Per-diem Service Provider - New York, United States - New Alternatives for Children, Inc.

New Alternatives for Children, Inc.
New Alternatives for Children, Inc.
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New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) is an award-winning not-for-profit agency in Midtown Manhattan, with a satellite Bronx office, dedicated to serving children and families with medical complexity, chronic health conditions, significant disabilities and behavioral challenges. To assist in achieving this mission, NAC is currently seeking a Per Diem Service Provider to join its
CFTSS (Child and Family Treatment and Support Services) and HCBS (Home and Community Based Service Program in all four Boroughs of New York City, (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island.)

Agency Name:
New Alternatives for Children, Inc.


Title of Position:
Per-Diem Service Provider - ALL BOROUGHS**
Position Type:Per Diem ( NOT FULL-TIME NOR PART-TIME )**
Location: 825 7th Ave, New York, NY 10019


Department:

CFTSS (Child and Family Treatment and Support Services) and HCBS (Home and Community Based Service Program.**
Program:Under the general direction and supervision of the Clinical Rehabilitative Service Provider Supervisor, the Clinical Rehabilitative Service Provider interacts with clients and families in a variety of settings including biological, pre-adoptive and foster homes, schools, and neighborhood, community and group care settings, and will deliver the services that are outlined below.


Description of Responsibilities:


  • Demonstrate skills that promote a safe, physical and emotional environment for children and families within the context of their living environment and community.
  • Provides a variety of services to youth and family, including
    Caregiver/Family Support and Services, Respite, Prevocational and Supportive Employment, Community Self Advocacy, Training and Supports, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment, Other Licensed Professional and any others that may be assigned.
  • Develops Service/Treatment Plans with goals/objectives for youth and family related to the client/family's needs and connected to a specific service being provided. The Clinical/Rehabilitative Service Provider reports on progress towards the attainment of the goals.
  • Assists in crisis response and management as necessary.
  • Works flexible hours as dictated by service need and assumes responsibility for oncall coverage per team assignment. Includes working weekends, evening and split shifts as required by service needs.
  • Complete required documentation for Medicaid billing within prescribed timeframes.
  • Complete required and recommended trainings.
  • Participate in supervision as scheduled.

Required Education and Experience:

The wide variety of services within the two programs have different educational requirements depending on what service you are providing:


  • A minimum of a High School Diploma coupled with experience working with children for some services is required, but most services require a Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Human Services or other related fields
  • A Master's degree is required for crises related services and licensure in the following fields is required for the OLP Service (Licensed Psychoanalysts, Marriage and Family therapist, Mental Health Counselor or a LCSW or LMSW).

Required Skills:


  • Must be willing to work in participants homes
  • Bilingual (Spanish speaking) staff preferred

How to Apply:

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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._
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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_
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Pay:
$ $40.00 per hour


Day range:

  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • Are you willing to commute?
  • Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?

Education:


  • High school or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

- children service: 1 year (preferred)
- working with children in the welfare system: 1 year (preferred)

  • Assists in crisis response and management: 1 year (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

  • 100% (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
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