PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION SERVICE PROVIDER:
THE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, INC.
Part-time positions are available in our Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) program. Work “Per Diem” (19 or less hours per week) in an innovative community based program.
Boost your income! Non-traditional hours are available based on your schedule/availability.
Our clients may have difficulty engaging in formal office settings but can benefit from home and community-based rehabilitative services.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Restore and rehabilitate a child’s developmentally appropriate functioning as necessary for the integration of the child as an active and productive member of her/his family and community.
The services may include:
· Promote personal and community competence, personal independence, autonomy, and mutual supports by developing and strengthening the individual’s independent community living skills and integration into the community.
· Build and enhance social and interpersonal skills (to increase community tenure and avoid more restrictive placements)
· Build and enhance personal relationships
· Establish support networks
· Increase community awareness
· Develop coping strategies
· Build and enhance daily living skills to improve self-management of the negative effects of psychiatric, emotional and physical health, and developmental or substance use symptoms that interfere with a person’s daily living.
· Promote personal autonomy skills such as learning to manage stress, unexpected daily events and disruptions, and behavioral/physical health symptoms with confidence.
· Community integration includes implementing learned skills so the child can remain in her/his natural community location and achieve developmentally appropriate functions in the following areas: social skills, health skills, and effectively responding to or avoiding identified precursors or triggers that result in functional impairments.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License and reliable transportation required.
- Must possess a High School Diploma/Equivalency Diploma and have a minimum of 2 (two) years of experience in children’s mental health service, addiction and/or foster care services.
At The Neighborhood Center, Inc, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to the success of our organization and are dedicated to creating a workplace that welcomes and values all individuals. We strive to create a culture that fosters respect, openness, and understanding, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for open positions.
Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We are committed to creating a work environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, and we expect all employees to share in this commitment.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe that you would be a good fit for our organization, we encourage you to apply for any open positions that match your qualifications and experience. We look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know you better.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $27.00 per hour
COVID-19 considerations:
Our agency is diligently following governmental and expert guidance with protocols in place to ensure that our worksites are safe for our employees and clients.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- of the provision of mental health services: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: In person
