescriptionBACKGROUND Forestdale is a NYC child welfare agency working to prevent child abuse/neglect through parenting, prevention, and foster care services, focusing on low-income and immigrant communities in NYC. Forestdale operates out of three offices to better serve the families of Brooklyn and Queens. We help thousands of families work through complex trauma, parents raise the next amazing generation of children, and youth successfully launch into adulthood. Forestdale’s mission is “to ensure that children and families have the fundamental assets they need to thrive and live independently.” Job Summary This position represents the rare opportunity to combine a trauma-focused therapeutic intervention with a holistic approach to casework, helping young people through the stages of healing from trauma while helping the family create a trauma-sensitive environment. Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) is a comprehensive, phase-based treatment program for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. The TST Therapist develops and implements a treatment plan designed to strengthen the relationship between the child and their caretaker with the goal of restoring safety, attachment and stability to the child’s life and environment. TST was development noted child psychiatrist Glenn Saxe, this is an opportunity to work with him and his team at NYU Child Study Center to implement this cutting-edge trauma intervention. Salary Range: Masters - $32.96/hr Masters (Bilingual) - $34.07/hr Masters (Bilingual & License) - $36.81/hr - $37.09 Benefits: Join the Forestdale Team and Enjoy Excellent Benefits: • Four weeks’ vacation, • Medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, • 401(k), 7% employer contribution + 2% match, • Tax-deferred health care/dependent care/commuter plans, • Flexible Schedule, • Opportunities for educational scholarships Major Responsibilities / Activities: • Partner with families to provide assessment, treatment planning, interventions and case management to prevent foster care and promote wellbeing., • Learn and apply the Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) treatment model by participating in TST training, coaching and case consultation., • Work collaboratively with the TST treatment team, and all relevant systems and key participants within each system to insure their buy-in and cooperation throughout treatment, including schools, and other service providers., • Conduct regular home and office visits, and other field visits as needed., • Provide clinically focused case management including advocacy and referral., • Assess safety and risk and implement crisis management plans and safety plans as needed., • Demonstrate strong sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic diversity., • Document all case activity using the systems of record - N.Y.S. Connections and the N.Y.C. PROMIS, • Assist with crisis intervention, as needed Minimum Requirements • Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related credential from an accredited college or university., • At least 1- 2 years of experience in case management, counseling and advocacy services., • Some knowledge of the child welfare system preferred., • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills., • Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule., • Bi-lingual ability preferred. Additional Information Forestdale Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is proudly committed to becoming an anti-racist and multicultural organization that stands up for justice and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse backgrounds, for administrative support and direct service and leadership roles, who will join us on that journey, uphold our values and approach, and believe in our mission. Additionally, we aim to have a racially representative leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Forestdale Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of our activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job Description LOCATION: Ozone, 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 Socio-Therapist works with children and youth who need a higher level of care than regular foster home due to the child’s particular needs. The Socio-Therapist provides additional supports to the foster parents and family and works in conjunction with a caseworker to help 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB). 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, etc., • 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 Incentive - $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 If you have a passion for helping those who are underserved, St. John's is a place where you can truly make a difference in the lives of some of the city's most vulnerable. You are the next YDC! St. John's seeks to fill both full-time and per-diem YDC positions across all agency programs. This includes our Richmond Hill, RTC & NSP programs in the borough of Queens as well as Staten Island and Brooklyn, NY. Education: Minimum of a HS diploma or equivalent required w/ prior experience working with youth, preferably in child welfare; Some college preferred. *The position also requires a valid NYS driver's license in good standing Please indicate if seeking full-time or per-diem work & preferred location preference when submitting your resume. Overview of Responsibilities: The Youth Development Counselor (YDC) is the foundation of the agency and provides the oversight, supervision and guidance to the resident youth assigned. Serves as a role model, liaison and mentor while providing daily guidance. The YDC also works in collaboration with social service staff and external service providers to ensure compliance with recommendations/ court orders, as well as ACS/OCFS standards and guidelines. Per-diem status affords flexibility of scheduling and the opportunity to experience for OTJ training to determine if this might be the perfect career path for you. About St. John's Residence for Boys:St. John's is an established child welfare agency serving youth throughout the NYC boroughs. We are located in Rockaway Park, Queens, with two physical work sites dedicated to the oversight, supervision and care of our resident youth. Our agency operates 24-7/, 365-days a year, providing options to accommodate a variety of scheduling needs for our staff.

Job Description If you are passionate about working with/for vulnerable youth and families, implementing evidence-based models of treatment and care, we have a professional opportunity for you! The MST Coach is a specialized Case Planner role with a concentration on the MST-FIT model of service. Working within the social service department, the Coach supports youth and families, along with department staff by wrapping services to ensure successful discharge. Schedule: Full-time, 35 hours per week/non-exempt. Mon-Fri w/ evenings as needed. Education: • MSW, MHC, MFT, or equivalent degree w/ a minimum of 1-year of related experience., • Former case management experience is a plus. Brief Overview: The MST-FIT Coach primarily performs case management/ administrative duties around the resident youth's progress towards transition from the agency into independence, utilizing the MST-FIT proven model of service. This role is integral to the agency, department and youth of the RTC program. The Coach works within the community to coordinate/ensure appropriate resources and services are assigned and implemented for the youth's success. Accountable for ensuring compliance of assigned caseload with respect to ACS, OCFS and state overseers policy and regulations. • Provide direct clinical treatment using the MST treatment model and principles. Some principles include leveraging strengths and focusing on the positive, understanding sequences of behavior, and increasing mature behavior., • Conduct a thorough assessment of the client and family: gather information on behaviors of concern and strengths in the family and their ecology to inform conceptualization of the problem behaviors and interactions within the family’s ecological context., • Comfort working with a diverse community of clients, • Knowledge of the types of families in the community, • Continuously work to engage the primary caregiver, family members, supports, and community agency staff (school, outpatient mental health providers, residential case planners and line staff, child welfare, community stakeholders) in change-oriented treatment., • Dedicate time to weekly case planning and evaluation of case progress, with ongoing support from your supervisor and team members., • Receive regular training, professional development, supervision, and consultation activities designed to help you acquire extensive clinical skills within the MST treatment model. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO #mst #mstjobs #fft #bsft #incredibleyears #pcit #therapy #therapist #clinician #socialservices #lpc-a #lpca #lcsw #lpc #lmsw #lsw #lcsw #lmft #lmhc #mentalhealthjobs #familytherapy #juvenile #evidencebased #cbt #dbt #multisystemictherapy #ebp #ebm #masterlevel #nowhiring #hiringnow #jobs #clinicaljobs #hiring #careers #childfirst #earlychildhood Powered by JazzHR 84mlNi81ed