Foster Care Social Therapist - Bilingual Bonus

New Alternatives for Children, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is seeking a Sociotherapist in the Foster Care and Adoption Department. This full-time position is based in New York City and offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team dedicated to at-risk children and families.

The ideal candidate will be strength-based, solution-oriented, and capable of building strong relationships with families. The role involves collaboration with school staff and community partners, and bilingual skills are a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, special education, or related human service field is required.
• Direct experience working with children/youth is required.
• Experience working with children with emotional challenges, intellectual disabilities and medical complexities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• W orks directly with the child to develop and strengthen social, emotional and academic skills; collaborates with the case planning team for foster care placement.
• Develops and implements a behavioral plan with input from school staff, child, foster parents and guardians to optimize functioning and mental health.
• Identifies community resources for the child as needed.
• Advocates for the child within school and coordinates with NAC's Education, Health Homes, and Mental Health Departments.
• Maintains accurate and timely record keeping.
• Facilitates and supervises visits between the child and family; assists with case work activities as needed.
• Maintains weekly contact (in person and virtual) with foster parent and child; two contacts per month in the foster home.
• Participates in family-team and interdisciplinary conferences.

Skills

Behavior analysis

Conflict resolution

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal communication

Spanish desirable

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology/social work/special education

Job description

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is seeking a Sociotherapist in the Foster Care and Adoption Department. This full-time position is based in New York City and offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team dedicated to at-risk children and families.

The ideal candidate will be strength-based, solution-oriented, and capable of building strong relationships with families. The role involves collaboration with school staff and community partners, and bilingual skills are a