Outpatient mental health clinic seeking LCSW to provide leadership and supervision to a mobile team working with 5 middle schools in Brooklyn. Responsibilities include supervision of LMSW and family advocate, psychosocial assessment of students presenting with mental health issues, mental health consultation and education for school staff, de-escalation of crises, and ongoing project reports.

Opportunity to be creative and develop a new program.

Experience working with adolescents and knowledge of the public school system.

Spanish and Creole speaking a plus

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POSITION SUMMARY
The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) is a nationally recognized, dynamic nonprofit organization dedicated to providing immediate, effective and comprehensive employment services to men and women with recent criminal convictions. CEO is seeking a parttime Social Worker to work Mondays through Wednesdays from 1:00p.m. to 6:00p.m., with occasional evenings.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)
 Facilitate group parenting skills sessions three days a week
 Counsel participants individually as needed. Counseling may include participant’s partners and /or children.
 Provide conflict management, both through own efforts and through referrals to CEO’s contracted mediation service as needed.
 Encourage and assist participants in setting and achieving long-term and short-term goals.
 Observe and document the interaction between participants and their partners and/or children, as well as their interaction with other participants in groups.
 Track participant progress through other CEO programs and record all contacts (personal
and by telephone) in the Salesforce System.
 Assess client’s needs and refer clients to appropriate services.
 Conduct evening group sessions as needed for participants employed or unable to attend
daytime groups and/or activities.
 Maintain case records and document all activity in our database, Salesforce.com
 Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

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The Institute for Family Health is a major community healthcare organization founded in 1983, accredited by the Joint Commission, and recognized as a Primary Care Medical Home by the National Committee for Quality Assurance. The Institute owns and operates 17 full time and nine part time community practices in Manhattan, the Bronx, and the Mid-Hudson Valley. We provide quality primary care, dental care and behavioral healthcare services to over 80,000 patients. We pride ourselves on our patient-centered care approach, supported by a fully integrated electronic health record and practice management system.

Expansion has created full-time, part-time, evening and weekend opportunities in New York City for licensed behavioral health staff.

Specific openings include:
Regional Director, SW Mgr, Care Managers (RN, LPN, MSW) Certified Play Therapists, PhD Psychologists, Medical SW LMSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC

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The Office of Disability Services (ODS) at The School of Visual Arts (SVA) is looking for a Classroom Assistant to work with a student with Asperger’s Syndrome. The student has been attending SVA for 3 years, and is working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Illustration. His disability manifests through difficulty in communication, social skills, and academics. While his academic standing has remained intact thus far, he has started to encounter difficulty focusing in class and will benefit from periodic redirection and structure. Below is a detailed description of the role a Classroom Assistant would play, along with the support the ODS will provide during this appointment.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation act of 1973, The Classroom Assistant position will be limited to activities that promote equal access to this student. This position will not entail any responsibilities akin to being a personal aid. Therefore, the main goal of this position is to foster appropriate classroom behavior, assist in maintaining focus, and provide cues to the student to stay engaged.

Responsibilities
1. Establish rapport with the student. It will be important to meet prior to attending class to establish a relationship and discuss in detail what the Classroom Assistant will be doing with the student in class each week.
2. Establish guidelines for in-class conduct. This student has struggled to remain consistent in his behavior in class. He tends to arrive late, listen to music loudly on his headphones, disrupt the class with inappropriate questions or comments, and move uncontrollably. However, with established rules and reminders during class, he will be able to focus on his work.
3. Develop a cue system. During the first meeting, establish a way of reminding the student about appropriate behavior (e.g., using note cards to jot down questions to be saved for appropriate times). Also, prompting him to reengage with the task at hand is an important part of this position.
4. Maintain communication with student’s parents and the ODS. This appointment will be funded by the student’s parents, and therefore the Classroom Assistant will be providing reports of progress and feedback to the student’s parents and the ODS. ODS will be involved as well to offer advice and support regarding behavior issues and Asperger’s Syndrome.

5. Before and after class meetings. In order to process what happened in each class, these meetings will be held weekly and will give the student a chance to work on improving classroom behavior. It is essential that all rules and boundaries be reviewed at least 5 minutes before the class, and a discussion to ensue after the class on what actually occurred.

The student is currently enrolled in 3 classes:
Monday, 9:00am to 12:00pm
Wednesday, 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Thursday, 9:00am to 12:00pm.

Availability during all the above times is required; however, if this is impossible, at least two of the classes must be staffed with a Classroom Assistant. ODS will also schedule a one hour weekly appointment with the Classroom Assistant to provide support and feedback, during the course of the semester. Classes will be held until Monday, April 30, 2012.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position will be a master’s level student in School Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, Applied Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Previous experience working with individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome is preferred, but not a requirement. The candidate must be patient, yet assertive and must communicate effectively in writing and in person.

Please send a cover letter and resume/CV to the email address: JLoGiudice@sva.edu.

Salary: $11/hr.+ Tuition Reimbursement

We are seeking energetic, responsible and creative people to help developmentally disabled individuals participate in social and recreational activities in their communities and develop connections to their neighbors and neighborhoods.
Your role is to provide assistance to them as they work on paid and volunteer jobs and participate in sports, classes, social events and other community activities. Help participants learn public transportation, make purchases and handle money. Assist in developing friendships, and becoming contributing community members. Work with family members, develop connections to community organizations.

You will be required to fill out required paperwork which will be submitted on a regular basis and to maintain good communication with the agency.

NOTE: Some participants require wheelchair and/or personal care assistance.

High School graduate or GED. Some College preferred. No experience and no certifications are required but you must be a caring and committed individual with a genuine desire to support and help others and sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities.

HOW TO APPLY:
By Email: Indicate open position as email subject to HR@jobpathnyc.org
By Fax: Cover Letter and Resume to HR at (646) 794-8555

Salary: $11/hr. + Tuition Reimbursement

We are seeking energetic, responsible, and creative individuals to help people with developmental disabilities learn to function independently in their homes by providing overnight support and assistance with their morning routines. Support Workers are permitted to sleep when the person supported is asleep. Sleeping hours are paid at the state minimum wage. If the individual is awake you must be awake to assist them at anytime. Additionally, individuals need assistance with their morning routines which begin at 6am on weekdays and 8am on weekends.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Help individuals meet their personal care needs including assistance with preparing breakfast, showering, dressing appropriately, and cleaning.
- Support individuals to take prescribed medicine, complying with all medication administration policies and procedures, including storage, administration and record keeping.
- Enable individuals to achieve independence in all areas of their life by providing appropriate information, opportunity, training, counseling and support.

Additional Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED. Prior experience a plus, but not essential. We are seeking candidates who enjoy active, “people-oriented” work and are sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities. AMAP-certified a plus but not a requirement. However, must be willing to take AMAP course.

HOW TO APPLY:
By Email: Indicate open position as email subject to HR@jobpathnyc.org
By Fax: Cover Letter and Resume to HR at (646) 794-8555

Salary: $11/hr. + Tuition Reimbursement

The Life Coaching Project at Job Path supports young adults who have high functioning Autism / Asperger's syndrome reach their goals whether at college, at home, or out in the community. We are currently looking for open-minded, empathetic, responsible and mature mentors who are in their twenties or older to support individuals at college, at home and out in the community. We are currently looking for part-time mentors for each day of the week and for all boroughs and are happy to employ the right person for one or several days.

You will be required to fill out a daily checklist which will be submitted monthly and to maintain good communication with the agency (Job Path) and family. No experience is required but you must be a caring and committed individual with a genuine desire to support and help others. Training and support will be provided.

NOTE: Some participants require wheelchair and/or personal care assistance.

High School graduate. Some College preferred. No experience and no certifications are required but you must be a caring and committed individual with a genuine desire to support and help others and sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities.

HOW TO APPLY:
By Email: Indicate open position as email subject to HR@jobpathnyc.org
By Fax: Cover Letter and Resume to HR at (646) 794-8555

Salary: $11/hr. + Tuition Reimbursement

We currently have an opening for a COMPANION for a 25-year old man with autism. We are seeking a responsible candidate to assist with his daily living activities. He is interested in attending college. He communicates using facilitated communication. The position involves being his facilitator, i.e. assisting in his communication. To be successful in this position, you must be interested in a one-on-one relationship and developing a friendship. The most important thing is to be pals.

Qualifications: High School diploma or GED. Some College a plus. No experience and no certifications required but you must be a patient, caring and committed individual with a genuine desire to support and help others and must be sensitive to the needs and preferences of people with disabilities.

The main location is the man's home in Queens. Hours are flexible. Please send cover letter and resume including some indication of your schedule availabilities.

HOW TO APPLY:
By Email: "FACILITATOR" as subject heading to AHaselbeck@jobpathnyc.org
By Fax: Cover Letter and Resume Attn: A. Haselbeck at (212) 921-5342

Salary: $22,000 per year
Plus Full Benefits

Two young women with developmental disabilities are seeking a compatible live-in companion who will share their spacious three-bedroom apartment in Hamilton Heights and help them create a comfortable home and satisfying home life. They are seeking a warm and outgoing person who enjoys an active lifestyle. The roommate must ensure that the women are safe and healthy, and also create the feeling of a real home, where three women are sharing their lives.

The women require assistance with shopping, cooking, household tasks, and other daily activities, including help in the morning, as they get ready for the day. Another important aspect of the roommate’s responsibilities is to help the women become involved with people and activities in the local community.

The position requires 35 hours per week of work, including evenings and early mornings. Hours are flexible.

The roommate must sleep in at least five nights per week, but is encouraged to make the apartment her home and has full access to the premises at all times.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Enable individuals to manage their households and their personal care, including personal hygiene, money management, and household tasks such as laundry and meal preparation
• Support people to maintain good health and safety practices, including use of prescribed and other medications, assistance with safety assessments and fire drills, and provision of first aid when necessary
• Enable individuals to become involved in community activities and develop friendships with neighbors and community members
• Help individuals to develop new skills in all areas of their lives
• Maintain timely and accurate records as required by Job Path’s policies and procedures
• Protect and respect people’s rights to privacy, decision making, confidentiality, and personal expression
• Follow and promote Job Path’s policies and procedures, including timely and accurate record keeping and incident reports
• Serve as an active team member, attending meetings, training, and supervisory sessions and contributing ideas and feedback
• Maintain positive relationships and frequent contact with families and other service providers

HOW TO APPLY:
"Roommate" as subject heading to MBuckley@jobpathnyc.org

Job Description:
The Medicaid Service Coordinator facilitates a person-centered approach for support, advocacy, and access to community, employment, medical and personal resources for individuals with a range of developmental disabilities by working with individuals and their families.

Responsibilities include:
• Developing, implementing, maintaining and reviewing the person’s ISP (Individualized Service Plan) every six months, or as needed.
• Coordinating appointments and meetings with service providers to develop the ISP and monitoring progression of person’s valued outcomes.
• Making referrals based on the person’s needs.
• Providing information on services and supports available to the individual and his/her family.
• Scheduling meetings with the individual at least three times a year including one home visit, or as needed.
• Arranging for clinical and other assessments and updating as needed.
• Accompanying the individual to new programs or services and assisting in the placement process.
• Documenting the monthly visits and other contacts with service providers.
• Maintaining and updating all files and records regularly
• Advocate for the rights of participants while ensuring all health, welfare and safety needs are met

Qualifications:
Educational: An associate’s degree in a health or human services field from an accredited college or university or a degree in nursing as a Registered Nurse or an associate‘s degree or a bachelor‘s degree who has a minimum of 60 credits toward a bachelor‘s degree in a field other than health or human services may meet this educational requirement if a minimum of 20 of his/her college credits are in health and human services.
Experiential: One year experience working with people with developmental disabilities or One year experience as a service coordinator/case manager with any population. The minimum experiential level does not have to be met if the person has a master‘s degree in a health or human services field.

Salary: Low to mid 30’s, depending upon degree and experience. Excellent benefits, including tuition reimbursement after nine months.

Cover letter and resume to:
Lauren Enos, Senior Medicaid Service Coordinator
Job Path, 22 W. 38th St., NY, NY 10018
Fax: 212-944-0514
Email: Lenos@jobpathnyc.org