FFC - Sociotherapist

Rising Ground, Inc.•New York, NY

5d•$0 - $51,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is a field-based, clinical support position focused on providing direct therapeutic interventions, behavioral management, and daily care coordination for children with complex needs within the foster care system. The specialist serves as a critical bridge between the treatment team, foster parents, and community resources to promote stability, skill development, and family reunification.

Requirements

BA/BS Degree with 2 years’ experience working with children and families.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Computer Proficient.
Knowledge of Connections.
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week.
Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required).

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Provide direct services to children assessed as needing therapeutic services.
Attend FTC and other related case conferences for children assessed as needing clinical support.
Assist foster parents and children in carrying out the treatment plan.
Make home visits and collateral contacts to meet ACS and OCFS requirements.
Provide in-home and in-community behavior management, therapeutic and developmental support to children with complex needs.
Support specific behavioral goals as developed by the treatment team.
Create, develop, and implement daily experiences for the children that promote self-esteem, socialization skills, and prepare children for family unification.
Perform child/youth care functions relevant to daily home care, ADL skills, scheduling and setting plans for respite, and crisis intervention.
Document progress notes in CONNECTIONS.
Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.