Community-Based Therapeutic Support Specialist

The Children's Home; North Greece (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Staff Discounts at Community Center

Professional Development

Job summary

The Children\'s Home is seeking dedicated staff to provide CPST and PSR services to youth under 21. You will build strong therapeutic relationships, support caregivers, and communicate needs with the care team as part of a structured treatment plan.

Role requires at least 2 years in the human services field, a high school diploma or GED for PSR, and a bachelor\'s degree for CPST; a valid driver\'s license is mandatory for transport and fieldwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Human Services.
• Education requirements include High School Diploma/GED for PSR and Bachelor's for CPST.

Responsibilities

• Provide CPST services.
• Build therapeutic relationships with youth and families as per treatment plan.
• Promote caregiver-child relationships per plan.
• Identify and communicate behavioral, emotional, or medical needs with consented providers.
• Confer with supervisor and program director on progress.
• Complete administrative tasks: scheduling visits, planning activities, and documentation.
• Provide safe transportation as part of service delivery.
• Collaborate with families and other providers for comprehensive care.

Skills

CPST background

PSR background

DBT knowledge

Youth support

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

The Children\'s Home is seeking dedicated staff to provide CPST and PSR services to youth under 21. You will build strong therapeutic relationships, support caregivers, and communicate needs with the care team as part of a structured treatment plan.

Role requires at least 2 years in the human services field, a high school diploma or GED for PSR, and a bachelor\'s degree for CPST; a valid driver\'s license is mandatory for transport and fieldwork.