Sociotherapist

ABBOTT HOUSE • New York, NY

1d • $50,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Socio-Therapist's main responsibility is to facilitate the ABC plan with the Foster Child and Foster Parent. The Socio-Therapist is a member of the EFFC team and participates in all planning meetings for the children on their caseload- both treatment planning and case planning meetings. In addition, the Socio-Therapist is required to assist foster parents by resolving issues the children may be experiencing in the foster home, school, or community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or in a related field
• At least 2 years of child welfare experience
• Good communication and time management skills
• Effective writing skills
• Flexible working schedule
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record
• Must be able to use a computer and learn software programs
• Must be able to operate a fax, copier, scan, and other office equipment
• Must be able to speak, read and write fluently in the English language
• Must be able to write in the English language using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of mental health conditions

Responsibilities

• Visit with the child weekly two of which times must be in the foster home
• Responsible for providing services to children and foster parents on an individual, group, and emergency basis
• Responsible for providing on-going individual crisis support in both the foster home and in school
• Design, implement, and monitor behavior modification plans (ABC Model)
• Participate as a team member in all planning meetings for the children on her/his caseload
• Responsible for the timely completion of progress notes in CONNECTIONS
• Responsible for working with foster parents in a supportive, professional manner
• Assist with transporting child/youth as needed
• Any other related duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level