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Job Description Reports To: Coordinator of Children’s Care Management Program: Health Homes Serving Children Location: Rockland, NY Hours Per Week: 35 FLSA Status: Full Time, Non-exempt Salary Range: $50,000 – $61,000 annually Bilingual candidates may qualify for additional compensation Summary Description: This is a blended Care Management position, which includes responsibilities under both the traditional Health Homes Serving Children (HHSC) model and High Fidelity Wraparound (HFW), an evidenced based model of care coordination. In addition to standard care management duties, the HFW Care Manager will provide enhanced, family-driven, youth-guided services to high-risk youth through HFW, supporting families in developing individualized, strengths-based action plans and coordinating intensive wraparound services. Our Health Home Serving Children Program provides community-based care management services to children from birth to 21 years of age. The Care Manager is responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of an individualized, community-based plan of social, emotional, and medical services for children and adolescents who have special needs. The work focuses on preventing out of home placements, emergency room visits, and inpatient hospitalizations. The Care Manager provides direct client care services in the community and/or video/phone. The Care Manager will support recovery by providing services that reflect our deeply held values that include the recognition of individual rights of self-determination, choice, shared decision-making and collaboration. When possible, the Care Manager will utilize evidence-based practices; always embracing a trauma-informed and person-centered approach. Key Responsibilities: • Provide outreach and engagement to children and families., • Conduct a comprehensive, strengths-based assessment of the child and family and their service needs., • Develop a child and family specific plan of care in collaboration with each family and their care team., • Assist families in securing identified services and advocating to other systems for the provision of these services in an individualized and collaborative manner., • Facilitate the creation of a support network for each child and family; convene regular meetings with the family and care team to monitor progress towards jointly developed goals., • Facilitate ongoing communication among the child, family and community providers., • Provide crisis intervention and stabilization to children and families as needed., • Develop knowledge of and positive relationships with the multiple systems serving families and youth., • Provide 24-hour telephonic crisis intervention services on rotating basis. Key Competencies: • Must be knowledgeable of behavioral health diagnoses and symptomatology., • Must complete the CANS-NY Training and be certified to use the CANS-NY., • Must be able to effectively engage clients and coordinate care with different providers., • Highly organized and self-motivated., • Familiarity with and ability to use an Electronic Health Record system. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): • Complete CANS-NY assessments at enrollment and annually., • Meet program productivity standards., • Complete documentation in a timely manner, as per Health Homes and agency’s standards. Requirements: • Bachelor’s Degree with two years of relevant experience or be licensed as a Registered Nurse with two years of relevant experience or a Master’s Degree with one year of relevant experience., • Strong computer knowledge: typing, communication tools, scheduling tools and web browsers., • Must be reliable and able to work independently and understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality., • Have and maintain a valid Driver’s License with a driving record that is satisfactory to our insurance carrier., • The Care Manager must maintain a current NYS Defensive Driving certification., • The Care Manager must be cleared NYS Justice Center through fingerprinting for a Criminal History Records search., • The Care Manager must be cleared by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs Staff Exclusion List (SEL) and the New York State Medicaid Exclusion List., • The Care Manager must be cleared by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) for instances of child abuse and/or neglect., • The Care Manager must be legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship., • Fluency in English (Reading, Writing, Speaking)., • Fluency in Spanish preferred but not required. Special Considerations: • Hours per week, reporting structure, and location are subject to change per program needs. Mandated Reporter: This is a Mandated Reporter position. The NYS Justice Center legislation defines anyone who has regular and substantial contact with any person with special needs as a “custodian” under the law and, therefore, a mandated reporter. You can be held liable by both the civil and criminal legal systems for intentionally failing to make a report. Greater Mental Health of New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Greater Mental Health of New York is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Paid time off SIGN ON BONUS!!!! $1,500 for Full time and $500 for Part Time Speech Therapy Plus is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a therapeutic team. The therapist will be responsible for evaluating and treating children. We are seeking an experienced clinician to work approximately 10 hours per week at a private clinic in Ramsey, New Jersey. The ideal candidate has experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. As an Occupational Therapist, individuals will be responsible for providing center-based occupational therapy for children with autism while working collaboratively with a team of BCBAs and Behavior Technicians Responsibilities include providing occupational therapy, providing training to team members and families, conducting assessments, creating treatment plans, and monitoring the progress of each child Must have ability to counsel parents and provide at come carryover strategies. Daytime school hours are required and one day for evening hours required. Requirements: • Master's degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program, • Current Occupational Therapy license in the state of New Jersey, • Experience in PediatricsResponsibilities:, • Demonstrates comprehensive evaluation skills and interventions. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of interventions and modification of plan of care as appropriate., • Maintains and completes evaluations, patient records, reports and all written documentation effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with regulatory and department guidelines., • Maintain friendly, cordial relationships with all clients and employees., • Effectively communicates with patient and/or family/significant other in providing education and literature in accordance with the patients age, physical condition and cultural needs., • Adheres to organizational policy with particular attention to standards of conduct and to confidentiality as it relates to HIPAA., • Develop treatment plans by identifying need, determining long and short-term goals, and methods to achieve success.Job Type: Part-time Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $68.00 - $75.00 per hour Expected hours: 10 per week Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Vision insuranceSchedule:, • 10 hour shift, • 4 hour shift, • 8 hour shift, • Choose your own hours, • Day shift, • Monday to FridayLicense/Certification:, • Occupational Therapy License (Preferred)Ability to Commute:, • Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (Required)Ability to Relocate:, • Bridgewater, NJ 08807: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

Job DescriptionCompany Overview: At Kids First, we’re on a mission to create a world where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. We provide high quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Speech, Occupational, and Mental Health therapies to our clients. Kids First 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 characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Purpose of Position Kids First is looking for an enthusiastic Jr. Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll support the recruitment process and help us attract and hire great talent for various positions within our organization in a fast-paced growth-oriented department. You will work closely with the Talent Manager and other departments to understand staffing needs and assist with sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding candidates. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their recruiting skills and make an impact in a dynamic, mission-driven organization. Key Responsibilities: • Strategic Talent Sourcing & Relationship Management:, • Lead the identification and engagement of top talent through innovative sourcing strategies, leveraging advanced recruiting techniques, and building a robust pipeline of qualified candidates in advance of business needs., • Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with potential candidates, industry professionals, and key talent pools, positioning Kids First Services as an employer of choice., • Full-Cycle Recruitment:, • Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process for positions, including conducting in-depth interviews, facilitating comprehensive feedback sessions, and driving consensus on candidate selection., • Administer offers and negotiate compensation packages that align with both candidate expectations and company standards, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience for new hires., • Collaboration with Talent Manager & Associated Departments:, • Collaborate closely with the Talent Manager, Human Resources, Operations, and Clinical departments to understand business objectives, team dynamics, and staffing needs, providing strategic guidance on talent acquisition best practices., • Community Engagement & Brand Enhancement:, • Collaborate in efforts to enhance Kids First Services' employer brand through active participation in industry events, professional associations, and by hosting high-impact job fairs and networking events., • Participate in initiatives to increase community engagement, positioning Kids First as a leader in the industry and a preferred employer., • Talent Acquisition Strategy Development:, • Execute strategic recruitment projects aimed at improving the efficiency, scalability, and impact of the recruitment process, including the implementation of cutting-edge recruitment technologies and methodologies., • Impact continuous improvement initiatives within the talent acquisition team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.Qualifications:, • Education & Experience:, • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred., • 1 to 2 years of experience in talent acquisition, with a strong focus on high-volume and specialized recruitment, preferably in fast-paced and dynamic environments., • Demonstrated success in recruiting for senior-level roles and hard-to-fill positions, with a proven ability to source and engage top talent in competitive markets., • Technical Expertise:, • Advanced proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other job boards; experience with Central Reach ABA Software is a plus., • Strong technical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe PDF, Google Suite, and data analytics tools for recruitment reporting., • Ability to collaborate effectively with team members, hiring managers, and other departments when necessary. Obtains the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines., • Other:, • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead complex projects and initiatives that drive business results., • Ability to collaborate effectively with the Talent Manager, senior leadership, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams, while also working independently and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment., • Flexibility & Travel:, • Flexibility to travel for monthly career fairs and key industry events throughout NYC & NJ; willingness to attend evening and weekend events as required., • Flexible hybrid model: One (1) days remote, four (4) days in-office., • Physical Requirements:, • Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force and perform tasks such as climbing stairs and other physical activities as needed., • Communication & Influence:, • Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence and engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization., • Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing complex offers and compensation discussions.Why Choose Kids First?, • Innovative Work Environment:, • Join a forward-thinking team that is at the forefront of utilizing telehealth to deliver ABA services, offering the flexibility to engage in remote supervision, parent training sessions, and strategic initiatives from home., • Impact-Driven Mission:, • Be a part of an organization that is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, with a strong commitment to ethical practices and integrity., • Career Growth & Development:, • Take advantage of opportunities for professional growth and career advancement as we continue to expand, with a clear path for leadership roles within the organization., • Comprehensive Benefits: lSLoaD7JpY