Caseworker at Astor Services

City of Poughkeepsie, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Aug, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

19 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Educational Advocacy, Casework, Case Management, Report Writing, Treatment Planning, Discharge Planning, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Community Resource Linkage, Youth Engagement, Bilingual English/Spanish

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Astor Family Therapy & Support Services is a dynamic and supportive team looking for new members to provide educational advocacy and casework services to individuals and their families. Contacts in the home and the community are required, and agency vehicles are provided. When serving as an educational advocate this team member will work collaboratively with the school and family to address any barriers related to stabilization of the youth’s school status. Also, we want people who enjoy engaging youth in social activities to help build their self-esteem, learn new skills while providing guidance to community resources. This is a unique opportunity for all levels of experience, as we offer supportive training, professional growth, and pathways to advancement. Help make a difference and shape the future of children - join our team today. Job Responsibilities: Provides indicated direct casework services to client on assigned caseloads and in accordance with local department of social services regulations. Responsible for submitting written reports for the client record as required by the agency according to time frames set by the program. Responsible for preparing required external accountability reports and forms on case progress for assigned cases to local departments of social services, according to time frames set by local departments of social services. Participates as a member of a treatment team for each assigned case. In addition, responsible for communicating with a multi-disciplinary team, including staff members, to ensure integrated service delivery to the child/family. Along with Clinician/Therapist, serves as a primary provider of appropriate direct services to the child’s family based on need assignment and the treatment plan for the child/family. Coordinates discharge planning and provides indicated aftercare service, including direct service and linkage to other supportive or needed services. What we provide: 4 weeks paid vacation annually. 13 paid holidays. 4 personal days. 1 sick day per month, accruable to 150 days. Fully paid individual LTD and life insurance. Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution. New longevity incentives. Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need. Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment. Room for growth and advancement within the organization. Join Astor Services – Apply Now! Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families, while helping them meet their full potential? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need, while changing the trajectory of their life. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team. Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive. Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories! Requirements You must have: · Bachelor’s Degree. · Valid Driver’s License. You should have: · Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Responsibilities

Provide direct casework and educational advocacy services to children and families to address barriers to school stabilization. Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated services and manage discharge planning and aftercare.