Family Therapist
35 hours per week

Works in the home of older adolescents and their parents to resolve conflicts which have resulted in a PINS application to Family Court.     Specific duties include: assists clients in a family treatment relationship approach, provides progress reports and maintains case records to ensure compliance with policies and regulations, co-facilitates parent groups, determines and insures appropriate community services and supports are accessable to families, provides 24/7 emergency response to enrolled families, and additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

A Masters Degree in a clinical treatment field and a minimum of 2 years experience treating adolescents is required.  Attend a mandatory orientation program.  Valid driver’s license.

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Apartment Counselor (2)
(1)  40 hours week/ Benefit eligible/ Tuesday-Saturday
(2)  15 hours week/ TBD-Evenings, Saturday Morning

Maintain a caseload of residents; provide support, restorative services and life skills to culturally diverse adult population recovering from mental illness and residing in site apartments; document visits and maintain records; and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

H.S. Diploma; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.  Minimum of 1 year experience working with people who have a mental illness.  Must own and operate a vehicle. Must have a valid NYS Driver’s license.

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Family Specialist

ACT Team
35 hours per week (4 day Work Week)

This Professional Clinician is part of a multidisciplinary mobile treatment team serving Rockland County’s most seriously mentally ill individuals.  Provide individual and group clinical mental services; conduct individualized Family Assessments; participate with ACT Team in formulating treatment planning and goal setting;  take lead responsibility for integrating family education and support with the tasks of other team members; offer Family Education and Support to the families of ACT clients; assist client in identifying and clarifying rehabilitation and recovery goals, assist in the development of community support systems and networks; maintain mandated case records and documentation as needed; and be available for 24/7 emergency coverage if needed.

Requirements:

Master’s degree in Mental Health field and a minimum of two years experience working with individuals with serious mental illness from a family perspective required.  Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills needed.  Valid driver's license.

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Parent Partner

Children and Family Services
Part-time/15-18 hours per week/Contract Position

Provide services designed to enhance the health and growth of children and adults in the family unit.  Assist family by introducing and connecting them to activities in the community which foster family cohesion and increases a child’s ability to function as part of a family unit and the family’s ability to care for the child in the home and in community-based settings while supporting siblings.  Specific responsibilities include: contacting family, preparing notes, initiating follow-up, and reviewing the process.

Requirements:

H.S. Diploma with 5 years experience demonstrating a knowledge and familiarity with educational and community support systems for children with special needs OR Associate’s Degree with 3 years of experience as described above OR B.A. Degree with 1 year of experience as described above.  Personal experience advocating for a child with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) or behavioral disorder.  Valid driver’s license.

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Wellness Specialist

ACT Program/ Adult Services

Member of multi-disciplinary team providing mobile treatment to adults with serious and persistent mental illness. Provide individual and group clinical mental services, perform Wellness Assessments; participate with the ACT Team in formulating treatment planning, facilitate Wellness Education and Support Groups, maintain timely mandated case records, available for 24/7 emergency coverage and additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

BA in physical/mental health or LPN or CASAC eligible with 2 years related experience.  Valid Driver’s License.

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Medical Insurance Specialist
40 hours per week/Overtime Eligible

Coordinate the collection of monies from insurance carriers and clients for Recovery Services and Elmwood Club.   Specific responsibilities include checking medical insurance, Medicaid eligibility and benefits for clients; informing clients of fees; conducting pre-certification of services; following up and determining reasons of denials; acting as primary program liaison with insurance companies; setting up pay schedules to ensure payment is processed in a timely manner; maintaining data base records; preparing and submitting reports and additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

High School Diploma and two years of clerical experience. One-year experience must be from working in a medical office or treatment facility setting. Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills needed.  Valid driver's license.

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Activity Worker
2 hours week  (Tuesday)

Children and Family Services
Project In-Joy
Valley Cottage

Assists and leads yoga and social group activities; coordinates and organizes activities with Activity Specialist, maintains attendance logs and progress notes, maintains supplies and cleanliness of activity area; participates in staff meetings, performs a variety of supportive client related services and additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

High School Diploma, ability to understand and effectively discharge oral and written direction, ability to get along well with others, flexibility.  GED and 1 year experience conducting group activities with children may be substituted for High School Diploma.  Experience with children diagnosed with developmental disabilities preferred.  Valid driver’s license.

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Supported Housing Counselor
30 hours per week (benefits eligible)

Responsible for performing duties associated with an independent living program offering individualized and flexible supportive services that are linked to residency and finances for adults recovering from mental illness.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to: providing recipient with information about available community services; assisting recipient with tenancy issues; developing and carrying out service plan with recipient; providing monthly visits; maintaining case records for all recipients as required; assisting/supporting recipient securing subsidies; and meeting with treatment providers and families.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in a health or human services field and 1 year related experience or an Associate’s Degree in a health or human services field with three years related experience or five years direct experience with adult mentally ill individuals.  Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive agency vehicles and personal vehicle, as needed.

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Senior Residence Counselor
40 hours per week/Overtime Eligible

Provide supervision and support to adults recovering from mental illness.   Specific duties include but are not limited to:  filling-in for the Program Supervisor in his/her absence; assisting in the supervision of Residence Counselors; assisting with  staff meetings and case conferences; complying with program practices and procedures, attending meetings or events as directed; maintaining an effective working relationship with other community agencies, organizations, groups and/or individuals; ordering inventory and supplies; and completing MHA or state sponsored In-Service Training Programs.

Requirements:

BA/BS + 1 year experience or AA with 3 years years experience or H.S. with 5 years experience.  Previous experience with diverse populations recovering from mental illness.  Current Driver’s license.

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Relief Counselor
Part-time

Provide daily supervision and support to culturally diverse adults recovering from mental illness illness and residing in community based congregate settings.

Requirements:

High School graduate or equivalent with some college coursework in Human Services preferred. Experience working with diverse populations recovering from mental illness. Valid NYS Driver’s license.

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Relief Drivers
Per Diem/Flexible Hours

Transport consumers to and from programs and various locations as directed. Duties include but are not limited to: monitor consumers while in transit; maintain attendance, maintenance and mileage logs; and perform ongoing maintenance checks.

Requirements:

Valid Commericial Driver’s License (CDL.)  Must comply with all OMH and 19A regulations regarding background checks and the recertification of drivers.  Minimal vehicle maintenance skills also required.  Experience with diverse populations recovering from mental illness preferred.

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