Job Description

This School Based position will be located at George Washington Elementary and will be responsible for the delivery of outpatient clinical services to assigned clients in accordance with current ethical and professional standards and in keeping with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsible for school based services such as assessment, clinical intervention, consultation and education to school professionals, and advocacy and referral to needed services for children deemed as at-risk. The work schedule mirrors the Department of Education with school recess vacations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct an initial assessment of students and their families identified as at risk by school personnel.
• Provide direct clinical service to students and their families.
• Refer to outside community agencies when appropriate.
• Link students to relevant school programs or personnel.
• Completes quarterly and annual reports in a timely manner.
• Act as an advocate for students.
• Conduct training seminars with school personnel relative to at-risk students.
• Consult with teachers and school personnel.
• Participate in CSE meetings as necessary.
• Attend meetings and conferences mutually agreed upon by Astor staff and school administration.
• Be available to new students and their families during the adjustment and transition to new school and community.
• Participate in child study meetings, attendance committee, retention/promotion meetings as needed.
• Evaluate CSE students to determine counseling needs.
• Maintain accurate, current case records.
• Evaluate program effectiveness using appropriate research design.
• Participate in staff development and training programs within the agency.
• Attend meetings and conferences mutually agreed upon by Astor staff and school administration.

What we provide:

• Offers four personal days.
• Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
• Enjoy time off per the School Calendar.
• Sick time is provided.
• Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
• Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.
• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization.

Salary: $28.45-$31.29/hour

Join Astor Services – Apply Now!

Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team.

Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive.

Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories!

Requirements

You must have:

· MSW, LMSW, MHC, LMHC, or LCSW.

You should have:

· Experience with the population served is preferred.