Family Therapist Jobs in New York

Job Title: Social Worker/ Functional Family Therapist Company: The Children's Aid Society Location: Bronx, NY Description: Social Worker/ Functional Family Therapist, Bronx Intensive Preventive & Aftercare Program**Position is located in the Bronx at The Children's Aid Society's Bronx Family Center Annex**Provide home-based Functional Family Therapy (FFT) to families of disconnected youth ages 12-18;Use the Functional Family Therapy model, instruments and procedures;Maintain excellent record keeping as required by child welfare standards and FFT procedures;Assist others in collection of information for program fidelity and effectiveness;Manage required caseload of approximately 10 families;Work closely with ACS to support FFT intervention and coordinate services for youth and families.Work closely with other CAS programs and departments to coordinate services for youth and families.Participate in program development and enhancement activities to improve outcomes.

Job Title: Family Support Worker, Schenectady (1349) Company: Parsons Child and Family Center Location: Schenectady, NY Description: Parsons, the area’s largest child and family service agency, is dedicated to helping families and their children succeed. Parsons believes that every child should have the opportunity to learn and grow in a loving, caring environment. We are seeking a Family Support Worker to provide in-home support services for families and children in Schenectady County. Specific duties include the following: Work with DSS caseworkers to identify service needs of at-risk families Conduct home visits to families to engage them to obtain needed services Support families to obtain services by making referrals, providing transportation, and accompanying them to appointments (medical, schools, DSS, etc.) Maintain good working relationships with DSS caseworkers Complete progress notes or other case record notes in a timely mannerExperience required A.A. preferred; Knowledge of community services in Schenectady County required Experience required in working to support families to obtain services Valid NY driver’s license and vehicle; ability to work flexible hours Join Parsons and become a part of helping children and families succeed! Parsons is an EEO/AA Employer – M/F/D/V We are Parsons Child and Family Center, the area's largest multi-services agency in Upstate New York dedicated to helping families and their children. Parsons provides services which enable children and families to reach their potential, always respecting the dignity of every individual, the importance of family, and enduring relationships. If you are motivated by new opportunities and seek a stimulating and rewarding career, we invite you to join our diverse team of talented professionals who are dedicated to helping children and families.

Job Title: Family Support Worker p/t Company: Public Health Solutions Location: Brooklyn, NY Description: Job Description & Experience: Location: Bushwick, Brooklyn Bushwick Bright Start, is a Program of Public Health Solutions NOTE: This is a part-time position -approximately 21 hours a week. (See separate listing for similar full-time position.) The Family Support Worker provides families with home-based, culturally competent services in the Bushwick HFNY Program to promote optimal child development, enhance parent-child relationships and improve family support system through weekly home visits. -Activities occur primarily within the family's home and include providing prenatal, parenting and health education. -Activities also include identifying and referring for contacts/appointments at other supportive agencies, including health care appointments. For more information about working at Public Health Solutions and to apply for this position, visit our website at www.healthsolutions.org . We accept online applications only. Public Health Solutions is an EOE. Experience: -Must be bilingual (Spanish). -Associates' Degree in Early Childhood Development, Health, Social Work or related human service field, preferred. -Experience home visiting and working with low-income, racially and ethnically diverse urban families, preferred, but will consider college student pursuing a relevant degree. -High level of maturity and experience working with children (0-3 years old) and their families, preferred. -Knowledge of early childhood development, parenting skills and development of parent-child relationships, preferred. For more information about working at Public Health Solutions and to apply for this position, visit our website at www.healthsolutions.org . We accept online applications only. Apply Online

Job Title: Family Therapist Company: Salvations Army Location: Syracuse, NY Description: The Salvation Army. Doing the most good. The Syracuse Area Salvation Army Office, a dynamic multi-service agency with an outstanding reputation and rich history of service, has an immediate employment opportunity for a dedicated human service professional. Family Therapist This full-time position will provide intensive Functional Family Therapy (FFT) services to up to 12 families identified by child welfare program services who have a 10-17 yr old at risk. Provide comprehensive intake and assessments of assigned clients, assist family members in devising and implementing FFT service plans and strategies of intervention for the family considering all aspects of the family's life and targeting behavioral change for the identified youth. Training in the Functional Family Therapy Model will be provided. Successful candidate must possess a MSW/MA in Human Services field with 1 yr exp, or BSW/BA/BS in Human Services with min 4 years exp working with youth and families. The Salvation Army offers an extremely competitive benefit package to support the well being of our staff!. For more information visit our website at www.sasyr.org . Resumes to: The Salvation Army, Office of Human Resources, 677 S. Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 Or email Register to View EOE

Job Title: Family Advocate Company: Location: Ithaca, NY Description: Responsible for the delivery of home based family involvement, socialization and education services for enrolled pregnant women, infant/toddlers and families; meeting Head Start Program Performance Standards, regulatory requirements, TCAction policies and procedures. Develop strength based family partnerships that support developing and fostering healthy self-concepts, recognition of families as primary teachers as well as responsible guardians of their child?s well being. Provide family involvement and education opportunities, ensuring individualized program access and participation opportunities. Coordinate continuity of services through the creation and implementation of family transition plans.; min. req.: Associates Degree in Human Services, Family Services, Social Services or related field, with 2 years working experience related to education, principles of social work, crisis intervention, or counseling with children and families.; and Experience in data collection, program outcome reporting and regulatory compliance. For detailed job descriptions: access our website: www.tcaction.org.   Mail, fax, or email resume w/ cover letter to Professional Development Director, TCAction, 701 Spencer Road, Ithaca, NY 14850; Fax# Register to View ; email: Register to View   Applications accepted until Friday, March 26, 2010. AA/EEO.