Community Psychiatry CPST Specialist - Home Visits

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,608 - 82,793; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Professional growth opportunities

Reimbursement for transportation costs

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) Specialist in New York City. This role involves direct support for children and families by providing focused interventions addressing behavioral health needs, developing service plans, and delivering psychoeducation. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s with relevant experience, great communication skills, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Competitive pay is offered, motivating you to make a real difference in children’s lives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related field, or Bachelor's plus 2 years of experience.
• Comfort with home visits, flexible schedule (evenings/weekends).
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Work with children and families in their homes and communities.
• Provide counseling, strategies, and crisis management.
• Develop personalized, goal-oriented service plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Bilingual (Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali)

Flexibility for home visits

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years’ experience in related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) Specialist in New York City. This role involves direct support for children and families by providing focused interventions addressing behavioral health needs, developing service plans, and delivering psychoeducation. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s with relevant experience, great communication skills, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Competitive pay is offered, motivating you to make a real difference in children’s lives.