School Services - Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Centra Healthcare QIA is seeking a School Services Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA) for a job in Providence, Rhode Island.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA)
Discipline: School Services
Duration: Ongoing
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Staff
Centra Healthcare QIA Job ID #847924.
Child Welfare Family Support Specialist
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Job Description
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Reports To: Healthy Family America Supervisor Employment Type: Full-Time Salary : $22.00/hr
Are you passionate about empowering families, supporting child development, and creating lasting impact in your community? Children’s Friend is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Family Support Specialist to join our Healthy Families America program.
???? What You’ll Do:
As a Family Support Specialist, you’ll be the trusted partner and advocate for families navigating life’s challenges. Your work will help parents strengthen their relationships with their children and build safer, healthier homes. You will:
Provide home-based support to 12–14 families, including parenting education, health and nutrition guidance, and developmental screenings.
Collaborate with DCYF, schools, mental health providers, and community resources to coordinate care.
Deliver weekly engaging parent-child activities to nurture healthy bonding.
Support families in setting and achieving goals for self-sufficiency and resilience.
Prepare reports, advocate in court, and attend team meetings to ensure quality services.
???? What You Bring:
High School Diploma (Bachelor’s preferred) and 1–3 years of related experience
Knowledge of infant/child development and willingness to build reflective capacity
Bilingual skills and lived experience with diverse communities a plus
A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance
???? Why Join Us?
At Children’s Friend, we don’t just offer a job — we offer purpose. Our supportive and inclusive team is dedicated to uplifting families and making a lasting impact in the community. You’ll enjoy:
A dynamic, mission-driven workplace.
Opportunities to lead, learn, and grow.
A voice in shaping programs that change lives.
???? Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at ****************.
Children’s Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
Medical Dental and Vision coverage
Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance
Flex Spending Accounts
12 Holidays
Competitive Vacation Benefits
Training and Professional Development
Education Assistance
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Behavioral Health Specialist
Family Support Specialist Job In Warwick, RI
International Health and Medical Services delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International Health and Medical Services headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care.
Job Description
This position is contingent on contract award.
International Health and Medical Services is looking for an experienced Behavioral Health Specialists to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health disorders among patients, ensuring they receive appropriate psychiatric care and support. This role includes collaborating with the healthcare team to implement treatment plans, monitor progress, and provide crisis intervention as needed, fostering mental health and well-being within the facility.
Key Responsibilities
Provides direct psychiatric care to patients via onsite and telepsychiatry services for scheduled appointments, emergency, or urgent care visit.
Consults with the Psychiatrist and/or Clinical Director for complex psychiatric patients and as required by client policy.
Provides infirmary care including admission, discharge, and daily rounds for patients that require higher levels of psychiatric care or monitoring.
Performs comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and initiates treatment plans for patients as required by client policy, or as required for patient psychiatric complaint.
Follows client policies in the management of significant mental illness including prevention of violence, homicide, self-harm and suicide.
Applies patient-specific knowledge to monitor and control stress levels and provide emotional support and counseling to patients.
Coordinates psychiatric care needs of patients including referrals to off-site consultants.
Solicits and reviews pertinent psychiatric records as indicated.
Adheres to universal precautions.
May serve as medical escort of patients as needed, for domestic/overseas travel.
Utilizes and documents interpretation and/or translation and/or assisted communication services as needed to ensure ability to communicate with patients or others who are Limited English Proficient (LEP) or have a communication disability or impediment.
Maintains flexibility and adaptability to sudden changes in schedules and work requirements.
Provide on-call coverage as needed after regular work hours and may need to return to the facility outside of normal work hours for urgent mental health needs.
Provides relevant patient education to patients verbally and/or with handouts.
Documents patient care visits in the required health record using required format, in compliance with client policy and guidance.
Maintains patient confidentiality and confidentiality of medical records.
Completes all training as required/assigned.
Attends on-site, regional, and national meetings as required.
Assists in program development, policy review and revisions, and data collection.
This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements/Certifications:
Mental Health Providers consist of Clinical Psychologists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselors/Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors/Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors (LPC/LPCC/LCPC/LMHC/LCMHC) or equivalent.
Must maintain appropriate licensure to conduct mental health evaluation, mental health and substance abuse treatment (i.e. psychotherapy – individual or group; clinical counseling, etc.), mental health diagnosis, segregation monitoring, SMI, monitoring, and assessing suicidality/homicidality risk, and suicide watch contacts.
Must have a minimum of 6 months of full-time experience in behavioral health in direct patient care or the express approval of client Chief Psychiatrist.
Preferred 3-5 years of full-time experience in direct patient care.
Knowledge of training methods and sufficient interpersonal skills to develop a rapport with patients and co-workers when instructional and educational information is presented.
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
Clinical Psychologist - Requires a current, active, valid, and unrestricted license to practice psychology in a State, a territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
One year of specialized experience which includes: performing psychological evaluations, developing behavioral health treatment plans, and providing psychological counseling services.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Requires a current, active, valid, and unrestricted license or certification by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level.
Must have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
Requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience in the field of health care or other social work-related settings OR
A doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting.
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor – Requires a current, active, valid, and unrestricted license to practice at the independent practice level.
Must have at least one year of post-master's or post- doctoral degree mental health counseling experience.
Employees shall have at least one year of general experience that demonstrates the following:
The ability to greet and deal tactfully with the public.
Capability of understanding and applying written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations. All personnel shall be literate and be able to interpret printed rules and regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and must be able to compose reports.
Good judgment, courage, alertness, an even temperament, and render satisfactory performance through knowledge of his/her position responsibilities.
Ability to maintain poise and self-control during situations that involve mental stress, such as fires, explosions, civil disturbances, and building evacuations.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of forensic psychiatry concepts and principles.
Certification as Correctional Healthcare Professional (CCHP).
Knowledge and/or experience with client policies, NCCHC and PBNDS requirements.
Physical Requirements:
This position is considered hazardous duty.
Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 5 minutes and maintain balance.
Required to jog/fast walk up to ¼ mile.
Requires physical exertion such as lifting objects greater than 30 pounds.
Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging patients or staff exiting the building (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling, or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self).
Must be able to see, hear and smell with aids if necessary.
Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds.
Must perform the duties of my job in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations.
Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time.
Average manual dexterity for computer operation.
Phone or computer use for extended periods of time.
Other Special Qualifications:
Minimum of 21 years of age.
Must maintain current/physical residency in the continental U.S.
Pass a medical examination conducted by a licensed physician within 30 days prior to initial assignment.
Be a U.S. citizen or a person lawfully admitted into the U.S. for permanent residence.
Have resided in the U.S. for the last five years (unless abroad on official U.S. government duty).
Successfully engage in and complete a thorough Background Investigation.
Poses or have ability to obtain required security clearances.
Proficiency in Spanish is preferred.
Additional Information
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.
Compensation: Min: $29/hr Max: $37/hr
Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International Health and Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws
International Health and Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst-BCBA-Rhode Island
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Lead the Way in ABA: Join a Dynamic New Organization as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with Competitive Salary and Growth Opportunities! A prestigious organization is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with potential for a leadership position. They will be performing behavioral assessments and developing appropriate treatment plans for ASD. They will mainly contribute to improving individuals' lives by promoting positive behavior changes and skill acquisition. The center is offering $115K per year and more, plus hefty employment packages for full-time, including paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision insurance. Also, part-time positions are available.
Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive functional behavior assessments to identify target behaviors,
Develop and implement individualized behavior intervention plans based on assessment findings,
Monitor and analyze behavior data, making data-driven decisions to modify intervention strategies as needed,
Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of client progress and behavior plans,
Foster a positive and supportive work environment, promoting collaboration and open communication, and
Provide ongoing supervision and training to behavior technicians, ensuring effective implementation of behavior plans.
Qualifications:
Board-Certified Behavior Analyst,
Active RI license,
At least 1 year of experience,
High organizational skills, and
Effective and compassionate communication skills.
Job schedule:
Part-time (1-3 days per week at least 10 billable hours per week) (Preferred)
Full-time (Monday to Friday, 36-48 hours per week at least 25 billable hours per week)
Pay Level:
Full-time: $115K per year and more for clinical director positions.
Part-time: $85 for a billable hour.
Benefits for full-time:
Health insurance,
PTO, and
401% K plan
Work Settings:
Hybrid (approx. 2 visits/month)
Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LICSW, LMHC, LMFT)- Child or Adult - Riverside, RI
Family Support Specialist Job In East Providence, RI
Job DescriptionAt LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives by improving access to trusted, affordable, and personalized mental healthcare. Everywhere. Every day. It’s a lofty goal; we know. But we make it happen with the best team in behavioral health.
Thank you for taking the time to explore a career with us. As the fastest growing behavioral health practice group in the country, now is the perfect time to join our clinical team!
We are currently hiring Full-Time and Part-Time Therapists to join our team! Providers MUST be licensed as an LCSW, LICSW, LMHC or LMFT in Massachusetts.
Providers may work a hybrid schedule that includes providing telehealth from a home office.
Locations: Arlington, Auburn, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Canton, Chelmsford, Concord, Danvers, Easton, Framingham, Groton, Hopkinton, Lexington, Lynnfield, Mansfield, Medford, Medfield, Milford, Newton, Needham, North Andover, Northborough, Norwell, Norwood, Plymouth, Quincy, Raynham, Stoneham, Waltham, Wellesley, Weymouth, Woburn
Why Join Us:
Outpatient (weekday)
Complete schedule autonomy- Hybrid, telehealth, full time or part time
Above average W2 compensation package
Receive or Provide supervision (LCSW/LICSW)
Weekly case consultations
Free Continuing Education credits
Sign On Bonus
Full benefits package including medical, vision, disability and 401(k) match
100% employer paid malpractice coverage – No tail required
Annual Compensation Potential: $75,000-102,480
Our practice provides well-appointed offices, an EMR system, peer consultation groups, APA-approved continuing education. We also have talented support staff who handle everything from credentialing to insurance authorizations, and collection of payments. We perform essential, yet non-billable clinical and administrative functions that comprise the infrastructure needed to maintain a successful, busy practice so that you can focus on your clinical work.
About LifeStance Health LifeStance is a national provider of mental healthcare services focused on evidenced-based, medically driven treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a variety of mental health issues in an outpatient care setting, both in-person at its clinics nationwide and through its digital health telemedicine offering. The company employs psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and licensed therapists throughout the US.
LifeStance Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are fully committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.
Our values:Belonging: We cultivate a space where everyone can show up as their authentic self.Empathy: We seek out diverse perspectives and listen to learn without judgment.Courage: We are all accountable for doing the right thing - even when it's hard - because we know it's worth it.One Team: We realize our full potential when we work together towards our shared purpose.
If you elect to interact with us via our website, please only use ****************** or *************************** Additionally, our recruiters utilize email addresses with ******************* domain. Other websites and domains are not affiliated with LifeStance Health and may represent threats to your data security.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Wage: Between $95-$120 an hour
Licensed Professional Counselor - Are you ready to launch or expand your private practice? Headway is here to help you start accepting insurance with ease, increase your earnings with higher rates, and start taking covered clients sooner. It's all on one free-to-use platform, no commitment required.
About you
? You're a fully-licensed Professional Counselor at a Master's level or above with LPC, LPCC, LCPC, LCPCS, LPCC-S licensure (accepted on a state by state basis), a valid NPI number, and malpractice insurance.
? You're ready to launch a private practice, or grow your existing business by taking insurance.
About Headway
Your expertise changes lives. Taking insurance makes it accessible to those who need it most. Every mental health provider who goes in-network with Headway supports people who'd otherwise be forced to choose between paying out of pocket, or not getting care at all. We make that process seamless - empowering you to accept insurance with ease, so you can do what you do best. So far, we've helped over 50,000 providers grow their practices, reaching countless people in need.
How Headway supports providers
- Start taking insurance, stress-free: Get credentialed for free in multiple states in as little as 30 days and start seeing covered clients sooner.
- Built-in compliance: Stay compliant from day one with audit support and ongoing resources.
- Expansive coverage: Work with the plans that most clients use, including Medicare Advantage and Medicaid.
- Increase your earnings: Secure higher rates with top insurance plans through access to our nationwide insurance network.
- Dependable payments: Build stability in your practice with predictable bi-weekly payments you can count on.
- Built-in EHR features: Manage your practice in one place with real-time scheduling, secure client messaging, end-to-end documentation templates, built-in assessments, and more.
- Free continuing education: Nurture your long-term professional goals and earn CEUs with complimentary courses on Headway Academy.
How Headway supports your clients
? Increased access: Headway makes it easier for your clients to get the care they need at a price they can afford through insurance.
? Instant verification: Clients can easily check their insurance status and get the care they need without disruption.
Please note: At this time, Headway can't support mental health professionals that aren't fully licensed. If your application was rejected for incomplete licensure, you're welcome to reapply once you have a valid license.
About Headway
We make it easy for mental health providers to take insurance by credentialing you with the nation's largest networks, handling billing and admin paperwork, and helping you earn more stable income with higher rates. With Headway, you can finally focus on what matters most: providing life-changing care. We'll take care of the rest.
Primary Care Advanced Practice Clinician in Westerly, RI
Family Support Specialist Job In Westerly, RI
Are you looking for flexibility Monday through Friday while working with one of the best-rated group practices in the country? TeamHealth may be the right match for you! Job Details: Working in the town of Westerly, Rhode Island 15 -20 patients per day This is a full-time position
In addition to nurse practitioner (NP) candidates physician assistants (PA) candidates are welcome as well
Compensation and benefits: Our compensation is a productivity-based model (Fee for Service). Expected compensation is estimated income range of $133,624 to $192,417 annually with no cap on productivity bonus income potential. This full-time role is benefit eligible.
Responsibilities:
Drive high-quality, safe, and cost-effective patient care in post-acute care communities
Collaborate with other clinician interdisciplinary teams and follow CMS guidelines
Work closely with hospice, palliative care, and home care agencies for safe patient transitions
Ensure timely documentation and billing through our EMR (Gehrimed) meeting Medicare guidelines
Qualifications:
Board Certified FNP, AGACNP, ACNP, or AGPCNP
Willing to train experienced candidates as well
Licensed in State
About TeamHealth
TeamHealth is a large integrated practice that spans several specialties with over 23,000 providers in 49 states.
93% job satisfaction among our physicians and providers!
Clinical and Medical Director Roles available and room for growth within the organization
Named among “The World's Most Admired Companies" by Fortune Magazine
Named among "America's 100 Most Trustworthy Companies" by Forbes magazine
Named among “Great Places to Work" by Becker's Hospital Review
Named among one of America's Greatest Workplace for diversity by Newsweek Magazine
Named among one of America's Top Workplaces for Women by Newsweek Magazine
Apply to this opening to learn more about joining our team!
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Recruiter Phone Number
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State
RI
Marketing City
Westerly
Facility
Westerly Area Post-Acute Care Practice
Latitude
41.3767
Longitude
-71.8288
City Caption
Historic Beach Destination
City Description
Located in the southwest corner of the state, Westerly is a community that offers a quality of life that's second to none. With a population of less than 25,000, its residents reap the benefits of small-town living, but also have proximity to urban areas like Boston and New York City. Westerly's 55 historic sites, along with its well-preserved downtown architecture, add to the cultural ambiance of the town. Residents enjoy rowing, swimming, ocean sailing, fishing and hiking, as well as seven miles of sandy beaches.
Job Benefits
- Life, health, disability, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Customize your own schedule to create your ideal work-life balance.
- No primary night call
- Guaranteed paid time off
- Signing bonus and relocation incentives available for full-time
- Highly competitive base salary and uncapped monthly bonuses
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- 90-day onboarding program with MIPS training and support
- Educational and CME opportunities through the TeamHealth Institute and AMDA
- Well developed infrastructure with extensive back-office support
- Growth opportunities into local and national leadership positions.
- Company issued iPad with training and support for gEHRimed EMR
- Opportunities to collaborate with other clinicians
Address line 1
349 BIDWELL ST
Working Level
Full-Time
Zip
06040-6471
Recruiter Email
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Facility Name
Connecticut/Ri Pac Pc (Ct/Ri) - Mkt
Alternate State Name
Rhode Island
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Case Manager, Family Coaching & Visitation
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Job Details Thurbers Ave - Providence, RI Full Time None $19.00 - $23.62 Hourly Up to 25% Day
FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community we serve in!
Provides coaching, support, supervision and education during parental visits with children who are placed out of the home. Coordinates and maintains schedule of coaching and visitation. Responsible for reports to and communication with DCYF including letters for court approved by the Program Director. Coordinate with families/caregivers providers to best support treatment work. Provide case management. Provide transportation for children to and from visits as needed.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides coaching visitation services to encourage reunification.
Complete assessments.
Develop service plan for families in coordination with DCYF.
Assists families in reaching goals of service plan through coaching visitation.
Provide developmentally appropriate feedback and coaching to parents in a positive manner.
Maintains and updates coaching visitation schedule.
Complete all reports required by DCYF as needed.
Transport families to and from coaching visitation as needed.
Conduct home and community visits as part of coaching visitation if needed.
Assist Program Director in all aspects of program activities.
Provide post-reunification support to families as needed.
Complete program data entry and program outcomes measures.
Manage all client records in coordination with the Quality Management Department.
Participation in on-going program development.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in human service related field such as social work, psychology, etc. and/or equivalent experience.
Prior experience working with children and families involved in child welfare.
Experience providing supervised visitation a plus.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills highly preferred.
Ability to use all MS Office programs, mainframe computer systems and Internet.
Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member.
Able to work evening and weekend hours.
Clean driving record as the position requires reliable transportation, valid drivers license, and proof of automobile insurance, registration, inspection and driving record.
Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.
Don't meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, we're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you're excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity!
We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.
Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.
Join our FAMILY today!
About Us:
Dynamic and innovative, Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of success in improving the health and well-being of children and families all across our state. We are passionate about our mission to advance equity, opportunity and hope across ALL communities - we succeed by lifting others. FSRI's diverse and inclusive teams - working across Health, Healing, Home and Hope pillars, are experts in their fields - every day designing and delivering cutting edge strategies to save and improve lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in 3 locations in Providence; and in 4 locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.
Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.
Child Welfare Family Support Specialist
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
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Family Intervention Specialist / Social Worker
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Youth Villages is a non-profit organization helping youth, young people, and their families across the United States who face a wide range of emotional, mental, and behavioral challenges. As a leader in the field of youth mental and behavioral health, Youth Villages earns its status as one of the nation's most promising results-oriented non-profits as recognized by Harvard Business School, U.S. News & World Report and The White House.
Our commitment to helping youth and families find success spans more than 30 years and includes a comprehensive array of programs and services. With a dedicated staff of more than 4,500 working in 27 states and the District of Columbia, the organization serves more than 40,000 youth annually, further increasing our impact through partnerships and advocacy.
If you are looking for a positive career move where you are meeting the challenges of life and striving to make a positive difference, then Youth Villages is the place for you. We are looking for people with a strong sense of purpose and focus to continually build confidence in yourself and our organization.
Responsibilities
Program Overview
Our Intercept program serves a broad population of youth, including those involved with multiple child-serving systems and those at high risk of removal from their families. The program specializes in diverting youth from out of home placements by helping their families safely maintain youth in their home environment. This position is responsible for providing intensive home-based therapy to families.
Position Overview
* Carry small caseload of 4-6 families
* Hold family sessions with each family 3 times a week scheduled at the convenience of the families
* 3 supervision meetings a week
* Web-based documentation (voice recognition technology in most locations)
* Provide rotating on-call availability to families during the week and rotating on-call weekends
* Drive up to 60-80 miles to meet with families in the home
* Counselors provide treatment in individual families' homes in a wide array of settings and communities
Youth Villages New England offers a competitive salary, professional development workshops, and an additional stipend for on-call.
Additional Information
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, a personal vehicle to use for work purposes and auto insurance. Community Based staff will be reimbursed for applicable mileage
Salary
$74000 - $89000 / year based on education and clinical license
Qualifications
Requirements
A Master's degree in a social services discipline is preferred with one year experience working with youth or familiesA Bachelor's degree in a social services discipline is required with two years experience working with youth or families Degrees that can be considered include: social work, drug and alcohol education or counseling, psychology, criminal justice, guidance counseling, or marriage and family therapy. Other degrees will have to be evaluated further to determine if they meet the qualifications. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent written, verbal, and oral skills Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Basic computer knowledge Ability to maintain a flexible schedule
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision 401(k)2 weeks paid vacation12 paid sick days per year11 paid holidays
Paid Parental LeaveMileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
Growth & development through continuous training
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities
Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.
Military Family Life Counselor - Summer Camp
Family Support Specialist Job In Newport, RI
This position requires you to be licensed at an independent practice level as a LCSW (Social Worker), LPC (Mental Health Counselor), LMFT (Therapist). Positions will be for the full summer (June - August) supporting the summer programs associated with NS Newport.
This position has the primary responsibility of providing the full breadth of Child and Youth Behavioral (CYB) counseling services to children of all ages of military service members and their families at military installations to include civilian expeditionary work force and their families (when activated). These services may include non-medical counseling, training/health and wellness presentations, consultation with parents, personnel at child development centers, and consultation to installation command regarding behavioral health issues affecting children and youth. CYB counselors will be assigned to child development centers, youth programs, summer camps, and on demand assignments. The counselors work closely with the installation and military branch Points of Contact (POC) to assure that the program is provided within scope and meets the needs of the installation.
Provides non-medical, short-term, solution focused counseling directly to eligible children and youth of service members at assigned primary and secondary locations. Services include assessment, brief counseling and consultation, action planning, referral to resources (assuring linkage as appropriate), and follow-up as indicated.
CYB counselors will also have a focus on supporting the staff and personnel of Child Development Centers (CDC), youth programs and summer camps (if available/assigned) as well as providing parent support, training, and guidance.
Provides training and health and wellness presentations, participate in health fairs and other base/installation activities focused on children and youth.
Enters counselor activity data daily through smart phone or web application to assure that reporting is accurate from assigned installation while maintaining confidentiality and anonymity of service/family member.
Establishes and maintains working relationships with community resources focused on children and youth and provides appropriate linkages. Consistently visible within the assigned location(s) which allows MFLC services to be accessible. When working with children, counselor must abide by line-of-sight protocol. (Another adult with responsibility for the child must be able to see the counselor and child they are working with at all times.)
Partners with POC to provide CYB services in a manner that addresses the needs of the installation/facility. Develops an effective and professional working relationship with the installation/facility POC.
Manages duty to warn and restricted reporting situations according to Department of Defense (DoD) protocol and staffs the cases with Regional Supervisor/Regional Director.
Communicates with Regional Supervisors and participates in regular individual and group supervision, sharing information regarding trends and issues on the installations and in facilities to which the counselor is assigned. Responds to critical incidents and special requests as directed by the POC and approved by the Office of Secretary of Defense (OSD) program manager. The CYB will flex schedule to respond to urgent requests as needed or at the request of the Regional Supervisor/Regional Director.
Participates in regular in-services/training, Quality Improvement committees, initiatives, studies, pilot programs other contract activities as assigned/appropriate as directed by the customer and/or Magellan. This includes participation in pilot program certification and training processes, completion of activity documentation, integration of pilot activities in non-medical counseling work, and the utilization of applicable technology to complete required activities.
All other duties as assigned.
Other Job Requirements
Responsibilities
Master's Degree from an accredited Graduate Program in a Mental Health related field.
Valid unrestricted independent counseling license from a State, District of Columbia, US Territory or Commonwealth that grants authority to provide counseling services as an independent practitioner. A minimum of two years of post-license clinical experience.
Demonstrate intermediate-level competencies in technology and software (i.e., Microsoft Suite, Internet navigation, Smartphone/Tablet and application navigation, video-conferencing platform navigation).
Requires ability to engage and communicate with military members or children as assigned, in order to accomplish job functions, and to respond quickly to emergent situations in any physical location on a military installation and/or within a school setting, which includes the need to traverse short and/or long distances within the base to both indoor and outdoor locations, to maneuver through rugged, outdoor or uneven locations (e.g., steep inclines, stairs, grass), and work in outdoor weather and other military base conditions. Due to the nature of working on military installations or related worksites, counselors may need to comply with various site-specific requirements to work at designated locations. For example, for some assignments, counselors will need to have certain current immunizations or vaccinations and provide record of receipt.
Ability to prove US Citizenship and must be fluent in English.
Understanding, sensitivity and empathy for children, service members and their families. Ability to develop trusting, helping relationships. Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Pass a Child National Agency Check and Inquiries (CNACI) Clearance and an Installation Records Check (IRC), Criminal History Background Check and FBI Fingerprints Check.
Vehicle Operator's License Requirement: Unless specifically waived by the FEDSIM COR, all contractor personnel providing counseling support at Government locations shall possess a valid U.S. state vehicle operator's license. As a condition for employment under this contract, contractor personnel may be required to pass all tests for and obtain a U.S. military vehicle operator's permit for commercial sedans and similar, for use at Temporary Duty (TDY) locations, if required.
Must meet the Magellan MFLC CYB criteria for experience with children and youth and specialty in child and adolescent development/psychology. School assigned counselors must have past work experience in a school setting to qualify for assignment.
General Job Information
Title
Military Family Life Counselor - Summer Camp
Grade
MFLC Tier 2
Work Experience - Required
Clinical
Work Experience - Preferred
Education - Required
Master's - Behavioral Health
Education - Preferred
License and Certifications - Required
Current licensure required for this position that meets State, Commonwealth or customer-specific requirements - Care Mgmt, DL - Driver License, Valid In State - Other, Must be an independently licensed behavioral health clinician - Care Mgmt
License and Certifications - Preferred
Salary Range
Salary Minimum: $59,922
Salary Maximum: $100,280
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
This position may be eligible for short-term incentives as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Magellan offers a broad range of health, life, voluntary and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.
Magellan Health, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Tobacco-free workplace. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
Every employee must understand, comply with and attest to the security responsibilities and security controls unique to their position; and comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements and internal policies and procedures.
Residential Tutor Counselor, Upward Bound Summer Program
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Posting Detail Information Posting Number NT00101 Benefits Eligible? No Section Student Success Number of Positions Available 8-12 (contingent upon funding) Anticipated Start Date or Semester June 15, 2025 (move-in date) Posting Date 03/28/2025 End of Temporary or Limited Position 09/09/2025 Priority given to applicants who apply by Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions/Information for Applicants
* The number of available positions depends on student enrollment and funding.
* Candidates must upload a resume, cover letter, and most recent unofficial transcript, and provide three references.
* In the cover letter, specify three subjects from the Required Qualifications that the candidate can tutor. A tutor counselor can be assigned to tutor up to three classes.
* Salary, Room & Board: • Salary ranges from $2,800 - $3,800 (all required taxes will be deducted) • Board: Monday- Friday (except July 4) • Room will be provided for the entire period of employment.
* Fringe benefits will include health insurance, which will only be provided from June 30 to August 8 and will be secondary to the employee's health plan.
* Applicants offered a Tutor Counselor positions must submit their official college transcript in a sealed envelope by May 30th.
* Foreign citizens working in the U.S. under a visa should note this is a short-term position, and Rhode Island College will not sponsor a work-authorization visa of any kind. 8) Before employment can be finalized, the prospective employee must be cleared through the National Criminal Background Check and the employee must submit specific forms required by the RI College Human Resources Office promptly.
Position Status & Special Application Instructions
Position Status & Special Application Instructions
Min Salary na Max Salary na FLSA Exempt AA / ADA Statement
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.
Position Information
Position Title Residential Tutor Counselor, Upward Bound Summer Program Department Name Upward Bound Academic or Calendar Year temporary Scheduled Work Week / Hours / Area
Employment Period: June 15 - August 9 (Full-time, residential)
Full participation is required during the following outlined dates:
* June 16 - June 27: Monday - Friday during orientation / training, including evenings.
* Sunday evening through Friday evenings when students are on campus.
Note: No classes July 4.
* All Tutor Counselors must reside in a campus residential hall and share a suite with a group of 7 - 10 Upward Bound high school students. Their primary responsibilities include mentoring, supervising, and tutoring the summer program participants.
* Tutor Counselors must be available during into the night hours to supervise students, in addition to their assigned daytime duties. The residential schedule runs from Sunday evening to Friday afternoon, and residential staff are not permitted to leave the campus while students are on campus.
Position Overview
The Upward Bound Program at Rhode Island College is a federally funded program for rising 10, 11, and 12 grade college-bound high school students. The goal of Upward Bound is to increase the high school graduation, college-going, and college graduation rates of program participants. Interested candidates should visit: ******************************************************************************** for more information about the Upward Bound Program.
This summer program seeks to cultivate a community that prioritizes academic excellence, personal growth, and student accountability. Participants reside in a dormitory at RIC, where they are supervised by the team of tutor counselors. Throughout the program, students take high school courses in literature and writing, mathematics, science, and SAT preparation. They will may also participate in introductory level courses in foreign languages, dance, and STEM courses. Beyond academic coursework, the program provides social, recreational, cultural, and field trip activities for students to engage in exploration.
We seek dedicated individuals to serve as Tutor Counselors, providing mentorship, supervision, and academic support to high school participants in a dynamic residential program.
Essential Duties
* Participate in orientation and training from June 16 to June 27, including evenings.
* Supervise and mentor 7 to 10 students; support and uphold the Student Code of Conduct.
* Promote the use of conflict-resolution strategies to tackle student issues.
* Tutor approximately 30 to 40 students in 2 - 3 assigned subject areas.
* Conduct weekly meetings with instructors to track student progress.
* Organize and document tutoring sessions.
* Maintain accurate tutoring session records.
* Plan and execute diverse cultural and character-building activities
* Attend regular staff meetings and individual advisor check-ins
* Respond to routine and emergency situations as trained.
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
* Attend and participate in weekly on-on-one meetings with the resident manager.
Occasional Duties
* Directly supervise a group of students on field trips including NYC.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
* Maturity and responsible character to serve as a role model for students and team of tutor counselors.
* Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Required Qualifications
Education:
* Full-time undergraduate student with at least 30 earned credits and a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.75 at the end of the fall 2023 semester.
* Strong academic proficiency to tutor in one or more of the following high school subject areas: English, Mathematics, SAT Prep, Science, STEM, and Introductory Foreign Language classes (i.e., Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, German, Greek, etc.)
Experience:
* Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills
* Experience in residence life, youth programs, mentoring, or tutoring
* Ability to work with diverse adolescent populations.
Additional requirements/expectations:
* 24/7 availability during program (Sunday afternoon through Friday evening)
* On-campus residence, sharing a suite with 7- 10 high school students
* No enrollment in summer classes during the employment period.
* Adherence to all program, College, and State regulations.
* Available through Saturday, August 9 for project completion.
Preferred Qualifications
* At least one plus year of college housing experience.
* Recent college graduates and post-graduate degree students.
Environmental Conditions
The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions. Teaching instruction is performed in a traditional classroom setting, and the residential facility is one of the college dormitories. However, participation in planned cultural and social activities with students is expected.
Individual Behavior Specialist ( Rhode Island School for the Deaf)
Family Support Specialist Job In Rhode Island
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide specialized support in an educational setting to deaf and hard of hearing students who may have learning challenges in physical, cognitive, and/or social-emotional domains. Assists other professionals with data collection, occasional student crisis intervention, and
planning for support and proactive classroom management. Works with staff school-wide on
behalf of the student to develop methods to support self-regulation and success in the classroom.
DAILY EXPECTATIONS:
• Works directly with student throughout school day to support and encourage academic and social
success
• Informs the teacher of special needs that arise and in the identification of social/ behavioral conerns with
individual students
• Participates with student data collection, documentation, and interpretation.
• Assists with the collaborative development of behavioral programming for students.
• Helps with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment
• Assists student, as needed, with personal needs that may include feeding, toileting, and
personal hygiene
• May be delegated certain health care monitoring responsibilities by the school nurse.
• Escorts and monitors student safely to and from classroom and various activities, lunch,
therapies, arrival, dismissal, etc.
• Consistently follows behavior management plan designed for individual students under the
direction of the Special Education Administrator, Teacher or Counselor
• Maintains the confidentiality of students, staff, and families. Refrains from gossip.
• Provides consistent behavioral support and aids in the inclusion and management of students
• Will be trained in Safety Care Positive Behavioral Safety approaches
FSRI - Case Manager, Family Coaching & Visitation
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Job Description
FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community we serve in!
Provides coaching, support, supervision and education during parental visits with children who are placed out of the home. Coordinates and maintains schedule of coaching and visitation. Responsible for reports to and communication with DCYF including letters for court approved by the Program Director. Coordinate with families/caregivers providers to best support treatment work. Provide case management. Provide transportation for children to and from visits as needed.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides coaching visitation services to encourage reunification.
Complete assessments.
Develop service plan for families in coordination with DCYF.
Assists families in reaching goals of service plan through coaching visitation.
Provide developmentally appropriate feedback and coaching to parents in a positive manner.
Maintains and updates coaching visitation schedule.
Complete all reports required by DCYF as needed.
Transport families to and from coaching visitation as needed.
Conduct home and community visits as part of coaching visitation if needed.
Assist Program Director in all aspects of program activities.
Provide post-reunification support to families as needed.
Complete program data entry and program outcomes measures.
Manage all client records in coordination with the Quality Management Department.
Participation in on-going program development.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in human service related field such as social work, psychology, etc. and/or equivalent experience.
Prior experience working with children and families involved in child welfare.
Experience providing supervised visitation a plus.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills highly preferred.
Ability to use all MS Office programs, mainframe computer systems and Internet.
Ability to work independently and as an interdependent team member.
Able to work evening and weekend hours.
Clean driving record as the position requires reliable transportation, valid drivers license, and proof of automobile insurance, registration, inspection and driving record.
Bilingual skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity!
We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.
Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.
Join our FAMILY today!
About Us:
Dynamic and innovative, Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of success in improving the health and well-being of children and families all across our state. We are passionate about our mission to advance equity, opportunity and hope across ALL communities – we succeed by lifting others. FSRI’s diverse and inclusive teams – working across Health, Healing, Home and Hope pillars, are experts in their fields – every day designing and delivering cutting edge strategies to save and improve lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in 3 locations in Providence; and in 4 locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.
Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.
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Residential Counselor
Family Support Specialist Job In Middletown, RI
WHO WE ARE…
Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic.
For more information visit our website: ***************************
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR…
Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health's mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care.
Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You are a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities.
Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes.
Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines.
WHAT WE OFFER…
Excellent Health and Dental Insurance.
Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly.
Up to 11 Paid Holidays.
Retirement program through Mutual of America.
Additional supplemental insurance programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Mileage reimbursement.
Employer paid life insurance.
Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) …
We are currently seeking a motivated, caring, and empathetic Residential Counselor to join our team. This position supports the 14 adults residing in our residential group home in Middletown.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Includes cooking, cleaning, laundry, and organizational activities.
Assist clients with involvement in community connections and activities to expand social networks and community integration.
Work with clients on their identified goals as outlined in their recovery plans.
Work with families and identified supports that can be part of the client's recovery plan.
Conduct monthly resident groups that focus on health promotion and skill development in various life domains.
Support and assist clients with problem solving around daily integration into the community such as transportation to appointments, grocery shopping and other scheduled events.
Requirements
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU…
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing with a variety of individuals.
Caring and empathetic, with the desire to help others in need.
Self-motivated and independent, with the ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation.
1 or more years of experience working in the human services field is preferred.
High School Diploma required. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
APPLY NOW
Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources:
Human Resources
Newport Mental Health
42 Valley Road
Middletown, RI 02842
Tel: ************
Fax: ************
Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
SOCIAL CASE WORKER - CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Class Definition CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION: Completion of this application is for consideration for acceptance to the Civil Service Examination for this specific classification ONLY GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform social case work providing social service in one of these fields: public assistance, or child welfare, or soldiers' welfare, or in medical or psychiatric social work programs, or health, or correctional programs and to work in collaboration with others as a member of a diagnostic or therapeutic team; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general and occasional close supervision of a superior in the field to which assigned; work is reviewed in process and upon completion in conference with the superior for conformance to agency or institutional policy and accepted professional case work standards of performance.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none.
Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
* To perform social case work providing services in a public assistance program involving the determination of initial and continuing eligibility for old age assistance, aid to dependent children, aid to the blind, aid to the disabled, soldiers' welfare and general public assistance; when eligibility has been established to recommend money payments required to assist individuals and family units to meet current and continuing needs; to assist individuals and families in making maximum use of their own resources, and when needed community resources such as medical, dental, recreational, educational and other facilities both private and public; to assist in the periodic case review and reevaluation to determine continuance, readjustment or discontinuance of recipient's public assistance grant; or
* To perform social case work providing services to children in and away from home in matters of: family budgeting; assistance in securing economic aid and employment; arranging for medical and dental care; guidance in child care and home management; consultation in educational, vocational and leisure time activity problems; and securing psychological and psychiatric advice; the use of all types of foster home care and provision of assistance to children in their adjustment to the home, school and community; the periodic reevaluation of the need for foster home care for children and continuous planning and case work services to families of these children; the investigation of adoption and child marriages and recommendations as to their advisability; provision of assistance to unmarried mothers and their children; provision of protective services on behalf of neglected, abused, or exploited children; cooperation with the Family Court and other public and voluntary agencies in the protection and care of children; or
* To perform social case work providing services in a hospital, psychiatric or intellectual and developmental disability clinic or institution, or in a correctional institution; to assist in family and community care programs which involve placement of patients in homes other than their own; to assist in the maintenance of social service programs within an institution; to assist in providing case work services to the mentally ill and people with an intellectual and developmental disability; to collaborate as a member of a diagnostic and therapeutic team in a psychiatric social work program to effectuate the recovery of patients; or
* To perform social case work, under supervision, providing service in a medical social work program on behalf of patients in a hospital or institution, diagnostic clinic, in the community, and in the home; to obtain social data from patients, their families, and other groups; to arrange for medical treatment and give follow-up care based on physicians clinical and non-clinical recommendations; to assist in a program involving the interpretation of the social factors to the physician, the medical social problem to professional associates within or outside the hospital, and the medical problem to the patient and his family; as directed, to perform special services such as are related to care and adjustment of the physically or mentally sick, the provision for the chronically sick and disabled, the arrangement and management of convalescence, social case work with the physically handicapped, the protection of individuals and groups against community disease, promotion of hygiene and sanitation.
* To maintain adequate case records, make reports as requested and to handle correspondence as directed.
* To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of social case work principles, practices and techniques; a working knowledge of individual emotional and behavioral patterns, as well as social and economic factors that contribute to personal maladjustment and dependency; a familiarity with community resources and how to use them effectively; the ability to apply social case work practices and techniques; the ability to work effectively with people and aid them to grow in the constructive utilization of their capabilities and in adjusting to their specific problems; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public assistance recipients, children, other public and private agencies, supervisors and associates, the community and the public; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education with specialization in Sociology, or Psychology, Social Work or Child Development or Vocational Guidance.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Supplemental Information
HOW TO APPLY:
* The full state job description can be obtained at: SOCIAL CASEWORKER
* Applications MUST be submitted online via the APPLYRI application system. Mailed or hard copy applications will NOT be accepted.
* Additional information regarding the civil service examination process can be found at: CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION INFORMATION AND RESOURCES.
For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at ************************************
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
01
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree with a concentration in Psychology, Social Work or Child Development or Vocational Guidance?
* Yes
* No
02
How many years of work experience do you possess in the human services field, providing social services to client populations?
Required Question
Employer State of Rhode Island
Address One Capitol Hill
Providence, Rhode Island, 02908
Website ***********************
Relief Residential Counselor
Family Support Specialist Job In Newport, RI
This position is eligible for the one-time $750 sign-on bonus payable after the completion of 90 days of employment. What You'll Be Doing You will provide appropriate support in a trauma-informed therapeutic environment that promotes the physical, mental, and behavioral health of residents and assists residents in developing their life skills.
Your Main Priorities
While additional responsibilities are likely to arise on the job, you will primarily:
* Responsible for the overall care of the residents, i.e., health and hygiene, education, and social/emotional well-being
* Cultivates a trauma-informed environment by understanding the short and long-term impacts of trauma and neglect, responding to the residents and their family/caretakers with empathy, sensitivity, and respect and maintaining trauma-sensitive interactions.
* Collaborates as a member of the therapeutic staff team in exercising responsibilities and in such a way as to reinforce the residential philosophy and program protocols.
* Supervises the interactions and activities of residents; actively engage in day-to-day structured and unstructured recreational activities and life skill development and maintenance.
* Implement both agency and individualized behavior management practices utilizing appropriate trauma-sensitive techniques to monitor, assess and document situations and client status.
* Implement crisis intervention techniques in accordance with policy, procedure and agency training and ensure that non-violent physical interventions are implemented only if a client is an immediate risk to self or others.
Who You Are
Requirements, Skills & Abilities:
* High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Minimum 6 months' experience working with children and/or adolescents; experience working in a residential setting preferred.
* Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
* Strong organizational, critical thinking and time-management skills.
* Basic computer skills required; knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
* Ability to communicate and effectively interact with a diverse population.
* Collaboration and teamwork.
* Must have a valid driver's license.
* Must authorize Child & Family to complete a motor vehicle records check.
* The ideal candidate will be required to meet all background checks and medical clearances required for the position.
Physical Requirements
Direct Service Staff:
This position requires time sitting, standing, walking, driving, carrying and lifting up to 25lbs. This role also requires operating desktop, laptop and/or cell phone, and communicating with colleagues.
Travel Requirements
Statewide travel required.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Child & Family will not discriminate against any individual on the basis of age, gender, sexual orientation, color, race, creed, national origin, ancestry, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations, genetic predisposition or genetic carrier status, or any other protected category under local, state, or federal law, nor will anyone receive special treatment for those reasons, except for reasonable accommodation as required by law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services
In order to provide equitable service delivery and go above and beyond equal opportunity requirements, our organization is committed to ensuring that all staff are able to perform the following cultural competencies:
* Demonstrate the ability to communicate and effectively interact with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races.
* Demonstrate knowledge of the history of discrimination in America, particularly as it relates to race and racism, and how this history has led to disparities experienced by marginalized communities such as BIPOC, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ communities, and others.
* Demonstrate the ability to successfully deliver culturally responsive services.
Affirmative Action
Child & Family strives to achieve a workforce that includes representation of qualified affirmative action group members in proportion to the qualified and available target group workforce in the community that we serve.
Family Support Worker - Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred
Family Support Specialist Job In Providence, RI
Looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference in children's lives? Look no further and join the team at Meeting Street! Meeting Street is a special place of learning, where children of all abilities have the opportunities to reach their fullest potential. This is an exciting time to join Meeting Street as we just completed our brand-new Early Childhood Center!
Full-time employees receive:
Competitive Pay
Generous PTO
13 paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision and MORE
Meeting Street is currently looking for a Family Support Worker (Bilingual English/Spanish Preferred) for Healthy Families America working 40 hours weekly.
Duties:
Provide critical support to pregnant women and families with children under the age of 5.
Conduct home visits to assess the needs of families, offer guidance, and provide family-centered, strength-based interventions directed at establishing a trusting relationship within families to optimize parent/child relationships.
Work directly with Spanish-speaking and English-speaking families with young children to provide family-centered, strength-based interventions directed at establishing a trusting relationship within the family to optimize parent/child relationships.
Provide curriculum-based prenatal health and early childhood health and development education to families to promote the child's well-being and safety.
Assess additional needs or crisis situations and make referrals to other community resources to support the overall health, safety, and well-being of the family.
Maintain a caseload of families by coordinating meetings directly with them in a variety of formats to meet them where they are, including by phone, virtual video chat or in-person.
Thoroughly and objectively document the functioning status of families and report data within program deadlines.
Requirements:
Two years of providing services to and/ or engaging families with infants and toddlers in services. Must have experience working with families with multiple needs.
Bachelors degree in Human Services, Child Development, Education or related field, with a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, college coursework preferred.
Valid CPR and First Aid Training.
Preference given to applicants with Growing Great Kids Curriculum or HFA core trainings.
Meeting Street believes the dignity of each person is paramount. We recognize that our community's future strength rests firmly on our commitment to our values of respect, compassion, integrity, inclusivity, and excellence. To uphold these commitments, we expect all employees to recognize and properly respond to racism and other forms of injustice.
It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, transfer and promote employees, and to ensure that all other employment practices (i.e. salary and benefits administration, education and training programs, and social and recreational programs) are administered without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, gender, sexual preference or orientation, gender expression or identity, age, national origin or ancestry, legally recognized disability, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, military status, socioeconomic background, homelessness or any other characteristic or category protected by law. It is also our policy to protect employees and applicants from any coercion, retaliation or discrimination for filing a complaint or assisting in any investigation pursuant to the equal opportunity laws.
Behavior Specialist - Steere Farm Elementary School
Family Support Specialist Job In Rhode Island
The Burrillville School Department is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Behavior Specialist. Please see the following job description for responsibilities and qualifications. TOWN OF BURRILLVILLE Burrillville School Department Description
Title: Special Education: Behavioral Specialist
Supervisor: Director of Pupil Personnel Services, Building Principal
Department: Special Education
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the Director of Pupil Personnel Services, Principal, designee, or a
designated teacher, the Special Education Behavioral Specialist assists in conducting the
daily classroom activities and care of students who may have disabilities ranging from
mild/moderate to severe/profound that are in the Therapeutic Learning Center Behavioral
Program. The Special Education Behavioral Specialist ensures confidentiality in all
matters related to staff and student personal information.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. The Behavior Specialist is a professional support position. The Behavior Specialist
will collaborate with school staff to develop behavioral interventions for students with
disabilities. The Specialist reports to the Director of Special Education but
coordinates his/her work with the Special Education Teacher.
2. Under the direction of a teacher, assists students with all phases of activities on an
individual and group basis throughout the day.
3. Assists in the transport of students to and from buses to ensure safety and the
boarding of the assigned buses.
4. Provides input to the teacher regarding students' behavior.
5. Assists staff members in supervising students in the classroom, during lunch, and at
recess periods to maintain proper orderly conduct and works with teaching staff to
resolve behavior problems.
6. Under the direction of a teacher, applies varying methods of behavior management
designed to maximize student learning.
7. Possesses the ability to interact effectively with students in individual and group
situations.
8. Participates in the design and interpretation of Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA's)
9. Designs and implements multi-faceted behavior interventions
10. Ability to communicate (written and verbal) effectively with parents and professionals
11. Understands and works with the various support systems available in the community
12. Understands Special Education regulations including the Least Restrictive Behavior
Intervention policy
13. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle emotionally charged
situations.
14. Maintains confidentiality regarding staff and student information.
15. Travels as needed on transportation to and from school with students.
16. Performs other job-related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Minimum of 3 (three) years or training or related experience with behavioral
intervention strategies.
2. Successful completion of trainings specific to working with students with Mental
Health issues, Special Needs, and/or Behavioral Issues.
3. Oral communication skills at the level required for the position.
4. Proficiency with technology at the level required for the position as well as a
willingness to improve skills.
5. Experience with Case Management, including correspondence with outside agencies,
parents and school staff.
6. A pleasant manner and positive, professional attitude that facilitates good interaction
with children and adults.
7. The ability to lift, assist, and appropriately physically de-escalate and restrain children.
8. Organizational skills that ensure efficiency.
9. Familiarity and experience with either Safety Care or Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CPI) techniques.
Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T1188)
Family Support Specialist Job In Warwick, RI
Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $16.50 USD per hour As a Fortune 50 company with more than 400,000 team members worldwide, Target is an iconic brand and one of America's leading retailers. Working at Target means the opportunity to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Caring for our communities is woven into who we are, and we invest in the places we collectively live, work and play. We prioritize relationships, fuel and develop talent by creating growth opportunities, and succeed as one Target team. At our core, our purpose is ingrained in who we are, what we value, and how we work. It's how we care, grow, and win together.
**ALL ABOUT SERVICE & ENGAGEMENT**
Advocates of guest experience who welcome, thank, and exceed guest service expectations by focusing on guest interaction and recovery. Advocates of both in-store and digital services and solutions who are knowledgeable about capabilities and features that drive adoption, usage and ultimately guest loyalty. Empowered to make shopping quick and easy for guests at the checklanes, guest services, gift registry, pick-up and drive up while ensuring exceptional quality.
**At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Guest Advocate can provide you with the skills and experience of:**
+ Communicating and interact with guests to build an inclusive guest experience
+ Blending problem solving and decision making to positively impact the guest experience and resolve guest concerns
+ Adapting to different guest interactions and situations
+ Promoting and engaging around various benefits, offerings and services
**As a Service Advocate, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:**
+ Demonstrate a service culture that prioritizes the guest service experience by delivering the service standard
+ Create a welcoming experience by authentically greeting all guests
+ Observe to quickly understand whether a guest needs assistance or wants to interact. Follow body language and verbal clues to tailor your approach
+ Engage with guests in a genuine way, which includes asking questions to better understand their specific needs
+ Be knowledgeable about the tools, products, and services available in the total store, and specific to your area, to solve issues for the guest and improve their experience
+ Thank the guest in a genuine way and let them know we're happy they chose to shop at Target
+ Scan and bag all guest items efficiently, accurately and in compliance with food safety standards and company best practices
+ Work efficiently to minimize guest wait time while maintaining guest service, accuracy, and quality
+ Make the guest aware of current and upcoming brand launches, store activities and events
+ Know and speak to the benefits of Target Loyalty programs with every guest and assist with application or sign-up as needed
+ Understand and show guests how to use Wallet and the other features and offerings within the Target App
+ Be familiar with all fulfillment services, and know how to direct the guest to enroll, activate and use them
+ Attempt every return and follow register prompts, partnering with immediate Leaders as needed to help solve for the guest while following Targets policies and procedures
+ Partnering with Leaders as needed to de-escalating any negative situations and recover the guest shopping experience while following Target's policies and procedures
+ Deliver easy and accurate service to all Order Pick Up, Drive Up, and Registry guests
+ Maintain a clean, clutter free work area (including gathering abandoned items, baskets, and hangers)
+ Stock supplies during store open hours while being available for the guest
+ Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance
+ Work in a safe manner at all times to benefit yourself and others; identify and correct hazards; comply with all safety policies and best practices
+ Support guest services such as order pick up (OPU), Drive-up (DU) Orders, including Starbucks DU, and DU Returns and maintain a compliance culture while executing those duties, such as compliance with federal, state, and local adult beverage laws.
+ All other duties based on business needs
**WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR**
**We might be a great match if:**
+ Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited.... We work efficiently and as a team to deliver for our guests
+ Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you.... That's why we love working at Target
+ You enjoy interacting with people all day and making things easy for others.... Interacting with guests, solving concerns and making the guests day better is core of what we do
+ You aren't looking for Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day... We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired and rewarded
**The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Guest Advocate. But, there are a few skills you** **should have from the get-go:**
+ Communicating effectively, including using positive language and attentive to guests needs
+ Welcoming and helpful attitude toward guests and other team members
+ Attention to detail while multi-tasking
+ Willing to educate guests and engage around products and services
+ Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed. Work both independently and with a team
+ Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
**We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:**
+ Accurately handle cash register operations and cash transactions
+ Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc.
+ Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 10pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds without additional assistance from others
+ Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and reliable and prompt attendance necessary
+ Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary).
Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at ********************************************* .
**Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)**
Target will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please visit your nearest Target store or reach out to Guest Services at ************** for additional information.
Applications for this role are accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no application deadline. Las solicitudes para este puesto se aceptan de forma continua y no hay fecha límite de solicitud.