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  • Paraprofessional - RA
    Paraprofessional - RA
    3 days ago
    $40000–$50000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    The Paraprofessional - Research Assistant, will be working within a Muti-disciplinary Team to assist his or her assigned student in all aspects of the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) throughout each day. The student population is primarily non-verbal and non-ambulatory (in a wheelchair), and as such, this position plays an important part of the student’s day by supporting the student throughout academic and therapy sessions, ensuring the student is repositioned and transferred safely throughout the day, and assisting the student with all aspects of self-care. In addition, it is critical to be part of the research efforts surrounding his or her assigned student. Successful attributes include a background in neuroscience, psychology, social work, nursing, or pre-medicine, a strong strategic focus, individual leadership in an environment that promotes innovation and continuous improvement, effective communication with key constituents and stakeholders, and accountability for results. Responsibilities • Works under the supervision of the Deputy Director of Special Education and Associate Paraprofessional Special Education Director., • Working closely with and under the supervision of their student’s Multi-disciplinary Team (special education teacher, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech-language therapist, nursing, and medical staff, and/or vision education, hearing educa, • Working to support their student inside and outside the classroom in order to enable the student to fully participate in activities, as well as provide support in daily academic and related service sessions., • Attend to the students emotional, physical, and personal needs. This includes toileting, feeding, transferring, and supporting with student equipment, etc.,, • Assist student during Aquatic Therapy. You are expected to get into the water with your student – be comfortable entering and standing in 3 feet of water., • Working with the student’s Multi-disciplinary Team to collect and analyze data for the student toward their IEP goals and benchmarks as well as other health related data analysis., • Participate in group meetings and internal seminars., • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Multi-disciplinary Team., • Motivation to learn new skills and knowledge., • Possess sound judgment with a collaborative style that fosters teamwork and cooperation from the immediate team to the broader institute., • Assist in the organization and maintenance of equipment and supplies., • Required to check and answer emails in a timely manner., • Assist in providing instructional activities during the student’s free time with the guidance of the classroom teacher/teacher’s assistant. Actively participating in progress monitoring data collection under the supervision of the teacher., • Assist students during doctor office visits, field trips, and telehealth services., • Helps prepare and organize instructional materials, • Must be able to lift (at least 50lbs.), transfer, and support students during their related service sessions. Research Innovation Duties • Prepare and submit wellness reports, which include 2 body checks, 2 wheelchair checks, and an overview of the student’s wellness (daily)., • Collaborate with the nurse to submit seizure-like event reports with media (promptly submitted, as applicable to the student)., • Grand Rounds to include preparing slides according to provided format, attending GR training meetings (ongoing), attend practice session (as scheduled), giving formal GR presentation (quarterly), and being confident in describing & scoring assessments (se, • Participation in regular iBRAIN Research meetings on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and others (as scheduled)., • RA/Para will fully understand their student's IEP & have a heightened ability to formulate in-depth student-specific research questions., • Complete iBRAIN Research Integrity annual training., • Completes designated CITI training modules for the protection of human subjects. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, psychology, social work, nursing, pre-medicine, or related field is required., • Must be able to pass ALL of the FREE eLearning Short Courses in Clinical Research from The Global Health Training Centre website, • Must have excellent communication skills., • Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds independently., • Must be detail-oriented, focused, highly motivated, and able to work as part of a team., • Intrapersonal skills: Possesses a strong ability to interact with tact and diplomacy. Maintaining appropriate and timely responsiveness in all interactions whether under pressures, deadlines, or changes in priorities is a key asset., • Candidate must have ability to work independently and collaboratively., • Importantly, must have a passion for iBRAIN’s mission and a commitment to exceptional quality., • Fluency in Spanish is a plus., • MUST HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR Benefits • Health insurance, • Dental insurance, • Vision insurance, • Paid time off

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  • Education Specialist
    Education Specialist
    1 month ago
    $24–$27 hourly
    Full-time
    Forest Hills, Queens

    We are seeking an Education Specialist to support the Queens Childcare Network (QCCN). The primary role of the Education Specialist is to build strengths-based relationships within our network of licensed in-home childcare providers. This role focuses on guiding and supporting our family or group family daycare providers by coaching them on play-based instruction in accordance with Department of Education (DOE) curriculum. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Serve on a team supporting a network of regulated in-home childcare providers serving 500+ children ranging in infancy to 12 years of age., • Assist in the launching of a new NYC DOE contract for the EarlyLearn and 3K Programs., • Provide effective guidance to ensure effective services to QCH's 45+ affiliated family and group family childcare providers., • Collaborate with the QCCN Education Director, Family Support Worker, and Health Monitors to meet the needs of all children and families., • Provide twice monthly strength-based practice-based coaching to up to 17 affiliated providers as they implement a mixed-age curriculum., • Adapt and provide guidance to affiliated providers on the implementation of an evidence-based curriculum for mixed-age group settings that meets the individual needs of all children., • Review and adapt appropriate curriculum with affiliated providers that foster hands-on developmentally appropriate and relationship-based interactions with all children., • Assist affiliated providers gathering observations of children and entering child assessment data in a timely manner and support its use for curriculum and lesson planning., • Document all coaching sessions aligned with the DOE’s Early Childhood Framework for Quality (EFQ)., • Assist in ongoing outreach, enrollment, and all other administrative tasks., • Support QCCN Education Director in coordinating all required professional learning days throughout the year., • Maintain relationships with community partners who provide mental health, special needs, and other support services for all affiliated providers and families., • Participate in weekly Network team meetings and applicable NYC DOE Trainings and Meetings., • Assist in the facilitation of monthly Network Professional Learning/Development sessions., • BA/BS in Early Childhood or Infant/Toddler Studies; Master’s degree preferred; Comparable Social Work, Psychology or Human Service education also accepted;, • Bilingual English/Spanish: verbal, reading & written fluency (preferred);, • Computer literate: Microsoft Word, Excel, & Teams; and Zoom (required);, • Experience teaching or serving children under age 5 (required);, • As indicated, ability to work effectively from home or another remote location with consistent Wifi, privacy and utilization of agency communication and learning tools (required);, • As indicated, ability to efficiently travel within QCH Network (Queens, NY) catchment area and conduct on site coaching sessions at designated in-home daycares (required);, • Exceptional time management skills; Ability to multitask; Must be a team player (required);, • Cultural sensitivity; Respect for the unique backgrounds of all QCCN providers and families (required);

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  • Associate in Psychiatric Social Work
    Associate in Psychiatric Social Work
    1 month ago
    $80000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    The Department of Psychiatry is seeking social workers assigned to work in the Psychiatry FPO at CUIMC. These are full-time, clinical positions that will involve seeing patients in our comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) programs and our intensive outpatient DBT programs, in addition to carrying general cases within the Psychiatry FPO. Our Adolescent and Adult DBT programs each involve multiple levels of outpatient care treating a community of patients and families within a multidisciplinary team of highly motivated and intensively trained clinicians. Within Adolescent DBT, we offer a Linehan Board of Certification™ Certified Comprehensive DBT Program as well as the Intensive Adolescent & Family DBT Program (IAF-DBT), an outpatient afterschool DBT intensive program for teens and their parents/guardians who present with significant emotion dysregulation and high-risk behaviors. Similarly, our Adult DBT Programs include a Linehan Board of Certification™ Certified Comprehensive DBT Program as well as the Accelerated DBT program (ADBT), an intensive outpatient evening DBT program for adults who present with significant emotion dysregulation and high-risk behaviors. The CUIMC Psychiatry FPO sees a mix of managed care and private pay patients, and has a particular focus on serving the Columbia medical center community, among others. We prioritize evidence-based interventions and have an array of specialized programs to best serve our patients. All positions currently allow for hybrid work, with on-site time spent in our Columbus Circle offices in midtown Manhattan. Our faculty serve as part of multi-disciplinary teams with ample opportunities to learn from and consult with colleagues. There are also professional development funds available to faculty to support DBT certification, licensure renewals, as well as obtaining additional training, conference attendance, professional organization members, among other opportunities. Primary responsibilities involve conducting DBT skills groups, diagnostic/intake evaluation, individual, parent and family treatment planning and progress monitoring with patients while utilizing DBT, as well as other empirically supported treatments. • Provider(s) will conduct intake evaluations/diagnostic assessments of patients with psychiatric disorders and psychological distress., • Provider(s) will provide group and individual psychotherapy., • Provider(s) will work closely with a clinical team, including other psychologists/social workers, psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse-practitioners., • Provider(s) will have opportunities to attend case conferences, peer supervision and Grand Rounds at CUMC. Opportunities may exist for clinical supervision and teaching. Qualifications: • Licensed Social Worker (LMSW or LCSW), • New York State license required, • Candidates will be required to obtain a New Jersey license, • Applicants must have demonstrated interest, experience, and training in utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Strong preference will be given to individuals who have completed intensive DBT training and who have previous experience running skills groups. Preferred Qualifications: • Candidates with additional experience in evidence-supported treatment delivery for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance use disorders and/or developmental disorders, and experience, familiarity and comfort working with high-risk patients are desired., • Applicants should have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well across disciplines and function effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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  • Care Manager
    Care Manager
    1 month ago
    $30 hourly
    Full-time
    Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn

    Job description: Position Overview: Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Care Manager Location: New York City (must reside within the 5 boroughs) Employment Type: Full-time Seeking an experienced, compassionate, detail-oriented Bilingual Case Manager to join our team. Our mission is to support individuals, and families by connecting them with the services and resources they need to thrive. Case Management: You will provide care coordination and support to individuals and families, ensuring their needs are met through individualized service plans. You will work closely with community providers, schools, and healthcare professionals to build a strong support network. Responsibilities include: • Conduct intake assessments and develop individualized care plans, • Provide ongoing case management, advocacy, and support to families, • Coordinate services across medical, behavioral, educational, and social domains, • Monitor progress and adjust care plans as needed, • Maintain accurate, timely documentation and reports, • Participate in regular supervision and team meetings Requirements: • Must be Bilingual in Spanish and English*, • Must reside within the New York City area, • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field (Master’s preferred but NOT required), • Minimum 2 years of experience in case management, care coordination, or related field, • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications: • Experience working with children, youth, or families in social service, behavioral health, or healthcare settings Compensation: $30 per hour

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  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor – Virtual/Telehealth
    Licensed Mental Health Counselor – Virtual/Telehealth
    2 months ago
    $50–$80 hourly
    Part-time
    Eltingville, Staten Island

    Position Overview As a Virtual LMHC, you will provide client-centered, evidence-based therapeutic support via secure telehealth platforms. You’ll work remotely, delivering individual (and potentially group or family) counseling to diverse clients. The role emphasizes strong clinical skills, virtual communication proficiency, documentation accuracy, and maintaining professional licensure/ethical standards. Key Responsibilities • Conduct initial intake assessments, clinical evaluations and diagnoses as needed (via video/phone)., • Develop individualized treatment plans, set goals with clients, monitor progress, and adjust plans accordingly., • Provide therapy sessions (individual, couples, family, or groups) using evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, trauma-informed care) in a virtual setting. (Telehealth.org), • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in a HIPAA-compliant electronic health record (EHR) or telehealth platform. (Telehealth.org), • Collaborate with other clinicians, psychiatrists (when applicable), case managers or referral services to ensure continuity of care. (Telehealth.org), • Uphold professional licensure standards, confidentiality, ethics, and virtual best practices., • Optionally: participate in team meetings, supervision/consultation sessions, continuing education, quality improvement initiatives. Required Qualifications • Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or a related clinical field., • Active, independent LMHC or LPC licensure in state of practice (or multi-state licensure, depending on organization)., • Proficiency using technology: high-speed internet, webcam, private/quiet workspace, experience (or comfort) with telehealth platforms, EHRs, documentation systems., • Strong interpersonal, communication, and relational skills; ability to engage clients virtually and build rapport., • Experience or comfort with evidence-based treatment modalities and working with a diverse client population, including issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use (depending on role). Work Environment / Schedule • 100 % remote (work from home) via secure telehealth platform., • Flexible schedule (many virtual roles allow part-time, full-time, choose your own hours) but may require some set hours (e.g., evenings) depending on client population. (College Recruiter), • Must ensure a confidential workspace, reliable internet connectivity, and ability to maintain professional boundaries in a virtual setting., • Occasional team meetings, supervision, or training sessions via video conference. Compensation & Benefits • 1099 employment, • Salary/hourly rate varies depending on experience, licensure, and number of hours., • Administrative support for billing, client referrals, credentialing may be provided by employer/telehealth vendor.

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