Youth & Family Intervention Specialist – IDD Support

Access: Supports for Living; Town of Vernon (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Access: Supports for Living is seeking a dedicated clinician to work with youth in Westchester County who are at risk of placement outside the home. The role collaborates with families to develop safety plans and conducts comprehensive assessments to identify needs and strengths.

Responsibilities include training parents to keep children safe at home, driving to homes and community sites for sessions, connecting families with local resources, and attending CSE meetings as appropriate; bilingual

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with accurate attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to navigate electronic health records (EHR).
• Able to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility in adjusting work plan to meet families' needs.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with families to create safety plans for youth in this program.
• Conduct assessments of youth and families' strengths, needs, and behavioral concerns.
• Provide training and support to parents on how to keep their child safe at home.
• Drive to homes and community locations for sessions and outreach to the community.
• Connect the family to local resources.
• Attends CSE meetings and other appointments with the family as appropriate.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Navigate Electronic Health Records

Adaptability

Flexible planning

Education

Master's in Human Services (preferred)

Bachelor's degree (required)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Access: Supports for Living is seeking a dedicated clinician to work with youth in Westchester County who are at risk of placement outside the home. The role collaborates with families to develop safety plans and conducts comprehensive assessments to identify needs and strengths.

Responsibilities include training parents to keep children safe at home, driving to homes and community sites for sessions, connecting families with local resources, and attending CSE meetings as appropriate; bilingual