Social Worker, Prevention

St Catherine s Center for Children•Town of Colonie, NY

20d•$62,353 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

St. Catherine's Center for Children is a non-profit organization located in the Greater Capital Region of New York. We offer a wide array of human services designed to meet the needs of vulnerable children, families and adults, including residential and therapeutic foster care programs for children and youth, Kinship support, homeless and community-based services for adults and families, a special education elementary school for ages 5-13, and so much more. St. Catherine's is committed to cultivating a culture where all employees feel safe to bring their authentic and best selves to the workplace. We are invested in fostering an equitable, inclusive and diversified workplace; collaboratively embracing mindfulness, relevance, respect and solidarity. Our Mission St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth, and improve the lives of the children, families and adults we serve. Our Vision St. Catherine’s willingness to embrace change and develop new services is, and will remain, our guiding philosophy as we support the human service needs of children, families, and adults throughout the region.

Requirements

Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or in related human services field, plus one year of applicable experience; OR Exception may be considered for a candidate in their final year of a master’s program with the expectation of completion within one year of hire.
A clean and valid New York State Driver’s License; and be actively licensed for at least one (1) year - is required.
Local travel is required to provide youth services; therefore, it is essential to have a reliable (fully-insured) vehicle with proof of 100/300 liability coverage.
Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate client schedules
Proficiency in computer applications: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Business Workspace Suite (Gmail, Google Docs, Meet, Sheets, etc.), and use secure Internet practices.
Self-motivated and engaged, with a strong attention to detail; Excellent writing aptitude.
Qualities of positivity, flexibility and adaptability to day-to-day changes with client needs and functioning; And a professional record of integrity, proven reliability and dependability.
Capable of exercising ethical, independent judgment and discretion, and handle sensitive data with strict confidentiality.
Ability to complete pre-employment background check requirements, including CBC fingerprinting.
Staff in driving positions must be able to meet the agency’s minimum requirements of our insurance policy for authorized drivers including, but not limited to, the minimum age of 21 at time of hire; with the ability to maintain insurability throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of community resources is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

Engage directly with youth and families in their home and community to provide 1-1 teaching, coaching, psychoeducation, and rehabilitative counseling to build the skills and capacities of a families struggling with mental health and developmental challenges.
Provide evidence-based services as identified on the family’s Treatment/Service Plan following the specific frequency, scope, and duration while being in accordance with Prevention Services regulations.
Regular and ongoing communication with other providers to advocate for the family’s needs, mental health wellbeing and any non-healthcare needs (ex. housing, employment, social support).
Facilitation of groups at agency location consisting of topics relevant to our population (parenting trauma recovery, peer support, etc)
Clinician will adhere to the CASSP Core Principles, affirming a client’s right to self-determination and full involvement with the treatment team in terms of developing service goals and consumer friendly methods for attaining these goals; assuring that services are child centered, family focused, culturally competent and community based.
Collaborates with staff across all agency programs to ensure quality environments and adherence to regulations.
Meets bi-weekly with Associate Executive Director of Clinical Services for clinical supervision
Serves on Agency committees as requested by Director of Prevention Services.
Timely and accurately document the delivery of services in an electronic health record.
Local travel required to provide the services in the family home, or other community settings.
Maintain a positive, strength-based and person-centered approach at all times.
Additional position-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

Pension Plan: Secure your future with a retirement pension plan featuring a generous agency contribution.
403(b) Retirement Savings: Pre-tax savings options to further build your nest egg.
Student Loan Forgiveness: As a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency, employment here qualifies eligible staff for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
Expense Reimbursements: Travel and mileage reimbursements for any role-related transit.
Comprehensive Health Insurance: Choice of robust Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to fit your needs.
Well-being Reimbursement: A $600 annual benefit dedicated to supporting your personal wellness journey.
Work-Life Balance: Generous Combined Leave Time (CLT) plus paid holidays so you can rest and recharge.
Life Insurance: Fully employer-paid, automatic life insurance coverage at no cost to you.
Paid Certifications & Training: Fully covered training updates, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and CPR/AED/First Aid.
Tuition Assistance: Financial support for continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
Career Advancement: Clear pathways for professional development and internal career growth.
Our Culture: Enjoy the comfort of a welcoming, business-casual work environment rooted in our core values of Mindfulness, Relevance, Respect, and Solidarity.