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Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: CHILDCARE WORKER DEPARTMENT: SERVICES FLSA: NON-EXEMPT LOCATION: BROOKLYN, NY REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES SALARY: $35000.00 - $ 38000.00/Annual SUMMARY: Creates and oversees developmentally appropriate, nurturing, and stimulating environment for infants and young children. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: In conjunction with the recreation specialist, creates developmentally – age appropriate activities for young children that meet their physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs. Assesses children’s developmental needs and plans appropriate activities for each child. Document interactions with clients including any concerns or issues that arise during planned activities Maintains safe, hygienic, well-organized environment at all times. Provides monthly status for reporting procedures to supervisor. Promptly reports possible child abuse or neglect to supervisor or Service Coordinator and calls in report when necessary. Maintains adequate supply of formula, juice, healthy snacks, and emergency diapers and clothing. Trains and supervises assistants and volunteers in developmentally-appropriate practices with children. Supervises Assistant Teachers and volunteers. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS: Relevant Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Previous experience working with young children are required. AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS: Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard-working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA): The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.

Recruiting Training Specialist 1 for Manhattan Psychiatric Center Manhattan Psychiatric Center (MPC), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission-accredited facility, is recruiting a Training Specialist 1 (Mental Hygiene) to join its Training and Education Department. Schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM with pass days of Saturday/Sunday. As a Training Specialist 1 (Mental Hygiene), you will develop and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and abilities of the staff at MPC, including: • Developing and delivering engaging training programs for all MPC staff, including those working in outpatient/community settings., • Identifying training needs through review of current programs and developing new programs in collaboration with managers and supervisors., • Designing course materials and coordinating training program logistics to ensure training programs are delivered effectively., • Facilitating training programs and evaluating their impact on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of staff through feedback and reports., • Managing training systems and records, including data entry and reporting in the Statewide Learning Management System (SLMS)., • Communicating upcoming learning opportunities to MPC staff., • Scheduling and coordinating New Employee Orientation About MPC: MPC is a comprehensive, community-based mental health facility serving individuals who are 18 years or older, from the Manhattan and Greater NYC Region. MPC’s focus on evidence-based, person-centered, and culturally sensitive treatment helps their patients achieve their recovery goals. If you would like to join MPC and contribute to a workforce dedicated to public service, we offer the following benefits and opportunities: • Access to tuition assistance programs, • Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth, • NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance, • Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, personal, & sick leave, • New York State Retirement programs, • Free employee shuttle from 125th Street over the Robert F. Kennedy Bridge to MPC’s campus on Randall’s Island Minimum Qualifications: Training Specialist 1 (Mental Hygiene) Six years of professional experience developing and delivering major segments of institution and community training programs to improve the knowledge and abilities of those caring for and treating individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities in institutional and community settings. Substitution: An associate's degree can substitute for 2 years, a bachelor's degree can substitute for 4 years, a Master's degree can substitute for 5 years, and a Juris Doctor in a related field can substitute for 6 years of specialized experience. Additional Comments: The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at . In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment. Background checks are required. This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,000. Salary $66,951-$85,138

A leading organization in New York City is currently seeking a dedicated Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) for its team in The Bronx and Manhattan. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment in group homes, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. About the Opportunity: • Shift: Flexible, • Field Work, • Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Behavioral Intervention Specialist will be responsible for: • Developing functional behavioral assessments and support plans, • Providing individual and group counseling, • Presenting psychotropic medications and behavior support plans to committees, • Training staff in behavior plan implementation and monitoring, • 2+ years of experience in BIS fieldwork, • Master's degree in psychology or related field, • BCBA certification is a plus, • Strong assessment and behavior support development skills, • Proficient in EMR systems, specifically PrecisionCare, • Ability to work flexible hours and travel within the metropolitan area, • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, • Organizational and time management skills, • 5 years of experience with IDD individuals, • BCBA certification, • Advanced skills in psychological assessments, • Expertise in behavior support plan training, • Strong interpersonal skills

PURPOSE: The Mishkon Division provides supports and services in a healthy and safe environment for individuals with intellectual/ developmental disabilities living in residential programs and in community settings. Our core values are to provide a healthy and safe environment that promotes person centered planning, community integration, and close collaboration with families and the community. This is all accomplished through an Orthodox Jewish lens, and with an understanding that staff, at all levels of the division, is the determining factor in achieving positive outcomes for our clients. The Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) provides behavioral assessment, intervention, and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) under the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) in New York State. The BIS develops and implements Positive Behavior Support (PBS) plans, conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), and trains staff/caregivers to ensure individuals receive effective, person-centered behavioral services in residential, day habilitation, or community settings. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Behavior Specialist, Level 1 will design, implement and monitor the Behavior Management Programs, Instructional Goals and Valued Outcomes for all individuals using the Positive Approaches Paradigm. This individual must be familiar with OPWDD and DOH regulations as they apply to the Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) and Independent Residence Alternative (IRA) and Community Services, such as Day Habilitation. The Behavior Specialist, Level 1 will have an assigned caseload of up to 35 individuals and will assist in coverage, as needed. Travel to units, IRAs, day programs and in the community is routine and required. Responsible for communication with and training the interdisciplinary team, outside providers, and family members. Responsible for timely and complete documentation. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Behavioral Assessment & Planning, • Administer and interpret the clients’ cognitive, social/motivational and adaptive living skills., • Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify triggers, functions, and patterns of challenging behaviors., • Develop Individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) based on OPWDD regulations and best practices (e.g., ABA principles, PBS)., • Collaborate with Interdisciplinary teams IDT (clinicians, DSPs, families, care managers) to ensure consistency in behavioral interventions., • Complete observations and trainings regarding behavior supports., • Intervention & Monitoring, • Interact with the residential individuals daily., • Train Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), families, and staff on behavior support strategies., • Responsible for accurate data collection and summaries., • Monitor and document the effectiveness of interventions through data collection and analysis., • Adjust behavior plans as needed based on ongoing observations and progress reviews., • Maintain a case load of up to 35 individuals and provide coverage, as needed, • Crisis Prevention & Management, • Implement SCIP-R (Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised) or other OPWDD-approved crisis intervention techniques when deemed clinically appropriate., • Assist in reducing restrictive interventions by promoting proactive, least-restrictive strategies., • Become a SCIP-R trainer and provide SCIP-R training., • Compliance & Documentation, • Ensure compliance with OPWDD regulations, NYS Part 633/635, and agency policies., • Maintain accurate records, including behavioral incident, informational progress notes, and Medicaid billing documentation (such as staff action plans and others if applicable)., • Compile paperwork and participate in Human Rights, team meetings, and Psych apts., • Collaboration & Advocacy, • Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary team process, • Attend Life plan and Individualized Program Plan (IPP) meetings and Life Plan reviews to advocate for behavioral needs., • Work with psychologists, psychiatrists, nursing and clinical teams to coordinate care., • Participate in all weekly, bi-weekly meetings with the teams., • Actively participate in OPWDD and DOH audits, • Other clinical duties as assigned Qualifications & Requirements Education & Certification (Level 1 BIS, 633.16(b)(32)): • A master’s degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology as it relates to human development and clinical interventions, and documented training in assessment techniques and behavior support plan development; OR, • A national board certification in behavior analysis (BACB), OR, • A NYS licenses as a Behavior Analyst (LBA); OR, • A master’s degree in behavior analysis or a field closely related to clinical or community psychology that is approved by OPWDD; OR, • A NYS license in mental health counseling Experience (Level 1 BIS, 633.16(b)(32)): • At least three years of experience: 1. working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, including the development, implementation, and monitoring of behavior support plans; AND/OR, 2. providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavior support plans; OR, 3. have been employed as a Level 2 BIS, at the master’s degree level, for three years Core Competencies: • Familiarity with NYS OPWDD policies, HCBS Waiver services, and incident reporting., • Strong data collection and analysis skills., • Knowledge of ABA, PBS, and trauma-informed care., • Ability to train and mentor staff in behavioral techniques., • Effective communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills., • Excellent data analysis and presentation skills and proficiency with relevant software, • Ability to use trackers Computer Skills Required: • Strong computer skills are required. The ability to use Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are critical. The knowledge or ability to learn software programs including use of data and trends to inform clinical practice. Work Environment: • Settings: OPWDD ICF, group homes and day habilitation programs, • The position requires the ability to travel from site to site to make program visits. There is walking in the residential programs up and down stairs and at times the ability to lift a social service chart/field., • Travel: May require travel throughout Brooklyn., • BIS must work in person 5 days a week, • Typical schedule is active business hours of Mon-Friday 9-5, however there is ability for flex schedule based on the needs of the program and the caseload with one early start day and one late day to accommodate breakfast and dinner observations. Additional Notes: • On occasion this role may require on-call availability for behavioral emergencies., • Must pass NYS OPWDD background checks and Justice Center clearance. VISUAL AND MANUAL DEXIERITY: • The visual and manual dexterity needed for this position include the ability to work on the computer typing reports and reviewing charts. There is also the need to speak frequently on the telephone including a cellular phone.

Job DescriptionDescription: The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing high quality direct patient care and assisting providers and other clinical staff with patient care and other clinical and administrative duties in a professional manner. Ability to competently and skillfully perform all clinical and clerical functions including, but not limited to: vital signs, patient interview, electronic documentation, screening tools, lab/specimen prep, point of care collection and processing, filing, processing records, answering phones, verifying insurance, scheduling appointments and processing referrals. Must provide age-appropriate care in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the patient served. Advocare, LLC is a partnership of the top doctors in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, including pediatricians, family practice and specialist. As part of the team, you’ll work side-by-side with forward-thinking professionals who strive to provide the highest quality medical care by meeting and exceeding standards for clinical outcomes while delivering exceptional patient service in an evolving healthcare environment. As a full-time Advocare employee, the following benefits are available for you and your family: Medical/prescription coverage; dental coverage; vision care; flexible spending accounts; health savings account, if applicable; voluntary hospital indemnity; voluntary term life insurance and AD voluntary short-term disability and long-term disability; critical illness, cancer, and accident insurance; group auto and homeowners insurance; commuter benefits; 401(k). Medical Assistant Essential Functions: • Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks and clinical duties including but not limited to obtaining and recording patient medical histories, receiving and directing phone calls, ensuring successful completion of all forms, • Maintaining medical supplies inventory and performing preventive maintenance to keep the medical equipment operating, • Preparing patients for examination by performing physical tests, take vitals, reporting patient history summary, • Preparing treatment rooms for clinical examinations, • Counseling patients by transmitting physician’s orders and questions about the treatment, • Delivering attention, compassionate support, and assistance to patients and families, • Ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations including HIPPA, OSHA, etc., • Aides staff, physicians, and other faculty as needed, • Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, • Proficient in administrative tasks, • Must be highly organized and detail-oriented; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, • Familiarity with medical terminology and digital record systems, • Ability to communicate effectively and verbalize ideas, • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands and demonstrates the highest level of customer/client service and response, • High school diploma or equivalent required, • One year of prior experience in a medical setting preferredRequirements:

Job DescriptionDescription: PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT CURRENTLY CERTIFIED Description The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing high quality direct patient care and assisting providers and other clinical staff with patient care and other clinical and administrative duties in a professional manner. Ability to competently and skillfully perform all clinical and clerical functions including, but not limited to: vital signs, patient interview, electronic documentation, screening tools, lab/specimen prep, point of care collection and processing, filing, processing records, answering phones, verifying insurance, scheduling appointments and processing referrals. Must provide age-appropriate care in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the patient served. Advocare, LLC is a partnership of the top doctors in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware, including pediatricians, family practice and specialist. As part of the team, you’ll work side-by-side with forward-thinking professionals who strive to provide the highest quality medical care by meeting and exceeding standards for clinical outcomes while delivering exceptional patient service in an evolving healthcare environment. As a full-time/part-time Advocare employee, the following benefits are available for you and your family: Medical/prescription coverage; dental coverage; vision care; flexible spending accounts; health savings account, if applicable; voluntary hospital indemnity; voluntary term life insurance and AD voluntary short-term disability and long-term disability; critical illness, cancer, and accident insurance; group auto and homeowners insurance; commuter benefits; 401(k). Requirements: Requirements Medical Assistant Essential Functions: • Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks and clinical duties including but not limited to obtaining and recording patient medical histories, receiving, and directing phone calls, ensuring successful completion of all forms, • Maintaining medical supplies inventory and performing preventive maintenance to keep the medical equipment operating, • Preparing patients for examination by performing physical tests, take vitals, reporting patient history summary, and administering vaccines, • Preparing treatment rooms for clinical examinations, • Counseling patients by transmitting physician’s orders and questions about the treatment, • Delivering attention, compassionate support, and assistance to patients and families, • Ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations including HIPPA, OSHA, etc., • Aides staff, physicians, and other faculty as needed, • Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, • Proficient in administrative tasks, • Must be highly organized and detail-oriented; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, • Familiarity with medical terminology and digital record systems, • Ability to communicate effectively and verbalize ideas, • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands and demonstrates the highest level of customer/client service and response, • High school diploma or equivalent required, • CCMA certification is a must!, • One year of prior experience in a medical setting preferred

Job DescriptionDescription: The Pediatric Medical Assistant is responsible for providing high quality direct patient care and assisting providers and other clinical staff with patient care and other clinical and administrative duties in a professional manner. Ability to competently and skillfully perform all clinical and clerical functions including, but not limited to: vital signs, patient interview, electronic documentation, screening tools, lab/specimen prep, point of care collection and processing, filing, processing records, answering phones, verifying insurance, scheduling appointments and processing referrals. Must provide age-appropriate care in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the patient served. Advocare, LLC is a partnership of the top doctors in New Jersey, Delaware and Pennsylvania, including pediatricians, family practice and specialist. As part of the team, you’ll work side-by-side with forward-thinking professionals who strive to provide the highest quality medical care by meeting and exceeding standards for clinical outcomes while delivering exceptional patient service in an evolving healthcare environment. As a full-time Advocare employee, the following benefits are available for you and your family: Medical/prescription coverage; dental coverage; vision care; flexible spending accounts; health savings account, if applicable; voluntary hospital indemnity; voluntary term life insurance and AD voluntary short-term disability and long-term disability; critical illness, cancer, and accident insurance; group auto and homeowners insurance; commuter benefits; 401(k). Essential Functions: • Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks and clinical duties including but not limited to obtaining and recording patient medical histories, receiving and directing phone calls, ensuring successful completion of all forms, • Maintaining medical supplies inventory and performing preventive maintenance to keep the medical equipment operating, • Preparing patients for examination by performing physical tests, take vitals, reporting patient history summary, • Preparing treatment rooms for clinical examinations, • Counseling patients by transmitting physician’s orders and questions about the treatment, • Delivering attention, compassionate support, and assistance to patients and families, • Ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations including HIPPA, OSHA, etc., • Aides staff, physicians, and other faculty as needed, • Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, • Proficient in administrative tasks, • Must be highly organized and detail-oriented; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, • Familiarity with medical terminology and digital record systems, • Ability to communicate effectively and verbalize ideas, • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands and demonstrates the highest level of customer/client service and response, • High school diploma or equivalent required, • One year of prior experience in a medical setting preferredRequirements:

Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BIS) We are currently looking to fill the position of a Behavioral Intervention Specialist to work with one of our non-profit OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities) clients in Manhattan, supporting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). While prior experience working with the IDD population is highly valued, it is not mandatory for this role. Behavioral Intervention Specialist meet the following requirements: • Master’s Degree in Psychology, • 2-5 years of experience creating behavior support plans for individuals with developmental disabilities or within the Mental Health Population, • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM, • Location: Central office in Manhattan, with fieldwork required four days a week at residential facilities (ICF/IRA settings) #AC1 #ACNYN

Job Description: Direct Support Professional (DSP) Position: Direct Support Professional Shifts Available: 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift Location: All five boroughs Direct Support Professional Overview: A Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides essential care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This role involves assisting individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence, and ensuring a safe and supportive environment, in line with OPWDD guidelines. Direct Support Professional Responsibilities 1st Shift • Morning Routine: Assist individuals with waking up, personal hygiene such as bathing, changing diapers, brushing teeth, dressing, and breakfast preparation., • Daily Activities: Support individuals in engaging in morning activities, such as exercise, therapy sessions, doctor’s appointments, or educational programs such as day habilitation., • Household Tasks: Assist with housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation for lunch., • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of individual progress, activities, and any incidents., • Afternoon Activities: Facilitate recreational activities, community outings, and social interactions., • Personal Care: Assist with personal hygiene, including bathing and dressing for the evening., • Meal Preparation: Cook and serve dinner, ensuring dietary needs are met., • Evening Routine: Help individuals with their evening routines, including preparing for bed, doing laundry, and assisting with lunch preparation for the next day., • Overnight Supervision: Stay awake and monitor individuals every 15-30 minutes throughout the night to ensure their safety and well-being., • Personal Care: Assist with any nighttime personal care needs, such as changing diapers if needed and changing bedding if the individual soils their bedding. Assist individuals with waking up, personal hygiene such as bathing, changing diapers, brushing teeth, dressing, and breakfast preparation., • Household Tasks: Perform housekeeping duties, such as cleaning common areas and bedrooms, and preparing breakfast items., • Medication Administration: Administer any required nighttime medications., • Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to any emergencies or incidents during the night., • High School Diploma or GED required to be able to convert to permanent staff; however, not required., • Valid New York State Driver’s License and must maintain it in good standing preferred but not required., • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English., • Good oral and written communication skills., • Good interpersonal skills are necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, the individuals we support, and their families., • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures., • Provides physical and programmatic aid to the individuals we support where assigned., • Aids in daily operation of assigned program areas., • Assists with supervision of the individuals in assigned areas., • Accompanies individuals out into the community on a regular basis and maintains close supervision., • Performs clerical work for assigned areas, i.e., collating, folding, typing, and answering telephones., • Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary plan., • Collects data for written program plans as assigned, i.e., behavior plans, treatment plans., • Provides necessary program support/coverage., • Writes case notes and provides information on incidents as required., • Follows established classroom activity schedules., • Assists Habilitation Specialist in maintaining a clean and organized classroom., • Assists with toileting and feeding of individuals receiving services., • Assists with outer clothing of individuals receiving services as needed., • Role: DSPs work in residential facilities to help individuals achieve their full potential and integrate into their communities., • Responsibilities: Assist with daily living activities, such as getting dressed, going to the bathroom, and finding a job. DSPs focus on teaching individuals how to perform these tasks independently. #AC1 #ACNYN

Job Description Mental Health Specialist $75k - $81k Join a Team Where your Work Truly Makes a Difference. At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower and promote independence for at-risk Children & Families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community-based services. As a Mental Health Specialist, you will be responsible for providing mental health support services to infants, toddlers, pregnant women and families. The HS/EHS Mental Health Specialist will provide a range of services, including individual and dyadic observations of infants, toddlers, parents and/or care givers on site and at home. The HS/EHS Mental Health Specialist will also provide guidance to staff and administrators; screening, assessment and referral; provision of group services; parent and staff trainings; programmatic support; interfacing with community providers; and supervision of social work graduate school interns. The HS/EHS Mental Health Specialist will support best practices throughout the program, maintain records and support compliance in accordance with Head Start and Early Head Start regulations and guidelines.. Requirements: • Master's Degree or doctorate required in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field, • Competence in Early Childhood Mental Health, • NYS licensure required, • Minimum of 2 years direct experience in a mental health setting providing services #HR24S Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description The Children and Youth Specialist is responsible for the following tasks: • Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients. Coach and guide staff in their client practice that reflects these approaches., • Plan and coordinate age-appropriate internal and external activities for residents and their children, • Facilitate family, children and youth groups and workshops, • Conduct orientation with newly admitted parents and children, • Complete all developmental, educational, and identified assessments such as Survey of Well-Being of Young Children and AFC Educational Assessment, • Provide psychoeducation to parents through individual and group sessions., • Create a trauma-informed safe space for children to help with dysregulation, promote emotional safety, play, curiosity, and cultural inclusivity, • Assist with covering shifts and all duties related to that shift, • Serve as a Department of Education liaison and manage all DOE related processes and tasks, • Manage donations (sorting, distribution) and completing requests from donors, • Coordinate family services such as daycare, specialized therapy referrals, assessments, • Supervising children and youth while parents are receiving services or making appointments, • Care for infant, toddlers, and school age children, which includes feeding, changing diapers, and developmentally appropriate engagement, • Observe children's developmental milestones and trauma reactions and consult with SSW and parents, • Document interactions and incidents (case notes, incident reports), • Adhere to mandated reporter expectations, • Attend staff meetings and trainings, • Inventory and assess childcare space supply needs (i.e. activities, crib supplies, diapers, snacks etc.), • Coordinate with external partners for resources and assist with coordinating community opportunities (summer camp, summer school, summer youth program), • Assist with children and youth concrete educational needs such as homework and school projects, • Other tasks as assigned Hiring Range: $22.81 - $24.50 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

Job Description Position: Employment Specialist Department: Developmental Disabled Vocational Support Services (90900) Report to: Program Director Location: 151 Lawrence Street Hours: Full Time – 35 hours per week; Day shift M-F Salary Range : $45,000 to $45,000 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ABOUT BCS: Founded in 1866, Brooklyn Community Services (BCS) empowers children and families to reach their full potential, strengthen families, and foster self-sufficiency in adults. With programs in 27+ locations and 400 employees BCS serves more than 20,000 individuals a year. Position Summary: The Employment Specialist assists individuals with developmental disabilities develop work readiness skills necessary to secure and maintain community-based employment. Responsibilities: * Run work readiness groups utilizing The Fed-Cap Get Ready! ™ Curriculum and other Vocational-base modules and curriculums. * Provide individual counseling and case management services. * Provide supervision at the volunteer sites and workplace. * Maintain client charts and assure all documents are up to date and organized cohesively. * Complete daily progress notes and maintain daily attendance via APRICOT Database System. * Complete monthly reports and other required documentation before deadlines. * Complete Initial/Semi-Annual vocational plans, satisfaction surveys etc. * Maintain ongoing contact with referral sources and other service providers. * Prepare a referral packet for ACCES-VR, OPWDD services as applicable. * Participate in vendor fairs and other program recruitment events as necessary. * Complete intakes for the DDVSS program. * Other responsibilities as needed. Qualifications: * BA degree in the Human Services related field. * Experience working with the developmentally disabled population. * Counseling skills required. * Good communication skills, verbally and in writing. * Good organizational skills. * Ability to interface effectively with staff across programs and community agencies. * Must pass OPWDD Fingerprinting and Background Check. * BCS and Turning Point require that all employees entering the workplace be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless an exemption is granted as a medical or religious accommodation BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Job Description Head Teacher – Early Childhood A highly regarded NYC independent school serving children ages 5–10 is seeking warm, dedicated, and team-oriented educators with backgrounds in Special Education and Early Childhood/Elementary Education. The Head Teacher is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating instruction across all subject areas. This role requires close daily collaboration with an Assistant Teacher and other specialist staff. We are looking for candidates with strong independent school experience, a passion for working in a collaborative setting, and a deep commitment to supporting students with language-based learning disabilities. Qualifications: • Master’s degree in Special Education and active NYS teaching certification, • At least two years of teaching experience; Early Childhood experience strongly preferred, • Experience in independent schools preferred, • Strong understanding of the cognitive, linguistic, and developmental needs of elementary-aged students, • Familiarity with Preventing Academic Failure, The Hochman Method/The Writing Revolution, and Singapore Math is preferred, • Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational abilities, • Experience providing multisensory, explicit instruction tailored to individual student needs, • Demonstrated commitment to work related to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Job Description Position: Group Leader Cornerstone - Seth Low Reports to: Cornerstone Program Director and Assistant Director Work Location: O’Dwyer Gardens (5140-60230), 2945 West 33rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11224 Salary Range: $35,000-$35,000 Hours/Schedule: FT 35 hours per week – School year program - Weekdays and Weekends Hours 2:00pm - 10:00pm; Summer program hours Weekdays and Weekends 3:00pm - 11:00pm; All services and activities are In-Person and based at Site Location; Must have the ability to work on weekends and evenings Brooklyn Community Services is one of Brooklyn’s first and largest non-sectarian social services agencies. Serving more than 20,000 individuals annually, BCS is committed to a broad and diverse range of services including prevention of foster care placement; crisis intervention; early childhood and after school education; and vocational training, job placement, and clinical services to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, and histories of mental illness. Cornerstone Programs provide academic, art and recreational opportunities to children, teens and adults in NYCHA community centers and DOE schools. BCS Cornerstone and Beacon Programs are located in Brownsville, Fort Greene, Coney Island and Sunset Park. Group Leaders work collaboratively with Site Director and Assistant Director to provide activities for children, youth, adults and seniors; provide supervision of, and are responsible for the running a classroom (s) with the assistance of an activity specialist; Responsibilities: * Work collaboratively with Site Director and Assistant Director to provide activities for children, youth, adults and seniors; * Supervision and responsibility of running a classroom (s) with the assistance of an activity specialist; * Knowledge and compliance of all DOH, DYCD, DOE and BCS health and safety protocols; * Development of all school learning curriculum and activities for children ages K-5; * Coordinate planning and preparation of activities and materials for daily schedule in conjunction with activity specialist; * Responsible for supervision to groups of children during classroom activities, snack time, recreation and field trips. Provide effective supervision and activities to middle/high school participants during evening and weekend hours if applicable to site; * Responsible for taking daily attendance and entering attendance into DYCD database; * Development and planning community events for children, parents and community; * Oversee and monitor authorized parental/guardian drop off and pick up of children following all health and safety protocols; * Outreach to parents and community to promote the program, activities and upcoming events; * Attend and comply with training requirements, including all healthy and safety protocols; * Other responsibilities as needed and requested by site director; Qualifications Required: * High School Diploma required. Some college education preferred. * Background in sports, music, drama, dance, photography, crafts, sewing, or the arts is a plus. * Must enjoy working with children and be able to pass a background check. BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Job Description Required: The Candidate must possess an Associate’s degree in human services or related field or equivalent credits ABA Provider Services offers our Behavior Technician (RBT): • Salary and Paid Vacation plus Medical Benefits for full time Behavior Technician, • Above average pay for part time Behavior Technician (RBT) including paid sick time, • Semi-monthly payroll cycle, • Work/life balance including flexible schedule and support, • Caseload clustered in geographic area of your choice, • Clinical support and training in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, • Professional development opportunities ABA Provider Services is seeking dynamic Behavior Technician (RBT) for a comprehensive and rewarding experience to provide home in this role, the Behavior Technician (RBT) will provide individual therapy to children on the Autism Spectrum under the supervision of a BCBA. As a Behavioral Therapist you will implement the strategies of Applied Behavioral Analysis to successfully meet the child’s goals and objectives. Caseload clustered in the geographic area of your choice in New Jersey either in the, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, or Union County. At least ONE of the following: Experience with children with disabilities or developmental delays in the settings of ABA Behavioral Therapist, Behavioral Therapist, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Developmental Interventionist, Child Development Specialist, Assistant Teaching, Teaching Assistant, Teachers Aide, Paraprofessional, Autism Services, Childcare, Educational paraprofessional, Current School Paraprofessionals (afterschool hours- part time). Required: The Candidate must possess an Associate’s degree in human services or related field or equivalent credits ABA Provider Services (TheraCare) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Description ABOUT US New York Edge is the largest provider of after-school and summer camp programs in New York City public schools. Each year, programs in academics, including STEM, the arts, sports and wellness, and college access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children. Summary: Esports Specialists provide targeted, skill and age-appropriate instruction, coaching, and mentorship in New York Edge’s after-school programs, with a focus on esports. They lead New York Edge's Esports Model, in alignment with the Sports & Wellness Department, to foster a safe and inclusive environment for youth to develop their gaming and strategic thinking skills. Esports Specialists organize and facilitate esports programming at their site, guiding students in responsible gaming practices, teamwork, and strategic skills that extend beyond the screen. They participate in esports-specific professional development training and use the Esports Curriculum throughout the school year to design and implement engaging, skill-building activities. Additionally, Esports Specialists prepare students for participation in organization-wide tournaments and leagues, modeling professionalism, sportsmanship, and positive digital citizenship. They cultivate an atmosphere of fun and learning, while maintaining professional boundaries and acting as role models for New York Edge participants. Work Schedule: 9-15 hours per week. Monday through Friday -- 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm Essential Job Functions: * Motivate students to engage actively in daily esports activities and skill development. * Ensure daily activity lesson plans and projects are structured, age-appropriate, and have clear learning goals, based on the esports and digital wellness guide. * Communicate regularly with the Program Director and the Sports and Wellness Department regarding program schedules, leagues, tournaments, and special events. * Encourage and prepare students to participate in organization-wide esports activities and competitions. * Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order and focus among students. * Organize, lead, and promote interest in various esports genres, such as strategy, team-based, and solo-player games, along with exercises in reaction time and critical thinking. * Explain gaming strategies, techniques, and safety procedures, and demonstrate responsible gaming practices. * Enforce digital safety rules and regulations governing esports activities and the proper use of equipment. * Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students. * Prepare and set up facilities and equipment for group esports activities. * Greet new participants, introduce them to team dynamics, explain gaming etiquette and rules, and encourage active participation. * Evaluate activities to ensure they are engaging and achieving the desired educational and developmental outcomes. * Adapt teaching methods and materials to cater to students' varying skill levels and interests. * Promote and support the progressive development of each student's gaming and teamwork skills. * Emphasize positive character development, including respect, teamwork, and perseverance. * Provide homework support during Academic hour as needed. * Adapt each esports activity to ensure safe and responsible gaming in the provided space. Required skills: * Must be knowledgeable and skilled in esports, with experience teaching and mentoring youth in a structured setting. * Prior experience teaching and instructing youth preferred. * Ability to follow a curriculum and adapt it for different skill levels. * Demonstrated responsibility, reliability, and punctuality. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. * May be required to walk up and down stairs. * May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed. * Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may be required to interact with the community at-large during trips or events. Qualifications: * High School Diploma or Equivalent required; some college preferred. * A minimum of one year of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required. * A minimum of one year of teaching experience is required. * Must have passion for New York Edge's mission and demonstrated interest in education and youth development. * Candidates qualified to lead instruction in more than one activity are also preferred. To apply, please visit newyorkedge.org/careers The Esports Specialist will be required to report to the school building and interact with staff, students, parents, and school administration. At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health. New York Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work the employee performs in this position. These statements 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 If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. About the Position We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Midtown East Manhattan! DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person’s home, in their family’s home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. YAI's Mission Ready to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI? Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at yai.org/careers. Program * Residential Services Location * Midtown East Schedule * Full time, part time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning , evening, and overnight schedules. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities * Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships. * Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community. * Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual’s potential harm to self or others. * Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations. * Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies. * Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans. * Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment. * Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols. * Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including: * Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping. * Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines. * Teaching/developing skills. * Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals. * Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals. * Facilitating ethical decision making. * Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies. * Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc. * Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided. * Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs). * Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS). * Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals’ observable behavior. * Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team. * Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts. * Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills. * Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR). * Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents). * Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching. * Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation. * Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). * Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee. * Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings. * Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others. * Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program. * May participate in the development of treatment plans. * For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials. * Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) * Must be at least 18 years of age. * Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person’s Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff. * Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes. * Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions. * Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids. * Basic computer skills – including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks. * Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment. * Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking – Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment. * Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI’s mission and vision. * Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment. * Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized. * For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver’s License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) * HS diploma or its educational equivalent * Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions) * For elevated DSP positions, must have at least three (3) years of direct support professional experience with the I/DD population and must obtain (and maintain) required YAI certifications based on setting within six (6) months of appointment. Compensation * $18.00/hour - $19.05/hour* *depending on qualifications and experience Benefits * DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today! * Tuition reimbursement * Medical and dental insurance - with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for Full time positions) * Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time (depending on time type) * 403(b) retirement with employer matching contributions * Life insurance and long-term disability * Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

Job Description If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. About the Position We are hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) in Chelsea, Manhattan! DSPs work closely with people of all ages who have intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Depending on the supports needed, DSPs may work in a person’s home, in their family’s home, in a YAI residence, at a day habilitation center, or out in the community. YAI's Mission Ready to join our 4,000+ employees in a career at YAI? Working at YAI means effecting real change in people's lives. It means going home at the end of the day knowing you have helped someone accomplish a goal. If you want a career supporting others, creatively finding solutions to life's challenges, and building a more inclusive community, YAI is the place for you! Join us in our mission to create opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, love, work, and learn in their communities. Learn more at yai.org/careers. Program * Residential Services Location * Chelsea, Manhattan Schedule * Full time, part time, weekday and/or weekend positions available - including morning , evening, and overnight schedules. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities * Assists individuals in maximizing their strengths, interests, and abilities, upholding their personal rights, displaying patience and tolerance while providing emotional support and building positive relationships. * Supports people to meet personal goals that characterize quality of life, engages in respectful communications and conversations through person-first language, encourages socializing and facilitates activities that provide social capital and connections to the community. * Responsible for the overall supervision, protection, and care of individuals at all times including maintenance of program guidelines for the protection of individuals, facilitating learning and training in fire safety and identifying and appropriately escalating signs of an individual’s potential harm to self or others. * Ensures health, wellness and safety by providing appropriate supervision of the people we support and by managing crisis situations while adhering to applicable policies, procedures and regulations. * Provides support in a variety of settings and in accordance with each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, utilizing support skills for people with varying levels of need and demonstrating the OPWDD Core Competencies. * Ensures implementation of person-centered, individualized plans following levels of supervision and safeguards including protective oversight (IPOPs), as well as Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), Staff Action and/or Life Plans for all people we support, understanding the intentions and goals of the plans. * Maintains a clean, safe and organized therapeutic environment. * Utilizes safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with individuals and implements infection control protocols. * Assists with a variety of tasks for people we support, as appropriate/authorized, including: * Providing personal care and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) including intimate care and personal hygiene (e.g. bathing, dressing, and toileting), laundry and housekeeping. * Ensuring that medication is administered as prescribed, in accordance with applicable guidelines. * Teaching/developing skills. * Supporting person-centered advocacy with the individuals. * Assisting in communication, self-expression and resolving disputes amongst individuals. * Facilitating ethical decision making. * Providing supervision for and/or planning and preparing balanced meals and snacks for people we support in accordance with dietary restrictions and guidelines of specific individuals including for modified diets or liquid consistencies. * Transporting and escorting individuals on recreational activities, medical appointments, home visits, volunteer and/or employment sites, etc. * Assisting people with making purchases, as well as safeguarding personal allowance funds and any additional funds provided. * Develops an understanding of specialized clinical knowledge for person specific needs (supporting adults, challenging behaviors, autism spectrum disorders, complex medical needs). * Implements Behavior Support Plan as written by Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS). * Collects, records, and summarizes data on individuals’ observable behavior. * Observes and reports any changes in behavior, or other signs and symptoms, to clinical and/or leadership team. * Serves as a member of a highly effective team (teamwork within the circle of support), providing feedback and communicating programmatic needs to members of team and maintaining a solution-oriented approach during conflicts. * Completes and maintains all necessary trainings and certifications, including specialized trainings based on program and position to ensure compliance with YAI policies and all applicable rules or regulations and applies skills. * Reviews communication logs daily and makes entries of events, progress notes, services and/or information; collects and enters data as part of daily operations using an electronic health record (e.g. Digital Agency (DA), Electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR). * Reviews and completes all other required paperwork and documentation to ensure compliance and/or billing completely, accurately and within appropriate timeframes (e.g., notifications, logging, incident reports, update files, maintenance requests, phone calls, and tracking of incidents). * Uses foundational teaching skills (Explain, Model, Observe and Evaluate [EMOE], task analysis, essential skills, supports and modifications, etc.) and progressive teaching. * Understands behavior as communication and employs person-centered thinking to support positive interactions and prevent further escalation. * Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). * Reports maintenance, upkeep and safety concerns observed at YAI facilities to Program Supervisor or appropriate designee. * Consults with program leadership, clinical and other direct support staff to ensure streamlined and top-quality care for individuals and attends and actively participates in team meetings. * Utilizes/demonstrates approved YAI and OPWDD training techniques (i.e. verbal, environmental, and physical interventions, including take downs) to respond timely and appropriately to challenging and/or self-injurious behavior, ensuring the health and safety of the people we support, self and others. * Provides coverage for other direct support staff as requested, which may include assisting at another YAI or off-site location (e.g. hospital) based on needs of program and/or individuals supported, including remaining on shift to ensure maintenance of minimum coverage levels for program. * May participate in the development of treatment plans. * For certain assignments, may be required to operate YAI motor vehicle to transport individuals to and/or from programs, residences, community or other locations on a daily (or other regular) basis with appropriate credentials. * Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) * Must be at least 18 years of age. * Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; use hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; assisting with lifting/moving individuals of any weight with assistance of mechanical lifts or other equipment and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion; having the physical capacity to work with and implement emergency interventions as per the person’s Behavior Support Plan if/as needed, including lifting/moving individuals of any weight with or without assistance of equipment and/or other staff. * Effective written and oral communication skills including the ability to appropriately document services provided for billing and tracking purposes. * Enthusiasm for working with people with I/DD, willingness to take initiative and ability to demonstrate positivity, patience and empathy and compassion in all interactions. * Ability and willingness to assist with a variety of supports and ADLs as requested, including regular exposure to and handling of various bodily fluids. * Basic computer skills – including email, utilizing Workday and related systems (DA, etc.) to complete tasks. * Must hold or obtain and maintain Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention – Revised (SCIP-R) within one (1) year of appointment. * Must hold or obtain and maintain additional certifications as required by program assignment and persons supported (for example: Choking – Return Demonstration, Approved Medication Administration Personnel (AMAP), Diabetes Care, CPR, Tube Feeding, etc.) within one (1) year of appointment. * Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships in alignment with YAI’s mission and vision. * Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and work in a high energy, fast-paced environment. * Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours/shift and/or to report to work as scheduled on holidays, in inclement weather or during other emergencies to maintain minimum coverage requirements of program, unless otherwise authorized. * For assignments that require transporting persons supported by vehicle, must hold or obtain and maintain valid Driver’s License and Van certification (based on position/location/program). Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) * HS diploma or its educational equivalent * Work or life experience in the I/DD field is a plus, but not mandatory (for DSP 1 positions) * For elevated DSP positions, must have at least three (3) years of direct support professional experience with the I/DD population and must obtain (and maintain) required YAI certifications based on setting within six (6) months of appointment. Compensation * $18.00/hour - $19.05/hour* *depending on qualifications and experience Benefits * DailyPay available - Work today, get paid today! * Tuition reimbursement * Medical and dental insurance - with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision (for Full time positions) * Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time (depending on time type) * 403(b) retirement with employer matching contributions * Life insurance and long-term disability * Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more. Check out our benefits page to learn more! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

Job DescriptionDescription: Currently accepting applications for Clinical Internships and Externships for the 2026–2027 training year: • Non-NYNJADOT Applicants:, • Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis., • Start date as early as January 2026., • NYNJADOT Applicants:, • Applications will be reviewed in accordance with NYNJADOT guidelines., • Interviews will be scheduled following the NYNJADOT timeline. Start Date: January 5, 2026, July 6, 2026, or August 3rd, 2026 End Date: 12 months following start date Internship/Externship Supervisor: Clinical Director of Training and Professional Development Classification: Externship/Internship, Part-Time, In-Person, Unpaid Hours: See clarification under 'Externship Eligibility' Location: MPG Offices (Upper West Side Office and/or Long Island City) Internship/Externship Summary We are looking for highly skilled and personable graduate-level clinical externs to learn from our team of mental health and testing professionals who specialize in evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Parent Management Training and Applied Behavior Analysis to provide support to children, adolescents and families experiencing anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, disruptive behavior, ASD and ADHD. Externs will receive the required individual and/or group supervision from a licensed psychologist/social worker. We are an excellent training site for students that prioritize direct care learning opportunities, 1:1 supervision, and growth opportunities. Primary Faculty Manhattan Psychology Group’s staff include licensed psychologists, social workers, and other mental health professionals. Our mission is to provide multidisciplinary, integrated support for individuals and their families who experience mental health, behavioral and educational challenges. Our team is actively committed to continuing and growing their own expertise. • Erika Stapert, PsyD: Clinical Director of Training and Professional Development; Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychologist; Mental Health Supervisor; PCIT Therapist and Within Agency Trainer; SM Therapist, • Francyne Zeltser, PsyD: Senior Director of Mental Health & Testing Services; Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychologist; Certified School Psychologist, • Chelsey Rosen, PsyD: Lead Psychologist; Mental Health Supervisor; PCIT Therapist; SM Specialist; TCIT Trainer; Certified School Psychologist, • Margaret Areizaga, PsyD: Senior Psychologist; Mental Health Supervisor; PCIT Therapist and Within Agency Trainer; SM Specialist, • Lauren Feiden, PsyD: Senior Psychologist; Mental Health Supervisor; PCIT Therapist; Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychologist, • Jessica Randel Janicola, PsyD: Supervising Neuropsychologist Internship/Externship Training Objectives • Fulfill externship training requirements outlined by the associated educational institute in which the student is enrolled, • Case conceptualization, diagnosis, treatment planning and case management with a diverse caseload based on patient populations, interventions and diagnoses, • Opportunities to work in varying settings including clinic based, in-home, telehealth, and school-based services within the 5 boroughs, • Receive psychotherapy training in evidence-based practices (CBT) for individual and group treatment, • Opportunities to assist and facilitate group counseling, • Actively seek parent and/or patient feedback regarding programming and therapy goals, • Training in assessment, interpretation, report writing and feedback (doctoral externs only), • Regularly meet with supervisor for supervision sessions, • Attend department and trainee team meetings, in-service programs, didactics and staff development activities, • Collaborate with supervisors and colleagues with specialties in CBT, PCIT, SM and ABA, • Consult with community resources and collateral providers, • Participate in opportunities for professional development and growth including community workshops, didactics, case presentations and special projects, • Utilize practice software for documentation with full administrative support from leadership, supervisors, peers and administrators with referrals, scheduling, billing and other related tasks, • Intervention training experiences offered: Provide evidence-based methods to assess and treat a diverse caseload of children, adolescents and adults utilizing CBT-oriented modalities, including family consultation and support, where feasible, • Estimate average number of individual patients that students will carry: Mental Health caseload of approximately 10 sessions per week (includes individual, group, and parent training sessions as well as co-facilitation), • Estimate number of groups and other types of interventions: Groups offered at MPG that may be included in your externship: Social Skills, Parent Training, SPACE/Anxiety, and Disruptive Behavior/ADHD., • Assessment training experiences commonly offered: Students will gain supervised experience conducting neuropsychological, psychological, psychoeducational, autism, and developmental evaluations., • Expected number of full assessment batteries completed during externship (defined as administration of a battery of standardized tests): Students are assigned up to 1 assessment case per month and can carry up to 2 active assessment cases at a time for a total of 8-10 cases over the course of their externship., • Estimate hours/week of individual supervision: 1.5 hours (virtually or in-person), • Estimated hours/week of group supervision: 1.5 hours (in-person) All externs receive weekly supervision with their supervisors through a combination of individual and group formats. In addition, externs attend weekly training meetings led by the Clinical Director of Training and Professional Development as well as their cohort’s postdoctoral fellows. When appropriate, externs are encouraged to engage in observational learning by sitting in on other clinicians’ sessions - both testing and counseling. They are also welcome to observe weekly PCIT sessions conducted by certified PCIT therapists and may assist with specialized services such as PCIT-SM. Didactics: Externs participate in didactics focused on evidence-based treatments and pediatric psychology. These are delivered through a variety of formats, including review of supplemental materials, viewing recordings of previously held didactic sessions, and live meetings with didactics instructors for more hands-on learning and case consultation. Examples of topics covered in didactics include, but are not limited to: • Social Skills Training, • DBT and Risk Assessment, • Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), • ADHD, • PCIT-SM Support: • Manhattan Psychology Group has existing cohorts of externs with start and end dates that allow for overlaps with new cohorts to ensure consistent access to support., • Is the agency readily accessible through public transportation?: Yes, • Wheelchair accessible: No Education: • Enrolled in a graduate program in Clinical, School, or Applied Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Marital and Family Therapy, or Social Work, • A minimum of 1-2 years of clinical experience utilizing evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, PMT, ERP, PCIT) to treat children and adolescents with anxiety, mood disorders, ODD, and ADHD, as well as their families., • Experience with Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and psychological testing is preferred., • Minimum of 20 hours/week across 3 days:, • Cohort A-1: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, • Cohort A-2: Monday, Wednesday, Saturday, • Cohort B-1 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, • Cohort B-2: Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, • Weekday hours will include at least one after school availability block approximately 2pm-8pm and daytime block between 9am-3pm, • Weekend hours if assigned to a Saturday or Sunday are 9am-3pm, • Weekly breakdown of hours: 10 hours of direct services, 10 hours of indirect services, • Mandatory Orientation will be held at the following dates/times:, • January Start: January 6th, 7th, and 8th, 2026, • Complete the application by:, • Filling out the online application, • Submitting a CV, • Two letters of recommendation, • Cover Letter that explains why you are pursuing a career in the mental health field, how your previous experience and education have prepared you for this externship, and what you hope to learn during your externship, • Letter of Readiness/Eligibility signed by your DCT, if applicable, • Complete a phone screen with our Recruitment & Engagement Specialist, • Virtual Interview with one of our Clinical Director of Training & Professional Development, • In-person Interview with Senior Director of Mental Health and Testing Services at our Upper West Side office, • Internship/Externship placement offer, • Complete onboarding process MPG and MPG Tutoring provide 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. To request assistance due to an ongoing medical condition or disability, contact our HR team by leaving a voice message at 1-646-389-6848, and someone will respond within one business day. Alternatively, email requests can be sent to .

Job Description The community habilitation specialist will work directly with individuals in program activities, both in their homes and in the community. Assist individuals (service recipients) in skills development by implementing individual-specific and general programs. The Community Habilitation Specialist will have the ability to interact with individuals and staff professionally and ethically, understand and implement service plans, and Staff Action Plans as written, and complete all required documentation clearly, legibly promptly. RESPONSIBILITIES • Participate in the life of the individual in their home to foster a person-centered atmosphere conducive to the growth of the individual and towards their maximum independence in all areas of daily living. Commit to person-centered support and honor the personality, preferences, culture, and strengths of the individuals. Promote and protect the health, safety, and emotional well-being of the individuals., • Assist in planning and implementation of the program., • Maintain daily Community-Habilitation bi-weekly progress reports, datasheets, timesheets, and other required documentation. The community Habilitation Specialist will document each training session in the appropriate databases and report the progress and barriers with each client., • Attend and participate in staff mandatory and In-service training and meetings as required. Community Habilitation Specialists must know and protect individual rights., • Maintain contact with Program Supervisors and individuals and family about changes in schedules, lateness, absences, and other issues that will affect working with the individual., • Communicate relevant information to Program Supervisors verbally and in writing, i.e., daily notes, incident reports, etc., • Complete documentation electronically as required. Follow up with electronic visit verification (EVV) on assigned dates., • Follow all specified policies and procedures, for managing behaviors, emergencies, and reporting incidents., • Accompany and advocate for the individual when in the community. Community Habilitation Specialist will travel to borough assigned., • Act as a role model for consumers by appropriate behavior and offering assistance as indicated in Individual Service Plans., • Community Habilitation Specialist meet with the assigned individual for a few times per week depending on the individual’s coordinated hours Rev. 2/2022, • Provide personal care consistent with participant’s skill level and as outlined in the habilitation plan (including; bathing, toileting, dressing, laundry, travel safety, etc.), • Support the mission and vision of the organization., • High School Diploma or GED., • Some prior experience on a personal level with developmentally disabled people, • Must have a personal computer device, such as smartphone, or tablet, and be able to perform required documentation on the personal device using company’s software., • Unrestricted NYS Driver's License (Preferred) and proof of car insurance needed if client’s goals require the use of a vehicle., • CPR Certification (Preferred). PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be able to:, • Use a computer or phone with capability to access EVV and other software as it relates to the job. Pay: From $18.00 per hour Schedule: • 10 hour shift, • 12 hour shift, • 8 hour shift, • Day shift, • Monday to Friday

Job Description Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization that has worked to improve the well-being of children, youth, families, and people with developmental disabilities across New York City and Long Island since 1929. Our staff of more than 500 provides prevention services, foster care, residential treatment care, adoption services, medical and mental health services, and programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities. A career with Little Flower can be rewarding in so many ways. We are looking for conscientious and caring people who are ready to commit to the work of strengthening families and supporting the well-being of children and adults with developmental disabilities. If you’re looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, we hope you will consider joining our team. Summary Job Description Coaches are paired with up to 15 young people and work with each of them from 9th grade (or age 14, if they are disconnected from school) to age 21, regardless of their academic status. Through the course of their work with assigned youth, coaches’ general functions include the following: • Building relationships with up to 15 young people, • Provide ongoing social/emotional support to the youth on their caseloads, • 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, • 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 Principle Responsibilities: ACADEMIC • Re-engage disconnected youth and help them re-enroll in an academic setting, • Assess the fit between the young person and their current academic setting and help them transfer into a better-fit high school or high school equivalency (HSE) program, if needed, • Visit the young person’s school/program and build relationships with school staff, review transcripts and academic data, provide educational advocacy, and discuss progress towards graduation/HSE obtainment, • Ensure young people are attending school and have the supports and resources they need to be successful, such as tutoring, individualized educational plans (IEPs), 504 Plans, or other special accommodations, • Expose students to post-secondary pathways, such college and/or accredited vocational programs, starting in the 9th grade (or as early as possible), • Assist students with post-secondary planning, along with the guidance counselors and/or College Specialists and Career Development Specialists, • Connect the student to the College Specialist to apply to colleges, opportunity programs, and all forms of financial aid, funding, and scholarships, • Provide college persistence coaching, including ensuring students are receiving all of the financial and academic supports they need to succeed each semester, • Assist students with planning for apprenticeship and vocational education paths, as appropriate, • Collaborate with Case Planners, guidance counselors, Specialists, Tutors, teachers, family members, and caregivers CAREER DEVELOPMENT • Assist young people in obtaining working papers, if needed, • Conduct career exploration activities with young people, • Assist ALL young people in selecting at least one career development experience each year that is in line with their interests and academic situation/background, • Work with the young person and Career Development Specialist to identify potential longer-term career pathways based on the young person’s interests, strengths, and academic/vocational plans, • Connect the young person to the Career Development Specialist, if needed, to explore workforce development programs, vocational programs, and for assistance with job applications, • Connect young people, as needed, to agency-based job readiness and/or internship programs (e.g., YA WORC or the Mentored Internship Program), • Provide persistence coaching to young people enrolled in any external program by checking in with them regularly HOUSING AND INDEPENDENT LIVING • Ensure that the young person coordinates with a Housing Specialist (and/or Case Planner, if the agency does not have a Housing Specialist) to ensure that all young people’s housing applications are submitted as early as possible (by age 19 if their goals is to age out), • Accompany the young person to visit supportive housing residences, when needed, • Help young people move in and obtain furniture, • Help young people maintain their housing by providing independent living and life skills supports such as budgeting, obtaining a bank account, and advocating with landlords, if needed Minimum Requirements: • Qualified applicants for the Coach positions will be required to have a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience working with at-risk or system-involved young people or an Associate degree and 5+ years of working with at-risk or system-involved young people, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Strong time-management, organizational skills, and attention to detail, • Ability to troubleshoot, advocate, and navigate obstacles where there is not always a clear-cut pathway, • 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 use trauma-informed techniques, • Experience working with vulnerable youth, • Knowledgeable about youth resources and services, • Ability to facilitate therapeutic peer groups, • Competence in planning, organizing, scheduling, case documentation, and strong oral and written communication abilities. Some experience in public relations preferable, • Must possess strong human relations skills to communicate and work effectively within a culturally diverse work environment and community, • Valid NYS Driver’s License if using personal vehicle or agency vehicle to drive on agency business. Travel Requirements: This position is based in Brooklyn, NY and will be required to travel to all locations to service this population. Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York 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 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.

Job Description Job Path supports autistic people and people with developmental disabilities as they make choices about their lives and play valued roles in their communities. Job Path encourages people to explore what they want out of life and to chart their own journeys. Whether it’s finding a job, making a contribution in a volunteer role, establishing a home, or being part of the community, the goal is to assist the person to lead a full and active life. Job Path’s Supported Employment program is seeking an energetic and creative person to work with participants and customize jobs for the people we support, which includes autistic people and adults with developmental disabilities. Using customized employment strategies, we pinpoint the skills and talents people can bring to the workforce and the conditions they need to be successful on the job. Then, we work with employers to create a job match that works for the business and the job seeker. The ideal candidate will be able to envision possibilities and opportunities for the individuals, and serve as a motivator for the members of a person's circle of support. The Disability Employment Specialist may provide direction to the members of the circle, giving them tasks to follow through on so that all may have a stake in the process of connecting the person to meaningful work. Job Path is seeking a creative and energetic person to work with participants in Job Path’s Supported Employment program to customize jobs for the people we support. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following tasks: • Providing initial and ongoing support to a caseload of 10-12 people, • Implement a discovery process whereby Job path learns the strengths, interests and needs of an individual, through visits to the home and community and by interviewing teachers, parents, and others close to the individual, • Create a vocational profile for participants served and a portfolio which describes the participant in text and pictures for potential employers., • Network with personal contacts and circles of support to expand and further develop a pool of connections with potential employers, • Research businesses in NYC connected to people’s interests, • Establishing and facilitating new partnerships, • Work with employers and organizations to customize jobs that meet the employers’ needs and capitalize on the skills and talents of individual participants., • Provide on-the-job training and support to people on and off their job sites, • Provide ongoing job coaching support to individuals with significant developmental disabilities at their worksites., • Be a liaison with employers to ensure satisfaction with Job Path’s services., • Complete a daily hours chart to document all services provided, • Submit detailed case notes for all billable services on a daily basis into the electronic record keeping system, • Complete a monthly summary that details services provided and progress for each person on a caseload, • Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities or in job development., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Experience with administrative work and record keeping, • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both externally and internally with team members, • Ability to actively listen and collaborate, • Computer literacy (G Suite, Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, basic data entry)***, • Demonstrate competency in written, verbal and computational skills to document records in accordance with program and OPWDD mandates Benefits: Health insurance, dental insurance, STD/LTD/Life & AD&D, Work/Life Assistance Program (EAP), ability to contribute to pre-tax commuter and medical FSA plans, 403b pension with employer match after two years of employment To Apply: Please submit your resume, dates of availability, and cover letter via our jobs board: Or, send via fax to 212-921-5342 or mail to: Job Path Attn: Aimee Althoff 256 West 38th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10018 *Please note: Only applicants we feel meet requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. No calls please. Job Path is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on races, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, employment, or citizenship status. Whistleblower policy: Powered by JazzHR UUwEyv0xFD

Job Description MISSION STATEMENT Are you ready to give back to the community while pursuing your passion? For over 50 years, Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond. We are one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, serving over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs serve individuals at every age and developmental level, from the very young through our daycare programs to mature adults through our older adults centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent. POSITION OVERVIEW The Intake and Recruitment Specialist will be responsible for conducting initial client intakes, assessing eligibility, and providing recruitment support for a workforce development program focused on refugees. The Specialist will ensure that clients receive the necessary information and resources to achieve their employment and training goals. The Specialist is based in the office headquarters and frequently travels locally within NYC to conduct outreach and recruitment activities. KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Marketing: Create and develop comprehensive, engaging, and targeted hard copy and digital materials to reach, engage, and recruit eligible refugees., • Community Outreach: Develop and attend job fairs, program orientations, and community outreach activities for the recruitment of the eligible refugee populations., • Partnerships: Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations and service providers for cross-referral opportunities and support services., • Client Intake: Conduct comprehensive intake interviews to assess clients' needs, goals, and eligibility for program services., • Eligibility Determination: Screen client documents and determine eligibility for program services., • Service Coordination: Provide clear explanations of program services and complete the intake process for clients interested in a workforce development program., • Scheduling: Schedule comprehensive assessment appointments with Case Managers., • Documentation: Accurately document client information and maintain comprehensive client records., • Referrals: Make appropriate referrals to internal and external resources based on clients' needs., • Advocacy: Serve as an advocate for clients, ensuring they have access to necessary services and resources., • Data Entry and Reporting: Enter documentation into the assigned databases and provide data for program reports., • Collaboration: Work together with other EBOF Intake and Recruitment staff to coordinate services in an effective and efficient manner in keeping with program and government guidelines. 413 East 120th Street, Suite 401 New York, NY 10035 (P) 212.427.7080, • Education: Associates Degree in Marketing, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field is preferred. A commensurate combination of education and experience will be considered., • Outreach/Recruitment Experience: At least one year of experience in conducting outreach and recruitment for human service and/or workforce development programs within a multicultural or refugee resettlement setting., • Intake Experience: At least 6 months of demonstrated experience providing intake services for human service and/or workforce development programs within a multicultural or refugee resettlement setting., • Cultural Competency: Experience working with diverse populations, including refugees and immigrants, and an understanding of the cultural, social, and economic challenges they face., • Knowledge of Immigration Laws: Familiarity with immigration laws, refugee rights, and the resettlement process., • Language Skills: Fluency in English and proficiency in one or more languages spoken by the refugee population in New York City (e.g., Arabic, Spanish, French, etc) is preferred., • Community Resources: Demonstrated knowledge and experience with local community resources, services, and organizations that support refugees, such as housing, healthcare, education, and employment assistance., • Advocacy Skills: Experience advocating for clients' rights and needs, including navigating complex systems and securing necessary services., • Emotional Support: Ability to provide emotional support and crisis intervention when needed using an empowerment-based, family development approach., • Data Management: Demonstrated experience with maintaining accurate hard copy and digital client records and regularly reporting on clients' progress. Acacia Network provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Description Position: NeON Works Employment Specialist Program: NeON Probation Program Reports to: Program Director Locations: Brooklyn, New York Hours: Full Time – 35 hours per week Monday – Friday 9-5 Salary Range: $40,000 - $43,000 Program Summary: Brooklyn Community Services is one of Brooklyn’s first and largest non-sectarian social services agencies. Serving more than 20,000 individuals annually, BCS is committed to a broad and diverse range of services including prevention of foster care placement; crisis intervention; early childhood and after school education; and vocational training, job placement, and clinical services to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, and histories of mental illness. The NeON Probation Program focuses on 16-24 year-olds who have active involvement within the Justice System. Neon Works provides an array of services designed to help participants reach a higher level of work readiness/employability and reduce the likelihood of participation in violent activity. Neon also offers career awareness services, connection to educational opportunities, assistance with job search competencies, and case management, however, NeON provides emphasis on education, training, and the ability to earn credentials in growing and/or stable occupational fields. The Employment Specialist will focus primarily on providing individualized career support and job placement services to individuals within the NeON program, which targets populations with barriers to employment, by conducting needs assessments, developing personalized employment plans, connecting them with training opportunities, assisting with job searches, and providing ongoing support to ensure job retention; essentially acting as a dedicated career coach to help individuals achieve sustainable employment within their chosen field. Responsibilities: * Client intake and assessment: Conducting comprehensive interviews with potential clients to understand their employment goals, skills, barriers, and support needs. * Career counseling: Providing guidance on career exploration, job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and professional development. * Job matching: Actively seeking suitable job openings in the market that align with client skills and interests, and connecting them with potential employers. * Training and skill development: Identifying necessary training or certifications for clients to enhance their employability and referring them to appropriate programs. * Employer outreach: Building relationships with local businesses to identify job opportunities and advocate for clients' placement * Case management: Maintaining detailed client records, tracking progress toward employment goals, and documenting all interactions * Support services coordination: Collaborating with other support agencies to address clients' needs related to housing, transportation, childcare, or mental health * Job retention support: Providing ongoing check-ins with placed clients to address challenges and ensure successful job integration Qualifications: * High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred * Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with diverse clients and employers * Experience in career counseling, job development, or employment placement services * Ability to work effectively across cultural/ethnic/racial communities * Knowledge of local job market trends and available training programs * Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve client goals * Understanding of barriers faced by individuals with disabilities or other disadvantages * Proficiency in computer applications for job search and client database management * Bi-lingual Spanish preferred BCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Under general direction, is responsible for designing and implementing an organized, individualized program for acquisition of functional skills that will lead to increased independent community participation for the individuals served. This is done in accordance with regulations and requirements of the agency and applicable governmental and other regulatory agencies. This is a management position that is responsible for providing supervision to the Habilitation Assistants. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Habilitation Specialist will include, but are not limited to the following: • Serves as a liaison between agency, the people we support, and families. Serves as advocate and provider for all issues pertaining to those receiving services., • Develops programs and day habilitation plans for persons served., • Implements active treatment plans for program participants, both inside and outside of building., • Supervises non-professional staff in implementation of day habilitation plans., • Participates in individual program planning process., • Orients, trains, evaluates, delegates, supervises work of, and recommends hiring and disciplining of subordinate staff., • Recognizes and observes important relationships with Service Coordinators for participants’ program development and referral for other kinds of assistance as needed., • Maintains attendance and other required records/paperwork., • Utilizes community resources, as appropriate for implementation of day habilitation plans and community integration., • Carries out basic administrative tasks related to caseload and other selected assignments as directed by program director or program coordinator., • Plans group and individual activities and assigns staff to implement them., • Trains and instructs support staff in daily routine, program planning, and general procedures and practices of the group., • Attends regularly scheduled supervisory staff meetings., • Prepares and adapts materials and plans and sets up furniture and equipment for program activities., • Participates in scheduled in-service training programs., • Provides support/coverage to other classrooms as needed., • Participates in activities outside of activity room when necessary, i.e. trips, pool, gym. Enters swimming pool with the people we support as required., • Selects and utilizes educational materials., • Teaches persons served to become more independent., • Drives agency vehicles for individual transportation, pickups, deliveries, community outings, and medical emergencies as required., • Assists persons served with transportation between buses and buildings as needed., • Performs direct care responsibilities that include feeding and toileting, as needed., • Initiates precautions within established framework to assure that own work is completed in a manner free from recognized hazards., • Performs other related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid New York State Driver’s License is preferred, • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with co-workers, employees, the people we support, and their families, • Good organizational and teaching skills, • Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and appropriate software, • Ability to operate wheelchairs and adaptive equipment utilized by persons served, • Must maintain confidentiality of the records of the persons served, • Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective measures EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services or related field, • One year of post graduate experience is required COMPENSATION: $25.75/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees! At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description Required: A Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution in a related health, human service or education field, as well as at least one year of professional experience with children ages birth – 3 with disabilities and developmental delays. TheraCare is seeking dynamic for Child Developmental Specialist looking for a comprehensive and rewarding experience to provide home based services in one of the following areas in New Jersey: Atlantic, Camden, Burlington, Bergen, Passaic, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Ocean & Somerset counties. In this role, the Child Development Specialist will provide treatment to children up to 3 years old with various developmental delays, in a variety of settings. Provide early intervention within the home. TheraCare offers our Child Developmental Specialist: • Competitive compensation and benefits including semi-monthly payments, • Strong supervision model - our experienced staff is here to help you, • Complimentary Applied Behavioral Analysis Intro Training Session, • Availability of clinical resources to aid in professional growth, • Caseload clustered in geographic area of your choice, • Work/life balance and autonomy – flexible schedules, • Professional development opportunities, • Opportunity for Employee Referral Bonuses, • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided Successful candidates will have excellent attention to detail regarding report submission, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have the ability to liaise and collaborate with professionals in various disciplines and at different levels in order to best advocate for needs of children and be willing to travel to various settings for service provision. Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution in a related health, human service or education field, as well as at least one year of professional experience with children ages birth – 3 with disabilities or developmental delays. If College Degree is in another field of study, candidates must have at least 6 credits in early childhood development and/or special education. Successful candidates will have excellent attention to detail regarding report submission, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have the ability to liaise and collaborate with professionals in various disciplines and at different levels in order to best advocate for needs of children and be willing to travel to various settings for service provision. For more than 30 years, TheraCare has been dedicated to setting the standards for excellence for multi-service healthcare, developmental and educational programs. Our philosophy reflects professionals working collaboratively with families, communities and children to maximize each child’s potential. TheraCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Job Description Job description About Us: Alpha & Omega Kids and Developmental Services LLC was founded to bridge the gap for children with Autism and developmental delays of all ages. Using evidence-based innovative interventions, our multi-disciplinary teams promote the well-being of children and their families in a collaborative effort. Our focus is family and person-centered utilizing culturally competent therapies that promote the strengths and functioning capacities of all consumers and their families. Alpha and Omega Kids respect the unique characteristics and wishes of the families they serve. Family and community advocacy, therapeutic services, and prevention are at the heart of our efforts. Our Mission: Our mission is to cut across all cultural barriers and languages while striving to integrate children with special needs into their communities. Advocacy for children with special needs is at the core of who we are. We aim at helping children reach their milestones, attain the goals that their parents wish for them, and therapeutically allow them to maximize their full potential in their natural environment. What is an RBT? A registered behavior technician supports and implements a patient care plan created by a board-certified behavior analyst. They provide ABA interventions that encourage socially acceptable replacement behaviors so clients can build and improve upon their communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills Responsibilities: · Provide 1:1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. · Accept and implement feedback provided by BCBA for program integrity. · Teach socially acceptable replacement behaviors. · Provide 1:1 ABA therapy for children with Autism and related disorders. · Communicate client progress with supervising BCBA. · Collect behavior data as specified in the client behavior support plan. · Implement behavior therapy techniques as instructed by the Behavioral Services Manager and Behavior Specialist. · Review data and progress reports with Behavioral Services Manager and Behavior Specialist to manage program improvements. · Document interventions and progress towards goals accurately and in a timely manner. · Assists in the creation of instructional materials Looking for availability in all boroughs Requirements: Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Registered Behavior Technician certification, as evidenced by completion of the RBT training course and examination and participation in the district-provided crisis intervention training. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Benefits: * Professional development assistance * Referral program Schedule: * 4 hour shift * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday License/Certification: * RBT Certification (Required) Work Location: In person

Job Description The Education Specialist is responsible for meeting the educational needs of youth ages 0 to 5 years old. Additionally, he/she is responsible for monitoring the developmental needs of youth in the early childhood stages, including but not limited to, making referrals as deemed necessary to Early Intervention and/or Committee on Pre-School Education (CPSE). Build and maintain healthy rapport with parent/guardians of youth. Develop and maintain professional relationships with NYC Department of Education, Committee on Pre-School Education liaisons, and Early Intervention liaison, NYC Administration for Children Services, and other school related partnerships. Title: Education Specialist Reports To: Special Services Supervisor, Family Foster Care Location: 7 West Burnside Avenue, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10453 Hours: 35 Hours/Week; Non-Exempt Major Duties: • Review new intakes and psychological screenings/evaluations for the assigned age group to ensure that developmental and/or educational concerns are addressed., • Assist parents/guardians and case planning team with initiating early intervention and/or CPSE evaluation processes., • Submit and monitor the progress of all referrals and evaluations for special education services and/or early intervention services for youth., • Provide continuous support and trainings to foster parents, parents, and case planning team as it relates to education and/or early intervention services for youth in foster care., • Serve as the agency liaison for school staff, early intervention, and guardians., • Attend and represent special services team at mandatory agency and ACS trainings, NYC DOE trainings to remain up to date on policies and procedures., • Maintain professional boundaries with youth, foster parents, parents, and staff., • Keep case records and education data information up to date and filed in the appropriate section of the case record., • Commit to working from a strength based prospective., • Document progress notes in Connections., • Outreach and maintain ongoing communication with foster parents and parents to ensure that they are aware of the youth’s educational and/or developmental needs and are communicating with school and/or early intervention personnel., • Attend and participate in IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plans), CPSE, and Turning 5 meetings., • Ensures that all documentation of services is obtained and filed in the appropriate education section of the case record., • Works with Advocates for Children and other outside organizations if legal or other advocacy is needed to ensure the child’s eligibility and access to early intervention and CPSE services., • Works with parents and foster parents to ensure that they are aware of the child’s educational needs and are engaged with the early intervention service coordinators and/or CPSE administrators., • Generates statistics and outcome information on education issues as required., • Effectively use and practice the Sanctuary Model tools: safety plans, community meetings, psycho-educational groups, team meetings, red flag reviews, treatment planning conferences (or similar) and self-care, when applicable, in the department/program to create a non-violent and trauma-sensitive culture., • Promote and model the seven Sanctuary Model commitments to create a non-violent and trauma-sensitive culture., • Bachelors degree required with at least 1year experience special education and early intervention, • Solid knowledge of the NYC public school system including education resources, children’s rights and DOE regulations/procedures., • Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred., • Experience with special education and early intervention, • Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of youth in care, • Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team, • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel, • Excellent written, communication. And organizational skills General Requirements: All staff is expected to be committed to the mission, vision, and values of Good Shepherd Services, which includes involvement in quality improvement activities and a willingness to work within a culturally diverse environment. Good Shepherd Services is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, participants, volunteers, subcontractors, and vendors. We do not and shall 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 its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Job Description Position Summary Hamilton-Madison House’s Early Childhood Education Program supports and enhances the existing strengths of family child care through programs that promote continuous and responsive relationships, strengthen early learning skills, build resilience, and lay the foundation for all future learning. Hamilton-Madison House views family childcare as a respected and valued profession within the early care and education system in New York City. The Educational Specialist will develop and implement an innovative Education Programs for the Family Child Care Network Staff and Child Care Providers utilizing knowledge of recent development in the Field of Early Childhood Education, while demonstrating respect for the homes, and varied cultural backgrounds of these families and the children the Program serves (particularly as it relates to the proper education of children in low-income families). This position reports to the Network Director and the Education Director Responsibilities: * Develop culturally competent and engaging education programs that demonstrate an understanding of adolescent developmental stages and principles of early childhood education * Regular Travel required to family childcare provider homes including bi-weekly visits to provider homes designed to offer guidance and support to program participants and families * Participate in regular staff meetings to review and discuss program updates, individual providers and families, and coordinate all services. * Participate in Network staff professional learning sessions * Assist in ongoing outreach, enrollment, and all other administrative tasks * Supporting all FCC affiliated providers. * Support the Network Director in updating family information in the Network database * Work closely with the Family Childcare Network Director to coordinate staff meetings and educational workshops. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field * Minimum of 1 year of experience working with toddlers and/or infants (Experience with Headstart or Family child care is a plus! ) * Must be experienced in teaching strategies GOLD and lesson planning * Demonstrates a commitment to collaboration and an appreciation for the unique needs of all providers and families * Bilingual in English and Spanish, Mandarin, or Cantonese * Ability to frequently travel on public transportation or utilize own transportation for required site travel * Basic computer literacy and Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office * Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects and deadlines Compensation: $45,000-$48,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Salary based on credentials with DC 37 Local 205, union position with generous benefits Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours a week including some evening hours Hamilton-Madison House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Provide on-going training and personal assistance to Community Habilitation participants with disabilities with the intent of promoting independence and community inclusion. Work with minimal supervision, provide training, role modeling, structured routines and specialized assistance as outlined in each participant’s habilitation plan. As much as possible, routines will be individualized, based on the participant’s choice of activities and aimed at empowerment and inclusion in the community. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Community Habilitation Specialist will include but are not limited to the following: • Adhere to ethical principles including the agency’s mission statement and the standards of conduct., • Provide support to participant in choosing and participating in a variety of meaningful recreational, vocational, and daily living skills activities based on participant desires, parameters of the program, and their individualized community habilitation plan., • Assess the interests, abilities, strengths and limitations of the people we support., • Follow dietary guidelines as directed in habilitation plan., • Provide personal care consistent with participants skill level and as outlined in the habilitation plan (including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, laundry, etc.)., • Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to the people we support., • Work with supervisors and co-workers to meet program needs., • Develop an appropriate rapport and work effectively with the circle of support of the people we support., • Keep written and verbal information shared with team members regarding a participant confidential in accordance with HIPPA regulations., • Work with other service providers within the community in a professional manner., • Participate in regular staff meetings and required trainings., • Carry out responsibilities as assigned by the program manager (i.e., doctor’s appointments, religious observances, banking, budgeting, session notes, goal plans, etc.)., • Utilize pro-active approach to avert crisis situations., • Utilize on-call supervisor to receive instruction and report emergency situations., • Provide opportunity and advocacy in the areas of continuing education, technology access, communication systems and emotional well-being., • Research community resources and provide linkage to increase inclusion within the community of the people we support., • Foster independence and autonomy., • Other duties as assigned. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to read, write and speak English., • Computer literacy at a level that will accommodate training in and utilization of Electronic Medical Record software., • Ability to implement a prompting hierarchy and write observant and detailed notes for each session performed by employee., • Flexible schedule to meet participants needs., • Willing to travel to the homes of the people we support or meet them in the community., • Successful completion of required in-service training., • Must participate and meet established requirements in a date base check through the Division of Criminal Justice Services as defined by the State of New York, Office of People with Developmental Disabilities, and Chapter 575 of the Laws of 2004., • Must participate in successful database checks through the State Central Registry of Child Abuse and Maltreatment, HHS Office of Inspector General, Excluded Parties List System, New York Office of Medicaid Inspector General and Specially Designated Nationals. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • High school diploma required., • Some college and experience working with people with disabilities preferred. COMPENSATION: $20.25/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees. At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. SUMMARY Provide on-going training and personal assistance to Community Habilitation participants with disabilities with the intent of promoting independence and community inclusion. Work with minimal supervision, provide training, role modeling, structured routines and specialized assistance as outlined in each participant’s habilitation plan. As much as possible, routines will be individualized, based on the participant’s choice of activities and aimed at empowerment and inclusion in the community. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Community Habilitation Specialist will include but are not limited to the following: • Adhere to ethical principles including the agency’s mission statement and the standards of conduct., • Provide support to participant in choosing and participating in a variety of meaningful recreational, vocational, and daily living skills activities based on participant desires, parameters of the program, and their individualized community habilitation plan., • Assess the interests, abilities, strengths and limitations of the people we support., • Follow dietary guidelines as directed in habilitation plan., • Provide personal care consistent with participants skill level and as outlined in the habilitation plan (including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, laundry, etc.)., • Demonstrate sensitivity and responsiveness to the people we support., • Work with supervisors and co-workers to meet program needs., • Develop an appropriate rapport and work effectively with the circle of support of the people we support., • Keep written and verbal information shared with team members regarding a participant confidential in accordance with HIPPA regulations., • Work with other service providers within the community in a professional manner., • Participate in regular staff meetings and required trainings., • Carry out responsibilities as assigned by the program manager (i.e., doctor’s appointments, religious observances, banking, budgeting, session notes, goal plans, etc.)., • Utilize pro-active approach to avert crisis situations., • Utilize on-call supervisor to receive instruction and report emergency situations., • Provide opportunity and advocacy in the areas of continuing education, technology access, communication systems and emotional well-being., • Research community resources and provide linkage to increase inclusion within the community of the people we support., • Foster independence and autonomy., • Other duties as assigned. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Ability to read, write and speak English., • Computer literacy at a level that will accommodate training in and utilization of Electronic Medical Record software., • Ability to implement a prompting hierarchy and write observant and detailed notes for each session performed by employee., • Flexible schedule to meet participants needs., • Willing to travel to the homes of the people we support or meet them in the community., • Successful completion of required in-service training., • Must participate and meet established requirements in a date base check through the Division of Criminal Justice Services as defined by the State of New York, Office of People with Developmental Disabilities, and Chapter 575 of the Laws of 2004., • Must participate in successful database checks through the State Central Registry of Child Abuse and Maltreatment, HHS Office of Inspector General, Excluded Parties List System, New York Office of Medicaid Inspector General and Specially Designated Nationals. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • High school diploma required., • Some college and experience working with people with disabilities preferred. COMPENSATION: $20.25/hour (after probation) + Industry-Leading Benefits for all full-time employees. At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description As a Performance/Youth Soccer Strength and Conditioning Coach, you will play a crucial role in helping young soccer players develop the physical attributes and skills necessary to excel in the sport while minimizing the risk of injuries. The job description for this role typically includes the following responsibilities and duties. Assessment and Evaluation: • Conduct initial fitness assessments to determine each player's current physical condition., • Identify strengths and weaknesses in players' fitness levels, mobility, and overall athleticism., • Monitor players' progress throughout the season and adjust training programs accordingly. Design Training Programs: • Prepare, conduct and deliver preseason, during season and post season fitness plan, • Develop individualized strength and conditioning programs tailored to the specific needs and goals for our teams and individual player, • Instruct players on proper weightlifting and resistance training techniques., • Supervise strength training sessions to ensure safety and technique., • Design aerobic and anaerobic conditioning drills to improve players' endurance, speed, and agility., • Implement injury prevention programs to reduce the risk of common soccer-related injuries, such as sprains, strains, and overuse injuries., • Educate players on the importance of warm-ups, cool-downs, and proper recovery techniques., • Provide basic nutritional guidance to players, emphasizing the importance of a balanced diet for optimal performance and recovery., • Encourage and motivate players to stay committed to their training programs., • Maintain open and effective communication with players, parents, and coaching staff regarding progress and goals., • Stay updated on the latest trends and research in strength and conditioning, sports science, and soccer-specific training techniques., • Ensure the safety of players during training sessions, including the proper use of equipment and monitoring for signs of overtraining or fatigue. Compliance: • Adhere to any relevant regulations or guidelines set by governing bodies, leagues, or organizations overseeing youth soccer programs. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Performance, or a related field (Master’s preferred)., • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), NASM-PES, or equivalent nationally recognized certification., • Experience working with youth athletes, preferably in a soccer or team sport environment., • Strong understanding of youth physical development principles, including growth and maturation considerations., • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills., • Ability to work evenings and weekends according to the club’s training and competition schedule., • Problem Solving: Ability to analyze and solve complex problems related to job tasks and responsibilities., • Decision Making: Capability to make informed decisions independently or as part of a team., • Attention to Detail: Ability to focus on and accurately complete tasks that require precision and attention to detail., • Memory: Capacity to retain and recall information relevant to job duties., • Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the use of assistive technology or alternative communication methods when necessary., • Extended Hours: Willing and able to work irregular hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays., • Commitment to Young People: Demonstrates a commitment to supporting the development of young people through specific actions and behaviors., • Goal Achievement: Enjoys finding new ways to achieve goals and demonstrates this through specific examples., • Challenge Overcoming: Likes to overcome challenges and can provide examples of how they have done so in the past., • Belonging: Believes in the importance of belonging and fosters an inclusive environment., • Collaboration: Enjoys collaborating with people from different geographies and cultural backgrounds., • Wellbeing: Considers own wellbeing as key and takes steps to maintain it., • Composure: Remains composed when faced with conflicting demands by prioritizing tasks and communicating clearly., • Status Quo Challenge: Challenges the status quo and suggests improvements., • Adaptability: Open to doing things differently and trying new approaches., • Determination: Shows determination in overcoming difficulties., • Compassion and Empathy: Demonstrates compassion and empathy towards others and their situation., • Authentic Communication: Communicates messages authentically, honestly, and with confidence., • Adaptive Interaction: Adapts style and manner of interaction to build relationships with different people., • Partnership: Works in partnership with people across the organization to achieve results., • Cultural Awareness: Understands their own cultural identity, values, beliefs, and biases., • Cultural Sensitivity: Is aware of the differing cultural identity, values, and beliefs of others, • Cultural Adaptation: Considers the appropriateness of own actions in different cultural contexts and adapts behavior accordingly. Preferred Qualifications • Previous experience in an academy or elite youth sports setting., • First Aid and CPR certification., • Experience with sports technology (GPS, heart rate monitors, athlete management systems). N/A

Job Description Partnership for Children of Essex (PCE) is a private non-profit care management organization (CMO) dedicated to assisting youth with complex needs that include: emotional/behavioral, intellectual/developmental and substance use. PCE is a part of New Jersey's Children's System of Care. PCE utilizes a Wraparound model of care while working in partnership with youth and families to design and implement a plan of care that is specific to the youth's individual strengths and needs. PCE is committed to keeping youth safe in their home, school, and community. Partnership for Children of Essex (PCE) is currently seeking a Medicaid Presumptive Eligibility (PE) Specialist. Qualified Candidates will be able to do the following: • Assist with reviewing eligibility documents and calculate household income to determine initial and continuing eligibility for Medicaid coverage in accordance with federal, state, and agency regulations., • Record and track Medicaid eligibility upon admission and ongoing basis., • Assist Care Managers and management in gathering additional information as it relates to Presumptive Eligibility/Medicaid enrollment., • Track various systems to conduct searches for initial applications, redetermination, and pending applications., • Effective communication with families and Medicaid by phone and written correspondence., • Ability to explain program requirements and procedures to Caregivers., • Ability to enter data via internal and external databases with high regard to accuracy., • Counseling families regarding program eligibility requirements and their rights and responsibilities., • Participate in staff meetings and training workshops., • Provide quality customer service to families., • Coordinate, prepare, and distribute appropriate communications to Caregivers., • Maintain, secure, and safeguard confidential information., • Gather and analyze documents received for authenticity, validity, and accuracy., • Strong verbal and written communication skills., • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations., • Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills., • Strong attention to detail., • Strong organizational skills., • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment., • Ability to perform intermediate-level math., • Ability to enter data with a high degree of speed and accuracy., • Ability to meet productivity standards within established timelines., • Knowledge of Medicaid eligibility., • High school diploma required; associate degree preferred, • Experience in human services preferred, • Bilingual in Spanish, Portuguese, or Creole a plus. The Partnership for Children of Essex (PCE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a pathway for hope and improving the quality of life for youth and their families. Excellent benefits including medical, dental & vision, 403(b), generous PTO, life insurance, flexible schedule. PCE is An Equal Opportunity Employer- M/F/D/V

Job Description Belief in Every Student's Promise At Opportunity Charter School (OCS), we hold a steadfast belief that every student can excel, irrespective of their learning differences. Beyond academic support, we are committed to offering comprehensive social-emotional support. Each grade level benefits from a designated social worker, learning specialist, and culture team member, ensuring a holistic approach to addressing our students' needs. Our overarching objective is to guide each student and equip them with a well-established academic and social foundation, as well as a profound understanding of their individual strengths and challenges. Position Summary Opportunity Charter School is actively seeking a dynamic and well-versed teacher who can effectively cater to the diverse needs of our exceptional student body. The ideal candidate will excel in cultivating strong, trusting relationships with students, fostering a welcoming and secure learning environment that promotes academic risk-taking. OCS teachers are data-driven and possess the skill to identify and address the individual needs of their students. We are searching for a dedicated individual who not only understands but also passionately advocates for our school's vision in every interaction with stakeholders. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Opportunity Charter School is not able to provide Visa sponsorship. Responsibilities: • Demonstrate enthusiasm for the subject matter and a genuine passion for fostering a love of learning in students., • Engage in reflective practices, continually evaluating and refining teaching methods to enhance effectiveness., • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create, implement, and regularly review individualized education plans for students with special needs., • Design and implement instructional plans aligned with curriculum standards, ensuring relevance and engagement for students., • Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse learning styles and abilities of students with special needs., • Lead an advisory group and oversee the implementation of our social-emotional curriculum within that class., • Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, implementing effective behavior management strategies as needed., • Handle conflicts or challenges within the classroom, promoting a respectful and supportive learning community using restorative practices., • Conduct assessments to evaluate students' academic and developmental levels, and regularly monitor and document progress, and adjust teaching strategies accordingly., • Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other staff members to ensure the utilization of best practices with students., • Stay informed about current trends, research, and best practices in education through ongoing professional development., • Demonstrate teamwork, actively modeling cooperation and helpfulness for students., • Incorporate relevant technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences, promoting digital literacy skills., • Effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues, keeping them informed about progress, expectations, and any concerns. Benefits • Teachers' Retirement System of the City of New York Pension (The same pension plan that is provided by the NYCDOE), • OCS is one of only a few charter schools that offer TRS, • Opportunities for Per Session Pay, • Health Insurance, • Paid Time Off, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • Life Insurance & AD&D, • Short & Long Term Disability, • Flexible Spending Account, • Commuter Benefits, • OCS participates in NYPFL Starting Salary: $62,505.00 - $88,498.00 per year Requirements: • Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree preferred., • NY State Teacher certification (preferred)., • 8 hour shift

Job Description Belief in Every Student's Promise At Opportunity Charter School (OCS), we hold a steadfast belief that every student can excel, irrespective of their learning differences. Beyond academic support, we are committed to offering comprehensive social-emotional support. Each grade level benefits from a designated social worker, learning specialist, and culture team member, ensuring a holistic approach to addressing our students' needs. Our overarching objective is to guide each student and equip them with a well-established academic and social foundation, as well as a profound understanding of their individual strengths and challenges. Position Summary Opportunity Charter School is actively seeking a dynamic and well-versed learning specialist who can effectively cater to the diverse needs of our exceptional student body. The ideal candidate will excel in cultivating strong, trusting relationships with students, fostering a welcoming and secure learning environment that promotes academic risk-taking. Additionally, they should possess experience in formulating and implementing meaningful Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Serving as an invaluable asset to our staff, the learning specialist will play a pivotal role in ensuring classroom differentiation. We are searching for a dedicated individual who not only understands but also passionately advocates for our school's vision in every interaction with stakeholders. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Opportunity Charter School is not able to provide sponsorship. Responsibilities: • Demonstrate enthusiasm for special education and a genuine passion for fostering a love of learning in students., • Collaborate with general education teachers regarding the educational, social, emotional, and physical needs of each student., • Co-teach and plan with assigned teachers to create and implement effective and differentiated instruction, • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create, implement, and regularly review individualized education plans for students with special needs., • Design and implement instructional plans aligned with curriculum standards, ensuring relevance and engagement for students., • Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the diverse learning styles and abilities of students with special needs., • Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, implementing effective behavior management strategies as needed., • Handle conflicts or challenges within the classroom, promoting a respectful and supportive learning community using restorative practices, • Conduct assessments to evaluate students' academic and developmental levels, and regularly monitor and document progress, and adjust teaching strategies accordingly., • Lead an advisory group and oversee the implementation of our social-emotional curriculum within that class., • Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other staff members to ensure the utilization of best practices with students., • Stay informed about current trends, research, and best practices in education through ongoing professional development., • Demonstrate teamwork, actively modeling cooperation and helpfulness for students, • Incorporate relevant technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences, promoting digital literacy skills., • Effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues, keeping them informed about progress, expectations, and any concerns. Benefits • Teachers' Retirement System of the City of New York Pension (The same pension plan that is provided by the NYCDOE), • OCS is one of only a few charter schools that offer TRS, • Opportunities for Per Session Pay, • Health Insurance, • Paid Time Off, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • Life Insurance & AD&D, • Short & Long Term Disability, • Flexible Spending Account, • Commuter Benefits, • OCS participates in NYPFL Starting Salary: $62,505.00 - $88,498.00 per year Requirements: • Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree preferred., • NY State Teacher certification (preferred)., • 8 hour shift

Job DescriptionDescription: Why Join ADAPT? It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees show their commitment to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities. For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training, competitive benefits, and we foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration and career growth. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Residence Program Specialist will include, but are not limited to the following: • Provides care and assists with personal development and independence of the people we support., • Ensures that all measures for safety and well-being are maintained at highest level., • Trains the people we support in activities of daily living and in development of self-help and social skills., • Maintains a personalized, homelike atmosphere in the residential facility., • Attends weekly staff meetings as well as any other assigned meetings and in-service training., • Prepares concise written reports including Incident Reports, Progress Notes and other reports as assigned., • Responds to crisis situations and medical emergencies, including accidents by taking quick and decisive action., • Ensures actions are conducted in a manner that prevents abuse and reports observations of co-workers who may be abusive in accordance with established procedures., • Administers appropriate first aid based on visible symptoms and medical history in accordance with established guidelines and accepted first aid practices., • Summons police, fire, ambulance or other emergency personnel if situation warrants it., • If emergency has caused a person we support to exhibit behavior that is threatening or dangerous, in accordance with OPWDD approved Behavior Management guidelines, may have to provide strategies for crisis intervention and prevention., • Provides transportation for the people we support in agency vehicles to and from work, shopping, programs, doctor’s appointments, etc., • Assists with meal planning and preparation as well as with purchasing of food and supplies., • Demonstrates and understanding of and implements behavioral programs., • Participates fully as a member of interdisciplinary plan., • Maintains an ongoing informal exchange of information. Maintains written logs for recording daily activities., • Performs housekeeping, cooking, laundry, light maintenance and light preventative maintenance duties as needed in order to maintain a safe and homelike environment., • Supervises any other activities as may be necessary in order to maintain quality of program., • Dispenses prescribed medications to residents after successful completion of medication administration course and in line with Agency protocol. AMAP’s are supervised by residence nurse in all areas related to medication administration., • Attends to personal hygiene needs of the people we support, i.e. toileting, bathing and changing as situation warrants., • Handles all person specific documents in a secure and confidential manner., • Provides guidance to Residence Program Specialists in absence of Residence Manager and/or Case Manager., • Directs all important situations, inquiries and concerns which do not fall under Residence Manager, Case Manager and Program Director., • Participates in orientation of new staff by modeling direct services in program., • Prepares work schedules and assign shifts to Residence Program Specialists as requested., • Performs related duties as requested. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Valid New York State Driver’s License and must maintain it in good standing., • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English., • Good oral and written communication skills, • Good interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, employees, the people we support, and their families., • High School Diploma or GED, • Two years of related experience is preferred. At ADAPT, we value diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging. We strive to ensure that our employees are comfortable bringing their whole, authentic self to work and that the people we support can also be their authentic selves. We value diverse backgrounds, opinions, ideas, and ways of thinking. We aim to build an inclusive and diverse workforce that is empowered and supported with leaders who create diverse and inclusive teams. We continuously seek opportunities for the organization to foster a more positive, respected, united, and collaborative culture. ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and status are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

Job Description Northeast Family Services is seeking a Autism Specialist Professional / Behavior Therapist to join our growing New Hampshire team! FFS - Fee For Service - Position Make your own schedule! Part-Time schedule on YOUR TIME! Please note this position requires travel to Littleton NH location The Autism Specialist Professional will be responsible for the implementation of clients’ behavior support plans to decrease problematic behavior, and the provision of ABA-based instruction to promote development of new skills, at the direction of their supervising BCBA. The Autism Specialist Professional will monitor client behavior, collect data on client behavior and skill acquisition, and report the data back to supervising BCBA. The Autism Specialist Professional will work collaboratively with the supervising BCBA, either in-person or via a telehealth modality, and the client’s family, to support meaningful changes in client behavior. Qualifications: ● A high school diploma or a GED ● At least two years of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities ● At least 18 years of age ● Pass a criminal background check ● Valid driver’s license with reliable and consistent access to a vehicle ● Availability to work after school and evening hours ● Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills ● Experience in applied settings implementing behavioral interventions preferred ● Effective written and verbal communication skills ● A compassionate approach to care ABA Benefits: ● Northeast Family Services offers high-quality supervision of fieldwork experience for candidates seeking the BCBA or BCaBA credentials. A two-year contract is offered following successful completion of fieldwork experience. ● Northeast Family Services supports uncertified in obtaining the Registered Behavior Technician credential by offering RBT 40 hour training, initial competency assessment, ongoing skills-based supervision, and a $100 bonus upon obtaining RBT credential. ● Hands on training, with ongoing clinical support from supervising BCBA ● Access to multiple, free monthly professional development and training activities on a rotation of relevant topics and skills ● Individualized supervision, focused on achievement of professional goals and skill advancement ● Access to company technology, with productivity agreement of 20+ hours/week ● Tuition reimbursement program available to eligible employees ● Flexible schedule, built to meet staff needs ● Minimum commitment of 10 hours per week, with possibility of up to 20 hours Compensation: ● Up to $20 per hour, depending upon experience

Job DescriptionCompany Description AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated. Job Description AHRC NYC is looking for a Full-time Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) for their Residential division in the Bronx to provide diagnostic evaluation, testing and treatment services as a member of departmental or inter-departmental interdisciplinary teams, as well as complete behavior support plans for individuals receiving support from AHRC New York City. Salary Full-Time position: $62,000-$78,000 per year depending on licenses, certifications and experience. In addition, this position comes with a very generous and comprehensive benefit package. See Benefit information below. Position Responsibilities: • Performs all duties necessary to ensure compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping., • Conducts other related tasks as needed or required., • Completes pre-admission evaluations, annual psychological status assessments, and periodic diagnostic testing, as well assists in completion of/completes behavior support plans as part of an interdisciplinary team and subsequently assists in implementation and monitoring of support plan initiatives., • Engages individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed., • Coordinates psychological care and behavioral programs with families or residential settings or other relevant stakeholders in the individual’s service provision., • Provides crisis intervention, as well as instructs staff in appropriate techniques for handling behavior management problems., • Interprets psychological behavioral problems and test findings to direct care staff and provides in-service training in areas such as behavior modification and physical intervention., • Attends interdisciplinary team meetings, as appropriate, providing input particularly on individuals with identified or emerging behavior management issues., • Accurately and timely maintains appropriate service records for individuals supported.Qualifications, • Masters degree from a program in a clinical or treatment field of psychology, social work, school psychology, or applied psychology, or a Masters degree in Behavior Analysis and Board Certification in ABA, or a NY State License in Mental Health Counseling., • At least 2 years of experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities (including creating, implementing and monitoring behavioral support plans) and/or providing supervision and training to others in the implementation of behavioral support plans necessary., • Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills., • Demonstrated effectiveness in overseeing administrative tasks related to regulatory mandates and program service operations., • Proven capacity to work productively in highly collaborative settings and to coordinate needs of multiple stakeholders., • Flexibility to operate in a rapidly-changing work environment, with ability to adapt and be sensitive to organizational culture., • Committed and collegial team worker., • Demonstrable passion for the agency’s mission. Additional Information Benefits: • Low cost quality Medical Insurance, • Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation), • Paid Training, • Dental insurance, • Vision insurance, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Referral program, • 403(b) retirement plan, • 403(b) company match, • Life insurance, • Employee discount All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Description Location Manhattan 10023 Schedule Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm | Full-time Morning/AM | 40-hours Essential Job Functions Specialized Medical Specialist tasks: • Make medical appointments for consumers., • Arranges or provides transportation to medical appointments for consumers., • Upon return from a medical appointment, checks to see if the consumer has medication order, new medications, or a future medical appointment., • Completes the appropriate medical summary records in the consumer’s chart. Completes a summary record of medical visits in the nursing communication log and updates the appointment record log., • Places a copy of the medical summary reports in the medical professional staffs’ mailboxes., • When on duty, ensures that medications are ordered, documented in the medication administration form, or discharged as ordered. When not on duty, checks the medication administration performance of the AMAPs upon return to work., • Checks medications and medical supplies twice a week to ensure that a five-day supply of medications is on hand and that medical supplies are in sufficient quantity to support the medication program., • Files consumer medical records in accordance with Agency policy., • Conducts monthly checks of the consumers’ weight and records the results on appropriate records., • Receives medications from medication suppliers, checks the medications against doctor’s orders, and records new medications on appropriate forms. Medical Specialists are expected to be able to perform all duties of a Direct Support Professional as assigned. Duties may be performed in several or all of the following areas: Personal Care • Teaches and reinforces accepted infection control and personal grooming techniques; assists in bathing, dental care, hair and nail care, personal hygiene, toileting, incontinence care, menstrual care, and grooming routines as necessary., • Teaches and assists individuals in dressing, clothing selection, storage, laundering and repair of clothing and accessories; helps them to shop for clothing., • Teaches and assists in proper use and care of shavers and razors, eyeglasses, hearing aids, prostheses as prescribed by appropriate medical practitioner., • Administers and teaches individuals first aid treatments; administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques and performs other health-related techniques as required., • Takes, records, reports temperatures, blood pressures, pulse rate, weight, and other significant symptoms/health-related occurrences; aids developmentally disabled individuals in understanding, recording, and reporting such factors., • Maintains confidentiality of information., • Reports unusual incidents and physical or behavioral symptoms promptly and accurately to the supervisor., • Applies valid and accepted limits for inappropriate behavior and helps control and restrain individuals with challenging behaviors in their care., • Administers prescribed medications and treatments; teaches, observes, reports problems and progress in self-administration of medications programs; assists individuals in achieving more independence in administration of medications; teaches use of skin care lotions, topical ointments, eye and ear drops and assists in their use as needed., • Assists individuals in eating who cannot feed themselves independently., • Teaches individuals to eat in a family-style setting; models and teaches mealtime socialization skills. Under the direction of the appropriate level supervisor, the Direct Support Professional performs various tasks and duties to assure that the living environment is properly maintained and kept in a clean, neat and orderly condition. • Performs/teaches developmentally disabled individuals routine housekeeping duties such as dusting, washing floors and walls, cleaning bathrooms, and vacuuming rugs., • Assists developmentally disabled individuals in bed making., • Follows safety procedures in living unit by mopping up spills, reporting unsafe conditions, teaches and reinforces fire safety procedures. Checks to see that fire exits are clear, night-lights and exit signs on, windows locked, etc., • Stores supply and assure that storage areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition., • Responsible for storage and replacement of linens., • May assist in various household inventories., • Performs/teaches minor and routine maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, fuses, replacement of faucet washers; and obtains repair services for appliances., • Performs/teaches routine removal of trash, cleaning of trash containers, ashtrays, etc., • Teaches/performs outdoor maintenance tasks and repairs of residence, yard, garden, walks; reports need for or obtain repair services for automobiles, vans, mowers, etc., • Checks fire equipment and report any malfunction., • Teach and reinforces use of a variety of communication skills., • Guides individuals through motor exercises designed to increase physical coordinative functions., • Teaches and reinforce principles of human growth and development, including human sexuality, as determined by each person's developmental level and program plan., • Teaches acceptable work habits, e.g., punctuality, dress and grooming, to enable individuals to develop readiness for work outside the home, or in support of individuals' habilitative goals., • Accompanies developmentally disabled individuals to community activities including worksites, cultural, religious and social events, day programs, and visits to health practitioners; aids them in developing awareness and use of community resources and in interacting with others., • Provides support for maximum community integration., • Transports/arranges for transport of individuals to community events; and aids them in development of their mobility skills., • Maintains an adequate supply of and accounting of personal clothing and possessions., • Teaches money management principles to developmentally disabled individuals; and completes/aids in completion of banking activities., • Provides an accurate accounting of all financial transactions made on behalf of individuals in their care., • Helps developmentally disabled individuals to develop/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with their peers, with others in their families, and with others in the community. Aids in explaining feelings, resolving conflicts, teaching/reinforcing acceptable means of dissipating frustration, and anger., • If pets are in the home, teaches/assists with their feeding, grooming, and care., • Teach/supervises/participates in a variety of leisure and recreational activities, crafts projects, seasonal and permanent home decoration; assists in planning, supervising and conducting holiday celebrations selected by consumers and staff., • May accompany developmentally disabled individuals to dances, camping trips, swimming, horseback riding, basketball, or other sports; assists in selection and teaching of appropriate community inclusion leisure activities., • Observes and reports on behavior and specific responses to programming, medication, interpersonal relationships, etc., • Actively participates at staff meetings by communicating observations concerning progress and reaction to various therapy programs., • At meetings, may suggest alternative programs or procedures based on experience with the individual’s habilitation plan., • Records all significant behavioral responses in prescribed format., • Participates in the development of individual program and habilitation plans., • May be asked to assist in the orientation and training of other staff., • Committed to active promotion of ICL values and goals., • Knowledge of policies and procedures of OPWDD, as well as state and federal regulations as they apply to the care and treatment of the developmentally disabled., • Knowledge of active treatment programs as they relate to the developmentally disabled., • Currently SCIP-R certified or able to become certified within six months of hire., • Currently CPR and First Aid certified or able to become certified within six months, • Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely. Qualifications and Experience High school diploma or GED and at least one year experience in providing direct services to adults with mental retardation and/or developmental disabilities or closely related experience. Currently AMAP certified. Current clean New York State driver's license required. Must maintain AMAP certification in order to maintain employment as Medical Specialist Preferred Education and/or Experience Direct Care experience with people with mental and/or physical disabilities; current SCIP-R, CPR/SFA certified.

Job DescriptionJoin a Team Where Your Work Truly Makes a Difference! Safe Children, Stable Families, Successful Lives. At CMCS (Cardinal McCloskey Community Services), our mission is to protect, empower and promote independence for at-risk children and families and those with developmental disabilities through quality community based services. Are you passionate about helping children achieve permanency with family members? The Kinship Guardianship Assistance Program (KinGAP) provides critical support to relatives who step up to care for children in need. As a KinGAP Specialist, you will play a key role in guiding families and staff through the KinGAP process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of applications and documentation. Responsibilities: • Confirm eligibility requirements for KinGAP families by reviewing applications, expense agreements, and supporting documentation for accuracy., • Assist case planners and supervisors in determining appropriate documentation for Kinship Guardianship subsidy applications., • Provide one-on-one support to case planners and supervisors on program requirements and best practices for completing KinGAP packages., • Liaise with staff to offer guidance, recommendations, and follow-ups on KinGAP submissions., • Maintain meticulous documentation and case files; develop Excel spreadsheets and ticklers for reminders and follow-ups., • Collaborate with case planning teams to identify potential KinGAP cases and gather necessary information., • Work with home finding staff to expedite kinship home approvals within required timeframes., • Attend Family Team Conferences (FTCs) for children with a goal change to KinGAP guardianship., • Confer with prospective KinGAP families to provide program overviews and obtain signatures and notarizations., • Gather documents and complete KinGAP applications for submission to ACS; coordinate with agency attorneys for court filings., • Track and monitor the status of KinGAP applications; troubleshoot delays and ensure timely processing., • Participate in KinGAP and related trainings.Requirements:, • BA/BSW and 2 years of Human Services experience required., • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred., • Experience in Child Welfare and/or Office of Mental Health System preferred., • Strong verbal and written communication skills., • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • 403(b) Retirement Plan, • Generous Paid Time Off #HR24S #HR24B Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Join our dedicated team in a rewarding role as a Quality Assurance Specialist for OPWDD Programs within a non-profit organization focused on improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Support quality improvement initiatives, staff training programs, and sati

Job Description JOB SUMMARY A registered professional nurse is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual or potential health problems through such services as case finding, health teaching, and health counseling; nurses provide interventions supportive to or restorative of life and well-being; and execute medical regimens prescribed by a physician, dentist or other licensed health care provider. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: List all essential job duties. (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties unless this causes undue hardship to the agency.) To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions unless this causes undue hardship to the agency. · Participates in the pre-admission evaluation study and plan; the evaluation study, program design and placement of the resident at the time of admission to the SUD’s clinic; the periodic reevaluation of the type, extent and quality of services and programming; and the development of discharge plans and referral to appropriate community resources · Based on a comprehensive review of the client's overall condition, prepares, continually reviews and evaluates plans of nursing intervention to ensure that such interventions are consistent with the client's comprehensive treatment plan. Ensures, plans of nursing intervention include consideration of the client's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs, and primary language. · Develop treatment plans, in conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team, consisting of an evaluation of the nursing needed and selection of nursing procedures and practices, which will best serve the clients' health care needs. · Develops, nursing assessment to reflect holistic needs of each client with consideration of his/her psychological, physiological, social, ethnic, cultural, educational and spiritual strengths and needs. · Oversees the direct implementation of nursing care to ensure that it is carried out in accordance with the plan of nursing intervention, and overall treatment/service plan, and to ascertain if the needs of the client require modification of the plan. · Coordinates nursing care activities with other professional disciplines to ensure that the nursing plan is consistent with and integrated with the total treatment/service plan and SUD Assessments · Participates at team meetings and provides nursing input on the development and implementation of treatment/service plans. · Conduct in-service training with regard to personal hygiene, medication administration, family life and sex education. Supervise medication administration practicums and sign off on medication administration monthly. · Control communicable diseases and infections through: identification and assessment, reporting to medical authorities, and implementation of appropriate protective and preventive measures. · Record on the clients' medical records nursing observations and action taken, such as nursing care given, medications and treatments given, reactions to treatments, tests, the intake and output of fluids and solids and the resident's vital signs. Record nursing needs of clients. · Modify the nursing plan, in terms of the clients' daily needs, at least annually for adults in accordance with developmental and medical changes. · Be available for on-call duty. · Work with all consulting and/or contracted medical service providers to in-sure appropriateness of service & to insure that recommended treatments are appropriate and are carried out, integrated and documented into the treatment plan. · Ensure that the inventory standards for medicines, solutions, supplies and equipment are maintained to meet nursing care needs. · Account for the issuance of controlled drugs and narcotics and inventories of these drugs. · Ensures client protection from health hazards such as transmission of infectious organisms, isolation of infected clients and use of properly sterilized equipment when its use is necessary. · Provide appropriate information to the client and family about such areas as sustaining and preventive health care, personal hygiene, methods of family or self-treatments, self-medication and possible side effects of medications. · Serve as liaison, client's interpreter with outside health services providers and escort clients to services as needed. · Train designated staff, by way of demonstrations and written and oral instructions, in the performance of select nursing techniques and the use of nursing equipment, and client specific condition trainings. · Provides health education/teaching for clients and their families. · Participates in risk management and quality assurance concerning health related issues. · Provides emergency care and crisis intervention · Accesses medications and observes and records effects and side effects. · Participates in professional activities to improve personal skills and knowledge. · Provides Nurse Vacation coverage, phone availability during workday hours, and a minimum of one site visit at covering site, for Nurse Responsibility review and weekly reporting. · Integrated Services Nursing Triage Service - After Hours, Weekends, and Holiday’s (5pm – 9am) – On a pre-determined rotation, across all Division Nurses · Performs other related duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities of the Residential Nurse in the Integrated Division · Follow up on all Medical Doctor recommendations following every appointment · Ensure follow up on all medication changes, making sure the order has been sent to the pharmacy, Medication Administration Review has been updated, medication change log updates, bright colored posting of information has been placed and the information transcribed in the AMAP communication log · Conducting weekly medical meetings (to occur every Wednesday) · Review all consults and ensuring compliance with all recommendations · Ensure the updating of the Appointment Tracking Log as it is an Integrated Division System · Complete SUD Nurse Progress Note and filing all consults once the progress note has been written · Review and edit MARS Monthly upon delivery · Schedule and conduct all recertification pouring’s · Ensure all medication supplies of each consumer is present and labeled according to doctors’ orders · Ensure the consumer’s Medication Administration Review is updates according with all medication changes, neatly organized with formularies and doctor’s order attached · At least once per week, conduct a full 100% audit of all clients’ medication and document results on the Integrated Division Medication Regimen Review Checklist. Follow up on any discrepancies immediately. · Ensuring an adequate refill supply at all times by logging into refill alert and communicating with the pharmacy and medical doctor as necessary · Team members include: Manager, Assistant manager, QIDP, Medical Specialist, Senior Vice President, Director of Nursing, Director of Food and Nutrition and Consulting Dietician 6. Conduct trainings according to Part 822, SUD clinic regulations for staff and clients ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES · Knowledge of professional nursing concepts, principles and practices. · Knowledge of concepts and principles from the biological sciences that is supportive of nursing practice · Knowledge of concepts and principles of health promotion and disease prevention. · Knowledge of abnormal signs and symptoms relating to physical and mental illness, as well as indicators of wellness · Knowledge of medications and drugs, common dosages, their psychological, physical and physiological effects and possible adverse reactions. · Knowledge of emergency treatments and interventions. · Knowledge of teaching and consulting techniques. · Knowledge of the Agency's routines, procedures and policies. · Knowledge of cultural, ethnic, and linguistic needs of clients relating to cultural competence. · Ability to recognize changes in signs and symptoms that warrant the immediate action of a physician. · Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a plan of nursing intervention to meet the needs of individual clients. · Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with others. Ability to prepare accurate and timely reports. · Demonstrated commitment of the value of diversity, equity and inclusion. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE New York State License and current registration to practice as a registered professional nurse prefer at least one-year post RN licensure clinical nursing experience working with individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities. #ICLRN

Job Description Essential Job Functions • Participates in the pre-admission evaluation study and plan; the evaluation study, program design and placement of the resident at the time of admission to the residence; the periodic reevaluation of the type, extent and quality of services and programming; and the development of discharge plans and referral to appropriate community resources, • Based on a comprehensive review of the client's overall condition, prepares, continually reviews and evaluates plans of nursing intervention to ensure that such interventions are consistent with the client's comprehensive treatment plan. Ensures, plans of nursing intervention include consideration of the client's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs, and primary language., • Develop treatment plans, in conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team, consisting of an evaluation of the nursing needed and selection of nursing procedures and practices which will best serve the residents' health care needs., • Develops, nursing assessment to reflect holistic needs of each client with consideration of his/her psychological, physiological, social, ethnic, cultural, educational and spiritual strengths and needs., • Oversees the direct implementation of nursing care to ensure that it is carried out in accordance with the plan of nursing intervention, and overall treatment/service plan, and to ascertain if the needs of the client require modification of the plan., • Coordinates nursing care activities with other professional disciplines to ensure that the nursing plan is consistent with and integrated with the total treatment/service plan, • Participates at team meetings and provides nursing input on the development and implementation of treatment/service plans., • Conduct in-service training with regard to personal hygiene, medication administration, family life and sex education. Supervise medication administration practicums and sign off on medication administration monthly., • Control communicable diseases and infections through: identification and assessment, reporting to medical authorities, and implementation of appropriate protective and preventive measures., • Record on the residents' medical records nursing observations and action taken, such as nursing care given, medications and treatments given, reactions to treatments, tests, the intake and output of fluids and solids and the resident's vital signs. Record nursing needs of residents., • Modify the nursing plan, in terms of the residents' daily needs, at least annually for adults in accordance with developmental and medical changes., • Be available for on-call duty and to work varied shifts as the need arises., • Work with all consulting and/or contracted medical service providers to in-sure appropriateness of service & to insure that recommended treatments are appropriate and are carried out, integrated and documented into the treatment plan., • Ensure that the inventory standards for medicines, solutions, supplies and equipment are maintained to meet nursing care needs., • Account for the issuance of controlled drugs and narcotics and inventories of these drugs., • Ensures resident protection from health hazards such as transmission of infectious organisms, isolation of infected residents and use of properly sterilized equipment when its use is necessary., • Provide appropriate information to the resident and family about such areas as sustaining and preventive health care, personal hygiene, methods of family or self-treatments, self-medication and possible side effects of medications., • Serve as liaison, resident's interpreter with outside health services providers and escort residents to services as needed., • Train designated staff, by way of demonstrations and written and oral instructions, in the performance of select nursing techniques and the use of nursing equipment, and client specific condition trainings., • Provides health education/teaching for clients and their families., • Participates in risk management and quality assurance concerning health related issues., • Provides emergency care and crisis intervention, • Accesses medications and observes and records effects and side effects., • Participates in professional activities to improve personal skills and knowledge., • Provides Nurse Vacation coverage, phone availability during workday hours, and a minimum of one site visit at covering site, for Nurse Responsibility review and weekly reporting., • IDD Division Nursing Triage Service - After Hours, Weekends, and Holiday’s (5pm – 9am) – On a pre-determined rotation, across all IDD Nurses, • Performs other related duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities of the Residential Nurse in the IDD Division Consumer Medical Records-Maintain medical record of each individual and ensure all appointments occur as prescribed and on time • Schedule and coordinate all medical appointments in conjunction with Medical Specialist, • Follow up on all Medical Doctor recommendations following every appointment, • Ensure follow up on all medication changes, making sure the order has been sent to the pharmacy, Medication Administration Review has been updated, medication change log updates, bright colored posting of information has been placed and the information transcribed in the AMAP communication log, • Conducting weekly medical meetings( to occur every Wednesday), • Review all consults and ensuring compliance with all recommendations, • Ensure the updating of the Appointment Tracking Log as it is a IDD Division System, • Complete Residential Nurse Progress Note and filing all consults once the progress note has been written, • Ensure all AMAP Certifications are current, • Schedule and conduct all recertification pouring’s, • Ensure all medication supplies of each consumer is present and labeled according to doctors’ orders, • Ensure the consumer’s Medication Administration Review is updates according with all medication changes, neatly organized with formularies and doctor’s order attached, • At least once per week, conduct a full 100% audit of all consumers’ medication and document results on the IDD Division Medication Regimen Review Checklist. Follow up on any discrepancies immediately., • To be disseminated at the end of each week to the team. Capturing a recap of all appointments from the week and all follow up recommendations., • Conducting AMAP refreshers at least quarterly and other in-services of consumer protocols as needed. Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Knowledge of professional nursing concepts, principles and practices., • Knowledge of concepts and principles from the biological sciences that is supportive of nursing practice, • Knowledge of concepts and principles of health promotion and disease prevention., • Knowledge of abnormal signs and symptoms relating to physical and mental illness, as well as indicators of wellness, • Knowledge of medications and drugs, common dosages, their psychological, physical and physiological effects and possible adverse reactions., • Knowledge of emergency treatments and interventions., • Knowledge of teaching and consulting techniques., • Knowledge of the Agency's routines, procedures and policies., • Knowledge of cultural, ethnic, and linguistic needs of clients relating to cultural competence., • Ability to recognize changes in signs and symptoms that warrant the immediate action of a physician., • Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a plan of nursing intervention to meet the needs of individual clients. New York State License and current registration to practice as a registered professional nurse, prefer at least one year post RN licensure clinical nursing experience working with individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities. #ICLOTHER

Job Description Job Title: Clinical Case Coordinator, ISU Job Summary: CASES is currently seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Clinical Case Coordinator for our Intensive Services Unit. Upon admission to the program, the Clinical Case Coordinator promptly conducts Supervision Introduction/Orientation meetings with new participants to review supervision conditions stipulated in their supervision plan. The Clinical Case Coordinator assists participants on their case load to comply with supervision appointments and court appearances during the pendency of their legal case. Clinical Case Coordinator conducts ongoing assessments of service needs with participants and collaboratively develops service plans that address identified needs and goals. The goal is to reduce recidivism, enhance engagement in community treatment services and support participants in achieving their self-identified goals for treatment, recovery, rehabilitation, and successful community integration. This position requires close collaboration with a clinical team, working directly with a Peer Specialist to ensure a coordinated approach to participant care. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, effective communication abilities, and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently. They will thrive in a collaborative clinical environment and demonstrate a commitment to the principles of rehabilitation and community reintegration. This initiative will implement innovative approaches to working with individuals who have been placed in the Supervised Release Program and experience more extensive needs and challenges that may impact daily functioning and overall program engagement. The focus group of program participants manage challenges in mental health, substance use, employment and medical health. The team promotes proactive, sustained engagement in the community as a catalyst to individual transformation by bridging participants to community partners and resources eager to support our participants in realizing their greatest potential. Salary: The salary for the Clinical Case Coordinator role is $69,010 per year. Shift Hours: The Clinical Case Coordinator is working Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Location Address: 151 Lawrence Street, 4th Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Workplace Flexibility: On-site (for roles that are 100% in-office/in-person) What you will be doing: • Will provide community-based direct services to a limited, specialized caseload of pretrial participants that may include a higher recidivism risk, participants with mandated treatment requirements, and those individuals with higher profiled cases., • Rapidly at the point of arraignment conduct Intake Assessments to identify immediate critical needs that must be addressed to further sustain program involvement and enrollment., • Participate in regularly occurring team meetings and case conferences to ensure seamless coordination among staff, wide dissemination of participant information as well as rapid responses to urgent needs., • Facilitate effective collaboration with staff delivering court services to ensure the efficient enrollment of new participants into the program while gathering the necessary basic information for ongoing service provision., • Link participants to emergency, housing, education, vocational, employment, and treatment services based on their preferences and needs, provide navigation to community services, and establish effective collaboration and positive relationships with community providers., • Will conduct review of legal and court screening documentation to facilitate admission and ongoing needs assessment of criminal history, psychosocial, developmental, and behavioral health needs, supervision risks to identify engagement approach, focus for behavioral change, and needed supports to reduce re-arrest, and promote success in the community following program completion., • Will utilize problem solving and motivational interviewing to help motivate and engage participants in the change process, ensuring the supervision and case management approach is culturally competent, gender-responsive, trauma-informed, and adheres to evidence-based risk-need-responsivity principles., • Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology or other relevant clinical discipline., • One to two years of experience providing clinical services to individuals to families or groups managing challenges in Behavioral Health and the Criminal Legal System., • Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence., • Must be able to navigate 5 boroughs of NYC and perform field work in a variety of weather conditions., • Must be able to lift 5-10 lbs., • Ability to work effectively within a diverse team environment., • Active licensure in a clinical discipline in New York State, preferred. CASES cares about employee wellbeing, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Vacation and Paid Time Off – starting at 25 days, • 12 Paid Holidays per year., • Retirement 403(b) Competitive matching up to 6%. At CASES, we like to move with PURPOSE, which reflects our values: PEOPLE| Hold people’s stories with dignity UNITY| Commit to a shared mission RESPECT| Celebrate the strength of diversity PROGRESS| Always work to improve OPTIMIZE| Make the best use of resources SOLUTIONS| Work together to solve problems EMPATHY| Seek to understand others Although we would love to learn about the skills of every candidate, only selected candidates that are selected will receive a response. We encourage you to apply for any position(s) you feel you are qualified for. CASES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with CASES is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, age, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or marital, military, or citizenship status. We also actively recruit individuals with prior involvement in the criminal legal system. Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm 35 hours per week, excluding breaks.

Job Description Location Bronx 10466 Schedule Full-time 40 hours Essential Job Functions • Participates in the pre-admission evaluation study and plan; the evaluation study, program design and placement of the resident at the time of admission to the residence; the periodic reevaluation of the type, extent and quality of services and programming; and the development of discharge plans and referral to appropriate community resources, • Based on a comprehensive review of the client's overall condition, prepares, continually reviews and evaluates plans of nursing intervention to ensure that such interventions are consistent with the client's comprehensive treatment plan. Ensures, plans of nursing intervention include consideration of the client's cultural and ethnic background, customs, needs, beliefs, and primary language., • Develop treatment plans, in conjunction with the Interdisciplinary Team, consisting of an evaluation of the nursing needed and selection of nursing procedures and practices which will best serve the residents' health care needs., • Develops, nursing assessment to reflect holistic needs of each client with consideration of his/her psychological, physiological, social, ethnic, cultural, educational and spiritual strengths and needs., • Oversees the direct implementation of nursing care to ensure that it is carried out in accordance with the plan of nursing intervention, and overall treatment/service plan, and to ascertain if the needs of the client require modification of the plan., • Coordinates nursing care activities with other professional disciplines to ensure that the nursing plan is consistent with and integrated with the total treatment/service plan, • Participates at team meetings and provides nursing input on the development and implementation of treatment/service plans., • Conduct in-service training with regard to personal hygiene, medication administration, family life and sex education. Supervise medication administration practicums and sign off on medication administration monthly., • Control communicable diseases and infections through: identification and assessment, reporting to medical authorities, and implementation of appropriate protective and preventive measures., • Record on the residents' medical records nursing observations and action taken, such as nursing care given, medications and treatments given, reactions to treatments, tests, the intake and output of fluids and solids and the resident's vital signs. Record nursing needs of residents., • Modify the nursing plan, in terms of the residents' daily needs, at least annually for adults in accordance with developmental and medical changes., • Be available for on-call duty and to work varied shifts as the need arises., • Work with all consulting and/or contracted medical service providers to in-sure appropriateness of service & to insure that recommended treatments are appropriate and are carried out, integrated and documented into the treatment plan., • Ensure that the inventory standards for medicines, solutions, supplies and equipment are maintained to meet nursing care needs., • Account for the issuance of controlled drugs and narcotics and inventories of these drugs., • Ensures resident protection from health hazards such as transmission of infectious organisms, isolation of infected residents and use of properly sterilized equipment when its use is necessary., • Provide appropriate information to the resident and family about such areas as sustaining and preventive health care, personal hygiene, methods of family or self-treatments, self-medication and possible side effects of medications., • Serve as liaison, resident's interpreter with outside health services providers and escort residents to services as needed., • Train designated staff, by way of demonstrations and written and oral instructions, in the performance of select nursing techniques and the use of nursing equipment, and client specific condition trainings., • Provides health education/teaching for clients and their families., • Participates in risk management and quality assurance concerning health related issues., • Provides emergency care and crisis intervention, • Accesses medications and observes and records effects and side effects., • Participates in professional activities to improve personal skills and knowledge., • Provides Nurse Vacation coverage, phone availability during workday hours, and a minimum of one site visit at covering site, for Nurse Responsibility review and weekly reporting., • IDD Division Nursing Triage Service - After Hours, Weekends, and Holiday’s (5pm – 9am) – On a pre-determined rotation, across all IDD Nurses, • Performs other related duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities of the Residential Nurse in the IDD Division Consumer Medical Records-Maintain medical record of each individual and ensure all appointments occur as prescribed and on time • Schedule and coordinate all medical appointments in conjunction with Medical Specialist, • Follow up on all Medical Doctor recommendations following every appointment, • Ensure follow up on all medication changes, making sure the order has been sent to the pharmacy, Medication Administration Review has been updated, medication change log updates, bright colored posting of information has been placed and the information transcribed in the AMAP communication log, • Conducting weekly medical meetings( to occur every Wednesday), • Review all consults and ensuring compliance with all recommendations, • Ensure the updating of the Appointment Tracking Log as it is a IDD Division System, • Complete Residential Nurse Progress Note and filing all consults once the progress note has been written, • Ensure all AMAP Certifications are current, • Schedule and conduct all recertification pouring’s, • Ensure all medication supplies of each consumer is present and labeled according to doctors’ orders, • Ensure the consumer’s Medication Administration Review is updates according with all medication changes, neatly organized with formularies and doctor’s order attached, • At least once per week, conduct a full 100% audit of all consumers’ medication and document results on the IDD Division Medication Regimen Review Checklist. Follow up on any discrepancies immediately., • To be disseminated at the end of each week to the team. Capturing a recap of all appointments from the week and all follow up recommendations., • Conducting AMAP refreshers at least quarterly and other in-services of consumer protocols as needed. Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Knowledge of professional nursing concepts, principles and practices., • Knowledge of concepts and principles from the biological sciences that is supportive of nursing practice, • Knowledge of concepts and principles of health promotion and disease prevention., • Knowledge of abnormal signs and symptoms relating to physical and mental illness, as well as indicators of wellness, • Knowledge of medications and drugs, common dosages, their psychological, physical and physiological effects and possible adverse reactions., • Knowledge of emergency treatments and interventions., • Knowledge of teaching and consulting techniques., • Knowledge of the Agency's routines, procedures and policies., • Knowledge of cultural, ethnic, and linguistic needs of clients relating to cultural competence., • Ability to recognize changes in signs and symptoms that warrant the immediate action of a physician., • Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a plan of nursing intervention to meet the needs of individual clients. New York State License and current registration to practice as a registered professional nurse, prefer at least one year post RN licensure clinical nursing experience working with individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities. #ICLRN

Our client is seeking a OPWDD Quality Assurance Specialist for a non-profit organization to manage compliance, and quality improvement across our programs serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Must have knowledge and understanding of OPWDD process and procedures. Key Responsibilities: • Ensure compliance with all OPWDD, city, state, and federal regulations., • Conduct unannounced site visits, audits, and investigations., • Must know OPWDD BPC process and participate in audits., • Analyze data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions., • Maintain and update OPWDD’s IRMA system and internal tracking databases., • Support quality improvement projects, staff training, and satisfaction surveys., • Bachelor’s degree in a related human services field., • 4+ years of experience working with individuals with ID/DD., • Strong knowledge of OPWDD regulations and audit processes REQUIRED, • Experience conducting investigations and program reviews (IRA/ICF/Day Hab). #Melv

POSITION OVERVIEW We are looking for full-time Case Managers to work within a domestic violence residential & legal program. This program focuses of providing legal and job training programs for domestic violence victims, residential and vocational programs for individuals with developmental disabilities. The Case Manager is responsible for direct service provision to residents. Direct services include individual counseling, group counseling, advocacy services, referrals and follow-up, home management and budget counseling. REQUIREMENTS • Conduct intake interviews, as assigned, to assess and evaluate residents for admission., • Engage residents in initial and ongoing treatment processes, through individual and group counseling, under clinical supervision of the Superior of Clinical Service or Program Director., • Develop and maintain housing referral resources, assist residents in the process of locating and securing permanent housing, in conjunction with Housing Specialist., • Assess residents’ vocational and educational needs, aptitudes and interests through interviews and testing. Develop and maintain placement and follow-up as appropriate after assessment and counseling., • Develop and maintain liaison activities with H.R.A. Public Assistance and Medicaid Administrators and Workers, to assist eligible residents in securing Public Assistance and Medicaid by acting as a personal advocate through telephone or personal visit/contact., • Develop with the resident, a contract of mutually agreed goals and objectives to be accomplished within an agreed upon timetable., • Bachelor's degree in health/human services, sociology, psychology or social work., • 2 years of relevant training and experience, including working with victims of domestic violence., • Must be knowledgeable and sensitive towards domestic violence issues. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

Our client is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for a non?profit organization to manage compliance, and quality improvement across our programs serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Support quality improvement projects, staff training, and satisfaction surveys.