New Alternatives for Children, Inc.
Location
New York
Provide clinical and rehabilitative services in home and community settings, including comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and psychotherapy. Deliver crisis intervention and psychoeducation to support children and families in managing behavioral health needs.
Requires an LCSW, LMSW, LMFT, or LMHC license and at least one year of experience in children's mental health. Candidates must be willing to travel to client homes and communities and possess strong computer skills.
New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) is a nonprofit child welfare, health and social services agency in NYC that serves children with complex medical and behavioral health conditions and their families through a range of clinical programs, social services and onsite medical and mental health clinics. The Children and Family Treatment Support Services (CFTSS) are part of a new state initiative to meet the behavioral and emotional health challenges of children and youth covered by Medicaid and their families. CFTSS are an array of clinical and rehabilitative services provided in the home and other community settings and are intended to identify behavioral health needs early and intervene to keep children on their developmental trajectory and avoid the need for higher end services and institutional placement. CFTSS can be delivered individually or in a coordinated comprehensive manner according to a treatment plan.
Provide clinical and rehabilitative services in the home and other community-based settings in accordance with an individualized treatment plan, based on a child and family's specific needs. Clinical services include comprehensive evaluation assessments; development of treatment plans; individual, family and group psychotherapy and crisis intervention. Deliver rehabilitative interventions using a variety of counseling modalities and approaches to promote functional improvement in daily living, interpersonal relationships and community integration, and avoid and manage crises. Provide rehabilitative psychoeducation, service planning and supports to minimize negative behavioral health symptoms and emotional disturbances to further community integration. Work under the direction of the CFTSS Supervisor with clinical supervision provided.
Must have an LCSW, LMSW, LMFT or LMHC and be knowledgeable about trauma-informed care. At least one year of applicable experience in children's mental health or related area, working with children and families. Must follow safety precautions needed to protect child population. Must be willing to work in clients' homes and communities. Must have quick and easy access to a computer and printer, and be adept at using the computer for internet, word processing and email correspondence. Knowledge of and adherence to cultural competency guidelines. Bi-lingual (Spanish speaking) staff preferred For information on New Alternatives for Children, Inc., visit our website at www.nackidscan.org New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices. Equal Opportunity Statement New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices. Please read our full DEIB Statement here. Impact Every day, NAC's team of social workers, nurses, doctors, therapists, education specialists, van drivers, and so many more, make a lasting impact on the lives of the children and families we serve. Watch our video below to meet the youth and families whose lives have been changed because of NAC's work.
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