Community-Based Youth Support Therapist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts at the SouthernTier

Opportunities for Professional Develop

Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course,

License Exam

403(b) with 6% employer contribution

PTO + 9 paid holidays

Childcare Reimbursement

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

The Children's Home is seeking compassionate CPST/PSR staff to support youth under 21 through DBT-informed services, focusing on home, school, and community functioning.

Roles require High School Diploma/GED for PSR and Bachelor's for CPST; two years in human services and a valid driver's license are required. Opportunities include CPST and PSR under supervision, with comprehensive benefits for staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required for PSR position.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field required for CPST position.
• 2 years experience in Human Service field required.
• Driver's License and ability to maintain insurability throughout employment required.

Responsibilities

• Provide CPST.
• Build strong and supportive, therapeutic relationships with youth and their families that meet their needs and follow their treatment plan.
• Promote the caregiver-child relationship in accordance with the established treatment plan.
• Timely identify and effectively communicate all behavioral, emotional or medical needs with consented providers that are involved in the youth's care.
• Confer regularly with the program supervisor, licensed professional, and program director as needed on each child's progress.
• Providers are responsible for completing required administrative functions, including scheduling visits with child/youth, planning activities with youth, and completing all documentation requirements in a timely manner.
• Providers are responsible for providing safe transportation as a part of service delivery.
• Providers must collaborate with child/youth, family members, and other involved service providers to provide comprehensive care.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

The Children's Home is seeking compassionate CPST/PSR staff to support youth under 21 through DBT-informed services, focusing on home, school, and community functioning.

Roles require High School Diploma/GED for PSR and Bachelor's for CPST; two years in human services and a valid driver's license are required. Opportunities include CPST and PSR under supervision, with comprehensive benefits for staff.