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New Directionsis an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. YOUTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST- Full Time and On Call Positionsavailable / Schedule varies between Weston Mills, Falconer and Lancaster, NY (must be available evenings/weekends) BENEFITS Generous Paid Time Off; up to 14 paid holidays per year; medical dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 401k with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs COMPENSATION $19.00 - $20.00 per hour * Offers based on education and years of relevant experience POSITION SUMMARY:Provides guidance &amp; support to the youth in a community-based AOBH. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: 1. Awakens children each morning and ensures youth are dressed, fed, and ready for school or other activity. 2. Gives instructions to youth regarding desirable health and personal habits. 3. Plans and leads recreational activities and participates or instructs youth in games. 4. Provides unit residents with direction and discipline according to unit and agency policies and procedures, and rules and regulations of NYSOCFS. 5. Makes minor repairs to clothing. 6. Escorts youth to designated activities. 7. Performs housekeeping duties in youth living area. Supervises housekeeping activities of other workers in assigned section of institution. 8. Provides supervision of youth on living unit according to individual needs as determined by Program Coordinator and Manager. 9. Works cooperatively as an employee of the agency and a member of unit treatment team to maintain therapeutic milieu and actively contributes to Living Unit design. 10. Is available to residents for crisis intervention, assistance in decision making, life space counseling, fosters a holistic system approach to treatment, etc. 11. Delivers or assists in provision of independent living skills training. 12. Interacts in a manner consistent with NYSDSS Regulation #1441.19 Appropriate Custodial Conduct in order to be an appropriate role model. 13. Provides additional coverage on unit as needed in order to assure a proper staff ratio is maintained at all times. 14. Maintains unit recording procedures and completes other paperwork as required by agency, living unit, and NYSOCFS. 15. Interacts with and is available to families of youth, sets appropriate limits as determined by supervisor, agency and procedures. 16. Encourages academic achievement by supervising homework, being supportive, etc. 17. Assists in carrying out medical directives, treatment and instructions from Health Services. 18. Designs and facilitates daily unit groups. 19. Maintains Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification and First Aid/CPR Training as provided by Agency. 20. Attends all mandatory in-service training, team meetings, and regularly attends and participates in supervision meetings. Attends other treatment-oriented training, seminars and workshops as appropriate to broaden and strengthen child care skills. 21. All duties as assigned by supervisor. SKILL, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY &amp; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills • Bachelor’s degree preferred • High School Diploma/GED • One to two years related experience and/or training; or • Equivalent combination of education and experience Special – Personal Skills, Qualities, Aptitudes and Physical Requirements New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Ability to work and interact effectively with youth, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. 3. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. 4. Ability to interface with people (groups and individuals) and communicate within various mediums (logbooks, E-mail, telephone). 5. Must have a valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy. 6. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 3 job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy. 7. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions.

New Directions Youth and Family Services

Youth Support Specialist - Floater

Position: Overnight Youth Support Specialist - Full Time &amp; On-call available. $19.00 - 20.00/hr, additional benefits below. Position Summary:Responsible for oversight and supervision of sleeping youth(12 - 18 years old) and for responding to emergent situations. This position must remain awake and alert at all times. In this role, you are also responsible for waking and supervising residents in the morning before school. New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Pay and benefits <ul><li>120 hours of paid time off your first year, not including an additional 13 agency holidays.</li><li>Access to life, dental and medical insurance.</li><li>401k with up to 3% agency matching.</li><li>$19.00 - 20.00/hr for your first year. Additional raises guaranteed for full time positions.</li><li>Consistent schedule for full time employees. Flexible schedule for on-call employees.</li><li>Join our company, where over 30% of our staff have been with us for 10 years or more.</li><li>$250 bonus after 6 months.</li></ul>Minimum Education and Skills <ul><li>High school Diploma/GED(required)</li><li>Valid driver's license for 1+ year(required)</li></ul> We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply. Full Job Description Title: Night Youth Support Specialist Department: Residential Services Title of Immediate Supervisor: Youth Support Supervisor POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for oversight and supervision of sleeping/awake youth and for responding to emergent situations. This position must remain awake and alert at all times. Also responsible for waking and supervising youth in the morning before school. Clearly and effectively communicate with team members within school and within the living suites/cottages. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: 1. Remain awake and alert at all times to ensure proper supervision and control of youth we serve. 2. Expectation to arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your shift to prepare for your transition of responsibilities. (RCH) 3. Preliminary check and rounds upon starting shift to orientate to current status of the living suite/cottage. 4. Perform bed checks nightly beginning at 10:30 using the Detex Clock (north) or the log (south) and continuing at least once every 30 minutes throughout the shift. Ensure youth in their bed and visually check for skin and/or awareness of breathing. 5. Utilize the youth’s Individual Crisis Management Plan (ICMP) and/or personal safety plans while providing therapeutic crisis intervention to address the youth’s acute emotional and/or physical acting out. i.e., use of sensory items to assist with self-regulation. 6. Report any disturbance or trespass occurring on the grounds to the supervisor on duty and/or Sheriff’s Department. Maintain a continuous fire safety watch in the living suite/cottage and on campus while on duty. 7. Supervise morning routine including wake-up, breakfast, clean up and school preparation. 8. Be diligent in your observation of the youth’s emotional and behavioral needs and communicate observations and pertinent information to multi-disciplinary treatment team which includes LBHP, Permanency Case manager, Youth Support Supervisor, Health Services, etc. directly and through general and individual logs, relief notes, and telephone and visitation logs daily. 9. Ensure that all required daily documentation including incident reports and input from the multidisciplinary team regarding individual youth plans are documented in the general log and/or appropriate documentation before the end of the work shift. 10. Communicate with Day Staff, school staff, and other relevant staff to exchange pertinent information concerning the youth. Include information regarding injury, illness, absence from school, medication, behavior, and any other information relevant to the care and well-being for the youth. 11. Participate in the formulation and follow-through of treatment plans to support the development of self-regulation appropriate to the youth’s developmental age. 12. Dispense prescribed medication to youth as indicated and document accurately on the Medication Administration Record (MAR). 13. Performs light cleaning throughout the night with coordination of co-worker and with discretion (i.e., kitchen, bathrooms, main living area, ensures that vacuums bags are empty, cleaning supplies are on hand and in working order, wash dirty rags, remove trash and complete maintenance request as needed. 14. Inspect, tidy and secure the suite/cottage including room checks, bathroom checks, shutting off lights, and shutting and locking office doors. Ensure that outside doors are locked and secured. 15. Recognize the importance of your role in developing positive relationships to work in collaboration and partnership as part of the NDYFS team and with the youth and the families we serve as they achieve their goals. 16. Maintains Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and First Aid/CPR certification provided by the agency. 17. Attends all mandatory in-service training and regularly attends supervision meetings. Attends other training and in-services as needed to maintain a level of expertise in the field. 18. Any additional duties assigned by immediate supervisor. SKILL, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY &amp; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills • Degree preferred • High School Diploma/GED • Previous experience in child care preferred. Must be able to build appropriate, respectful relationships with youth, guide their development, manage home/unit/cottage effectively and participate in overall treatment plan, and be able to exercise common sense and professional judgment. Special – Personal Skills, Qualities, Aptitudes and Physical Requirements New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Ability to work effectively with youth, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Ability to deal effectively with youth and/or families. 3. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. 4. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. 5. Ability to interface with people (groups and individuals) and communicate within various mediums (logbooks, E-mail, telephone). 6. Must have a valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy. 7. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 3 job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy. 8. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions.

Overnight Youth Support Specialist

Position Title:Health Services Manager Join our team as a Health Services Manager and lead a dynamic department dedicated to ensuring the well-being of youth in our care. You'll oversee the delivery of health and psychiatric services, manage a skilled team of healthcare professionals, and coordinate care in compliance with state and organizational standards. This role involves strategic leadership, hands-on supervision, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to take on a leadership challenge, we’d love to hear from you! New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Pay and benefits <ul><li>3 weeks of paid time off your first year.</li><li>An additional 13 agency holidays.</li><li>Access to life, dental and medical insurance.</li><li>401k with up to 3% agency matching.</li><li>$67,340.00 - $70,761.60 for your first year, additional raises guaranteed.</li><li>Monday - Friday, 9:00a - 5:00p. Flexible, some evening availability required.</li><li>Join our company, where over 30% of our staff have been with us for 10 years or more.</li></ul>Minimum Education and Skills <ul><li>Current licensure in NYS as a Registered Professional Nurse.</li><li>Two years’ experience in health service administration.</li><li>Drivers license for 1+ year</li></ul> We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply. Full Job Description Job Title: Health Services Manager Department: Health Services Title of Immediate Supervisor: Chief Operating Officer – Child Welfare POSITION SUMMARY: The Health Services Manager is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the Health Services Department and the delivery of health and psychiatric services for youth ensuring the health-related needs of youth are met and provides the direct supervision of the health care team to include the nurse, health services assistant, and other staff when engaged in providing health related services. TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: 1. Confers with and assists the Medical Director in formulating medical policies as required by the New York State Department of Social Services and other regulatory and accrediting bodies. 2. Provides leadership for health services staff to include the nurses and the health services assistant. 3. Supervises the health services staff in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws to include: interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining, addressing complaints and resolving problems. 4. Responsible for medication management and ensure compliance with the medication administration certification of unlicensed staff responsible for assisting of youth with the administration of medication. 5. Ensure maintenance of accurate and complete healthcare records for all youth, to include the electronic health record. 6. Evaluates and maintains youth immunization records. 7. Make recommendations regarding the physical environment when it is necessary to maintain optimum health and safety standards for all youth and employees. 8. On-call for health-related concerns and provides triage/recommendations for staff. 9. Maintains current First Aid/CPR certification as provided by Agency. 10. Reports Child Abuse and Maltreatment as required by law and agency policy. 11. Assists supervisor in development of health-related policies. 12. Serves as a member of the agency Incident Review Committee. 13. Provides in-service education for staff when indicated and provides any needed training to unlicensed employees regarding health- related activities. 14. Responsible for contracting with community based medical providers for services for youth. 15. Carries out all functions in the RN or LPN job descriptions in the event that these positions are vacant. 16. Responsible for management and ensure compliance of operating certificates and required clinic internal audits required under Article 29-I (ex: CLIA, VFC, Controlled Substance). 17. Maintains professional development through self-directed professional growth activities. 18. Provides new employee orientation. 19. Attends all mandatory in-service trainings and supervision meetings. 20. Takes responsibility for professional growth through participation with in-service training designed to extend and upgrade the nurse’s performance of the duties. 21. Responsible for the typical responsibilities/duties of the RN/LPN job description. 22. Complies with the agency Corporate Compliance policy. 23. Attends all mandatory in-service training and regularly attends supervision meetings. 24. Maintains professional development through self-directed professional grown activities. 25. All other duties as assigned by supervisor. Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills Bachelor’s degree in nursing or health related field preferred. Current licensure in NYS as a Registered Professional Nurse. Two years’ experience in health service administration. Previous experience in pediatric settings is helpful. Special – Personal Skills, Qualities, Aptitudes and Physical Requirements New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Ability to work effectively with youth, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Ability to deal effectively with youth and/or families. 3. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. 4. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. 5. Ability to interface with people (groups and individuals) and communicate within various mediums (logbooks, E-mail, telephone). 6. Proficiency with typing and computer skills. 7. Must have excellent organizational and communication/interaction skills. 8. Must have a valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy. 9. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 1 job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy. 10. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions. POSITIONS SUPERVISED: LPN, RN, Medicaid Managed Care Liaison, Medicaid Treatment and Discharge Planner, Health Services Assistant

Health Services Manager

Position Title: Clinical Director Position Summary:Are you a seasoned mental health professional with a passion for leadership and driving meaningful change? New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services is seeking a Clinical Director to lead our 29-I Health Facility team in delivering trauma-informed, culturally sensitive care. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee therapists, provide supervision, ensure regulatory compliance, and champion evidence-based practices that support the well-being of youth and families. With a focus on collaboration and quality improvement, you'll work across our diverse programs and sites, fostering connections with multidisciplinary teams and community partners. Join a dynamic organization dedicated to anti-racism, equity, and justice, and make a difference where it truly matters! New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Skills and Qualifications: <ul><li>Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), LCSW-R preferred, or Licensed Psychologist</li><li>Minimum five years of experience providing therapeutic services within the scope of practice</li></ul> Pay and benefits: <ul><li>3 weeks of paid time off your first year.</li><li>An additional 13 agency holidays.</li><li>Access to life, dental and medical insurance.</li><li>401k with up to 3% agency matching.</li><li>Tuition Assistance.</li><li>Student Loan Assistance</li><li>$72,000 - $78,000/yr your first year (based on degree and experience).</li><li>Primarily Monday - Friday, 9:00 - 5:00, with some flexibility required and given.</li><li>Mileage reimbursement</li><li>Agency provided cell phone and laptop computer.</li><li>Join our company, where over 30% of our staff have been with us for 10 years or more.</li></ul> We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply. Full Job Description Title: Clinical Director (29-I Health Facility) Department: 29-I Health Facility Title of Immediate Supervisor: Chief Operating Officer – Child Welfare POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Director provides clinical oversight of the 29-I Health Facility, including supervision of therapists. The Clinical Director will provide trauma-informed supervision that is sensitive to the cultural needs of the population served. The Clinical Director will provide individual and group supervision. The Clinical Director may provide case coverage during staff absences and shortages. The position requires travel across New Directions sites New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Department Management: Implementation of Article 29-I Health Facility in collaboration with Residential, Agency Operated Boarding Homes, and Foster Care teams Ensure adherence to 29-I Health Facility and Child and Family Treatment Services and Supports (CFTSS) regulations Ensure adherence to and accountability for all New Directions Policies and Procedures including the maintenance of internal client records, HIPAA law regarding confidentiality and the release of any client-related information, COA Standards, OCFS and DOH regulations. Support team members with implementation of policy changes Ensure team members document and communicate critical incidents to all relevant parties, including the NYS Justice Center, OCFS, and DOH, as appropriate Trauma-Informed Supervision: Meet regularly with employees in a private face to face setting, on a schedule determined by the employee’s position, caseload, and licensing requirements. Facilitate group supervision and consultation Review documentation to ensure quality of services. Ensure documentation is completed in a timely, thorough and individualized manner, including medical necessity, comprehensive assessments, and treatment plans Complete staff performance evaluations. Provide ongoing feedback and support regarding staff's strengths and needs, developing ongoing plans to address need areas. Provide regular 1:1 supervision with supervisees, based on New Directions policies and procedures, to ensure that staff utilize strength-based language and approaches with families, and engage with systems and other service providers to ensure a collaborative approach Ensure New Directions policies and procedures are adhered to regarding staff resignations/terminations and hires; Working in collaboration with the Human Resources department in recruiting, interviewing, hiring and orienting/training new staff, student interns and/or program volunteers Apprise COO of any significant issues regarding staff. Monitor CONNECTIONS and Netsmart according to all record requirements and outcomes for cases assigned to agency. Review case files for accuracy and completion of all required documentation. Provide therapists with ongoing "open-door" supervision, as needed to process crisis situations, as well as for day-to-day troubleshooting Liaison with psychiatrist Provide for caseload coverage during absences and vacancies Clinical and Quality Improvement Ensure fidelity to the use of evidence-based practices Develop and review outcome measures and coach supervisees around improvement strategies Collaboration: Represent agency in community or inter-agency activities Develop strong relationships with OCFS and DOH and remain abreast of system developments Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure consistent implementation of treatment plans, positive communication, and problem resolution Develop and maintain relationships with Managed Care Organizations for coordination of care purposes. Agency Standards/Norms: Participate in regular supervision (per New Directions policy and procedure) Attend all mandatory in-service trainings as per NDYFS policy, OCFS, and DOH requirements Maintain a flexible schedule based around youth and staff needs, including evenings Adhere to agency and department policies and procedures Utilize normative culture Perform all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), LCSW-R preferred, or Licensed Psychologist - Minimum five years of experience providing therapeutic services within the scope of practice - Supervisory experience preferred - Knowledge of child welfare and Medicaid Special – Personal Skills, Qualities, Aptitudes and Physical Requirements New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Ability to work effectively with clients, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Ability to deal effectively with children/youth with behavioral, emotional and/or mental health challenges and their families. 3. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. 4. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. 5. Ability to interface with people (groups and individuals) and communicate within various mediums (logbooks, E-mail, telephone, written). 6. Must have excellent organizational and communication/interaction skills. 7. Must have a valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy. 8. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 1 job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy. 9. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions. POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioners (6-8)

Clinical Director

Official Position Title: Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner Position Summary:As a Residential Social Worker, your role involves assisting young people aged 12-18 and their families through counseling, education, and support. You'll collaborate with a team of professionals to establish goals for each child and family while assessing their specific needs. Additionally, you'll provide therapy, address issues such as substance use, and offer support for mental health challenges. Your primary responsibility is to ensure that the young individuals you serve receive the necessary support for their success. This includes maintaining records and assisting with tasks like court hearings and connecting them with community resources. New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Skills and Qualifications: <ul><li>Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC or LMHC-P), or Licensed Psychoanalyst, or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) under the supervision of LCSW/Licensed Psychologist, or Psychiatrist</li><li>LMSW or LMHC candidates may be considered with the stipulation that licensure must be obtained within 90 days of hire.</li></ul> Pay and benefits: <ul><li>3 weeks of paid time off your first year.</li><li>An additional 13 agency holidays.</li><li>Access to life, dental and medical insurance.</li><li>401k with up to 3% agency matching.</li><li>Tuition Assistance.</li><li>Student Loan Assistance</li><li>$47,000 - $53,050/yr your first year (based on degree and experience).</li><li>Primarily Monday - Friday, 9:00 - 5:00, with some flexibility required and given.</li><li>Mileage reimbursement</li><li>Agency provided cell phone and laptop computer.</li><li>Join our company, where over 30% of our staff have been with us for 10 years or more.</li></ul> We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply. Job Description Title: Licensed Behavioral Health Practitioner Department: 29I Health Facility Title of Immediate Supervisor: Treatment Team Supervisor - North POSITION SUMMARY: LBHP provides counseling and education and assists youth to develop skills to meet their goals. Provides case management services with a focus on permanency to include individual, family, and group interventions to the youth and youth families served by the agency. Works well in an interdisciplinary treatment team including social work, psychiatry, nursing, educational, and paraprofessional staff. Maintains all record keeping requirements, correspondence, and documentation needed to conduct the most professional case management. Promotes equality practices. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: ▪ Establishes individualized client and family centered treatment goals for children utilizing historical and current available information in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team. ▪ Completes comprehensive assessments to assess for level of risk, trauma, daily living skills, substance use/abuse or dependency, risk of or exposure to violence, individual and family strengths, developmental and mental health diagnosis and needs, and other assessments as necessary. ▪ Assists children and youth to develop skills as defined in treatment goals. ▪ Provides psychiatric supports and therapy. ▪ Provides individual counseling and treatment, substance abuse counseling and treatment, trauma-informed counseling and treatment, family and group counseling and traditional counseling. ▪ Promotes integration with community resources and skill building. ▪ Provides psychoeducation and wellness education. ▪ Communicates with family, case planning staff and medical practitioners.as part of a multi-disciplinary team. ▪ Enhances compliance with behavioral expectations. ▪ Utilizes interventions drawn from evidence-based psychotherapeutic methodology. ▪ Structures interventions to decrease problem behavior and increase developmentally appropriate pro-social behavior. ▪ Provides case management services to the youth assigned. ▪ Build positive and collaborative relationships with county, direct care staff, youth and families and systems. ▪ Facilitates youth referrals to other agencies or service providers as requested and appropriate and provides aftercare to link to school, employment, mental health services and/or housing as indicated based on treatment plan. ▪ Maintains timeliness and quality of written reports, FASP and records. ▪ Serve as a liaison and ambassador for the agency and the community while working collaboratively with permanency support programs. ▪ Participates in multi-disciplinary treatment team to collaborate and coordinate services for youth i.e., health services, school, appointments, activities family time, schedules and community supports. ▪ Attends CSE meetings for youth. ▪ Actively participates in regularly scheduled supervision. ▪ Provides direct services at all office locations, in family’s home and community. ▪ Engage with youth to build healthy relationships, provide crisis support, partner with the family to prepare and maintain consistent family time. ▪ Partner with the family to develop and review home safety plans, incorporating external safety assessments/court orders. ▪ Maintains and manages case records in accordance with OCFS, Department of Social Services, Family Court and CSE guidelines documenting diligent effort to achieve permanency and transitions. ▪ Engage youth in the creation of their individualized Lifebook. ▪ Enroll and participate with youth in external permanency resources i.e., Blue Book, photo listing, adoption resources, Family Finding Events, Heart Gallery, and Family Fest. ▪ Case plan and/or provide aftercare services as contracted by LDSS with NDYFS. ▪ Case plan and/or complete Transition Plan with youth. ▪ Attend permanency resource trainings i.e., family finding training, case mining, kinship and kin-gap opportunities. ▪ Exploring community resources with youth to meet the youth’s level of independent living skills for successful transition to permanency. ▪ Knowledgeable about ICWA and form working relationships with SNY Indian nations. ▪ Screen adoptive resources and complete home studies for freed youth. ▪ Facilitate permanency round tables with multi-disciplinary teams regularly. ▪ Prepare reports, petitions, and attend family court. ▪ Attends all mandatory in-service training and regularly attends supervision meetings. ▪ Attends other training and in-services as needed to maintain a level of expertise in the field. ▪ Any additional duties assigned by immediate supervisor SKILL, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY &amp; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills Education • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC or LMHC-P), or Licensed Psychoanalyst, or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) under the supervision of LCSW/Licensed Psychologist, or Psychiatrist - Experience in the provision of individual family and group psychotherapy to adolescents and their families preferred. - Experience in providing services to those who are substance use disordered and/or in acute crisis preferred. • LMSW or LMHC candidates may be considered with the stipulation that licensure must be obtained within 90 days of appointment. Other All LBHPs must comply with all of the following: • Complete required background checks: - NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR) - NYS Sex Offender Registry (SOR) - NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) fingerprinting - NYS Justice Center Staff Exclusion List (SEL) - NYS OMIG Medicaid Exclusion List • Complete mandated reporter training • Compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations to include NYSED guidance Special – Personal Skills, Qualities, Aptitudes and Physical Requirements New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Ability to work effectively with youth, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Ability to deal effectively with youth and/or families. 3. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. 4. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. 5. Ability to interface with people (groups and individuals) and communicate within various mediums (logbooks, E-mail, telephone, written). 6. Must have excellent organizational and communication/interaction skills. 7. Must have a valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy. 8. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 2 job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy. 9. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions.

Residential Social Worker

Position: Teachers Aide Position Summary: We are looking for an applicant to help our students throughout the school day. This may included helping them with their work, keeping them on task during class, supporting them in times of frustration and more. Your help will support the classroom team to ensure our students progress toward the goals and objectives outlined in both their Individual Education Plan and the Service Plan. New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Pay and benefits <ul><li>Paid school breaks during the school year, plus additional paid time off.</li><li>Access to life, dental and medical insurance.</li><li>401k with up to 3% agency matching.</li><li>$15.78 - $16.98/hr your first year. Additional raises guaranteed.</li><li>Great schedule. Earn while they learn Monday - Friday 7:45a - 2:45p.</li><li>Join our company, where over 30% of our staff have been with us for 10 years or more.</li></ul> Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills <ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent (required)</li><li>Teacher Assistant Certification (preferred)</li><li>Experience with emotionally disturbed and/or learning disabled students (preferred)</li></ul> We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply. Job Description Job Title: Teacher Aide Department: HGLCS Title of Immediate Supervisor: Teacher POSITION SUMMARY: To aid the Teacher in directing the academic, social, and emotional growth of students so that each student progresses toward the goals and objectives outlined in both the Individual Education Plan and the Service Plan. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: 1. To aid the classroom Teacher in directing student behavior and activities so that the accomplishment of goals is facilitated. 2. Create a learning climate that is conducive to the student’s intellectual, social, and emotional development. 3. Maintain records of student progress. 4. Work with individual students or groups of students on special instructional projects. 5. Provide information that will assist in the development of appropriate learning experiences. 6. Develop classroom materials. 7. Assist students in the use of available resources. 8. Supervise students as they move between instructional areas. 9. Provide supervision in hallways or lunchroom when necessary. 10. Operate reproduction and other clerical devices. 11. Perform other duties as required by the Principal. 12. Attend Service Plan Reviews if requested by Teacher. 13. Support Campus School wide PBIS Program. 14. Maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and First Aid/CPR certification provided by the agency. 15. Attend all mandatory in-service training and regularly attends supervision meetings. Attends other training and in-services as needed to maintain a level of expertise in the field. 16. Any additional duties assigned by immediate supervisor. SKILL, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY &amp; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills High School diploma or equivalent. Teacher Assistant Certification Preferred. Experience with emotionally disturbed and/or learning disabled students preferred but not required. Special – Personal Skills, Qualities, Aptitudes and Physical Requirements New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Ability to work effectively with youth, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Ability to deal effectively with hostile youth and/or families. 3. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. 4. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. 5. Ability to interface with people (groups and individuals) and communicate within various mediums (logbooks, E-mail, telephone). 6. Must have a valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy. 7. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 3 job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy. 8. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions.

Teacher Aide

New Directionsis an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. YOUTH SUPPORT SPECIALIST- On Call(0-25 hours a week)available evenings/weekends BENEFITS Generous Paid Time Off; up to 14 paid holidays per year; medical dental and vision coverage; life insurance; 401k with employer matching and health savings accounts; wellness programs, healthy lifestyle incentives and employee assistance programs COMPENSATION $19.00 per hour POSITION SUMMARY:Provides guidance &amp; support to the youth in a community-based AOBH. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: 1. Awakens children each morning and ensures youth are dressed, fed, and ready for school or other activity. 2. Gives instructions to youth regarding desirable health and personal habits. 3. Plans and leads recreational activities and participates or instructs youth in games. 4. Provides unit residents with direction and discipline according to unit and agency policies and procedures, and rules and regulations of NYSOCFS. 5. Makes minor repairs to clothing. 6. Escorts youth to designated activities. 7. Performs housekeeping duties in youth living area. Supervises housekeeping activities of other workers in assigned section of institution. 8. Provides supervision of youth on living unit according to individual needs as determined by Program Coordinator and Manager. 9. Works cooperatively as an employee of the agency and a member of unit treatment team to maintain therapeutic milieu and actively contributes to Living Unit design. 10. Is available to residents for crisis intervention, assistance in decision making, life space counseling, fosters a holistic system approach to treatment, etc. 11. Delivers or assists in provision of independent living skills training. 12. Interacts in a manner consistent with NYSDSS Regulation #1441.19 Appropriate Custodial Conduct in order to be an appropriate role model. 13. Provides additional coverage on unit as needed in order to assure a proper staff ratio is maintained at all times. 14. Maintains unit recording procedures and completes other paperwork as required by agency, living unit, and NYSOCFS. 15. Interacts with and is available to families of youth, sets appropriate limits as determined by supervisor, agency and procedures. 16. Encourages academic achievement by supervising homework, being supportive, etc. 17. Assists in carrying out medical directives, treatment and instructions from Health Services. 18. Designs and facilitates daily unit groups. 19. Maintains Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification and First Aid/CPR Training as provided by Agency. 20. Attends all mandatory in-service training, team meetings, and regularly attends and participates in supervision meetings. Attends other treatment-oriented training, seminars and workshops as appropriate to broaden and strengthen child care skills. 21. All duties as assigned by supervisor. SKILL, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY &amp; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills • Bachelor’s degree preferred • High School Diploma/GED • One to two years related experience and/or training; or • Equivalent combination of education and experience Special – Personal Skills, Qualities, Aptitudes and Physical Requirements New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Ability to work and interact effectively with youth, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. 3. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. 4. Ability to interface with people (groups and individuals) and communicate within various mediums (logbooks, E-mail, telephone). 5. Must have a valid driver’s license, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy. 6. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 3 job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy. 7. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions.

On-call/Per diem Youth Support Specialist

Position Title: Adventure Recreation Youth Support Specialist Are you passionate about using adventure as a path to growth? We’re looking for someone who can inspire youth through activities like kayaking, hiking, and creative pursuits, all while fostering a safe, therapeutic environment. As an Adventure Recreation Youth Support Specialist, you'll guide young people (ages 12-18) in exploring their potential, building resilience, and developing life skills. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact through outdoor recreation and compassion-driven support, we’d love to have you join our team. New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with. Pay and benefits <ul><li>120 hours of paid time off your first year, not including an additional 13 agency holidays.</li><li>Access to life, dental and medical insurance.</li><li>401k with up to 3% agency matching.</li><li>$19.00 - 20.00/hr for your first year. Additional raises guaranteed for full time positions.</li><li>Consistent schedule for full time employees. Flexible schedule for on-call employees.</li><li>Join our company, where over 30% of our staff have been with us for 10 years or more.</li><li>$250 bonus after 6 months.</li></ul>Minimum Education and Skills <ul><li>High school Diploma/GED(required).</li><li>Valid driver's license(required).</li></ul> We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply. Full Job Description Job Title: Adventure Recreation Youth Support Specialist Department: Residential Services Title of Immediate Supervisor: Recreation Supervisor POSITION SUMMARY: The Adventure Recreation Youth Support Specialist is responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing and directing activity programs with a therapeutic lens for youth growth and development. While planning and facilitating a variety of recreation activities offered, will consider the physical, creative, cognitive, social, spiritual, and community-based needs of New Directions’ youth. Responsible for ensuring safety, collaboration, and goal setting within all programming. RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: 1. Plan, organize, and conduct a variety of therapeutic recreational activities for individual youth and groups daily. 2. Create and maintain a trauma informed environment to support youth in achieving self-regulation and reaching their therapeutic goals. 3. Provide therapeutic crisis intervention in the event of acute emotional and/or physical acting out, educate, provide and utilize sensory items as appropriate to assist in self-regulation. 4. Assist and facilitate regular activity debriefing with youth. 5. Communicate observations and pertinent information especially following an incident to the multidisciplinary team: Social Workers, Sr. Youth Support Specialist, Youth Support Specialist Supervisor, Residential Director and/or other members of the treatment team for treatment collaboration and safety planning. 6. Maintains program records, contact hours and data tracking for Performance Quality Improvement which also supports accreditation compliance. 7. Plan, schedule, and conduct formal sessions that teach skills for a variety of activities, educational programs and opportunities in camping, kayaking, swimming, hiking, biking, snowshoeing, skiing, challenge course and general adventure. 8. Organize and direct clubs and other special interest groups by season including but not limited to activities such as arts and crafts, book club, and living skill activities. 9. Maintain level of comfort and basic knowledge with therapeutic animals. 10. Introduce and involve youth in community based recreational and charitable activities. 11. Assist with supervision of youth as needed during mealtimes, de-escalation, transport, and support staff for special events. Assist in agency needs for transportation. 12. Provide input into the design of weekly/seasonal recreation services to ensure that programming matches the interest and needs of the youth and campus. 13. Explore ways to effectively provide opportunities to the youth as well as ways to expand program options. 14. Monitor environment and activities for the safety and welfare of the participating youth. 15. Assists in the maintenance, storage, and use of recreation equipment to ensure the safety and health of all of participants. 16. Document youth attendance, progress notes and incidents. 17. Maintains Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and First Aid/CPR certification provided by the agency. 18. Attend all mandatory in-service trainings, supervision meetings and other relevant trainings to maintain levels of expertise in the field. 19. Assures challenge by choice programming. 20. Performs other duties as requested by immediate supervisor(s). Minimum Education and/or Professional Qualifications/Skills • High School Diploma/GED • Personal or professional experience with indoor &amp; outdoor sports and/or arts such as biking, skiing, hiking, painting, pottery, dance, gardening, general fitness and adventure activity • Must be able to build appropriate, respectful relationships with youth, guide their development, manage groups effectively, participate in overall treatment plan, and be able to exercise common sense and professional judgment. • Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job, including challenge course facilitation and Lifeguard certification within 6 months of hire. New Directions Youth &amp; Family Services, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities to perform essential functions. 1. Ability to work effectively with youth, families, staff and community contacts from a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 2. Commitment to youth development. 3. Ability to deal effectively with youth and/or families. 4. Ability to accept supervision and perform as part of a team. 5. Ability to be flexible and adapt to change. 6. Ability to interface with people (groups and individuals) and communicate within various mediums (logbooks, E-mail, telephone). 7. Must have a valid driver’s license for 3 or more years, adequate auto insurance and meet the criteria for driving set forth in the New Directions Driver’s License policy and Auto Insurance policy. 8. Ability to pass annual physical for Category 3 job classification in accordance with New Directions Employee Health policy. 9. Must comply with Agency safety standards and be responsible for own actions and conduct concerning safety and healthy working conditions.

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