Youth Development Specialist

TAG MedStaffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A healthcare client in Bronx, NY is hiring a Socio-Therapist to develop and implement behavior plans for youth in foster care. This temp-to-perm opportunity involves fieldwork and teamwork to ensure the safety and well-being of at-risk youth, making a meaningful impact on their development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience working with youth in a behavioral health setting preferred.
• Ability to engage with youth and a commitment to trauma-informed care required.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement behavior plans for therapeutic youth.
• Provide direct crisis intervention and support.
• Maintain up-to-date case records and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Behavior Management

Crisis Intervention

Trauma-Informed Care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services

Job description

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Our healthcare client in Bronx, NY, is hiring a Socio-Therapist to develop and implement behavior plans for therapeutic youth. This temp-to-perm opportunity involves fieldwork and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the safety and well-being of youth in foster care. Join our client’s team to make a meaningful impact on at-risk youth while contributing to their development and overall well-being.

Compensation: $25/hour

Location: Bronx, NY

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 35 hours/week

Responsibilities as the Socio-Therapist (BSW):

• Behavior Management: Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior plans for youth, conducting weekly home visits and providing life skills education.
• Crisis Intervention: Provide direct crisis intervention and support for treatment parents and youth as needed.
• Documentation: Maintain up-to-date case records, including progress notes and assessments, and participate in required meetings and conferences.
• Collaboration: Work with interdisciplinary teams and community resources to support the comprehensive service planning for each youth.
• Field Work: Conduct face-to-face visits, attend court, and engage with youth and families to ensure their needs are met.

Qualifications for the Socio-Therapist (BSW):

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field required.
• Experience: 1-2 years of experience working with children or youth in a behavioral health, social services, or foster care setting preferred.
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to engage with youth, and a commitment to trauma-informed care.
• Other: Valid driver’s license preferred, flexible schedule with some evenings required, and a hybrid schedule available after training.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

ID #39962

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider and Other

• Industries

  Health and Human Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Staffing and Recruiting

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Paid maternity leave

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