Social Workers – Joan Fenichel Therapeutic Nursery (JFTN)
The League Education and Treatment Center in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a mental health specialist with an interest and experience in working with children attending a therapeutic preschool/day treatment program in the role of “Treatment Coordinator.”
Joan Fenichel Therapeutic Nursery (JFTN) serves children 3-5 years of age who have emotional/behavioral difficulties as well as developmental disabilities. A demonstrated interest in working with children who present with autism spectrum/developmental disabilities is necessary. Experience with a trauma-informed approach to classroom management and behavior modification is also necessary to consult with and support teaching staff.
Responsibilities:
- Providing individual and group therapy as well as providing social skills training, family therapy, case management, and parent training.
- Developing treatment plans as well as conducting psychosocial evaluations and writing updates
- Working with our behavior support team which performs functional analyses
- Developing behavior intervention plans, consulting with classroom staff and assisting with physical management of the children
- Experience with behavior modification and applied behavior analysis
- Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team including psychiatrist, psychologists, social workers, creative arts therapists, speech/language pathologists, occupational/physical therapists and teachers.
- Physical intervention such as playing, holding, and lifting children.
- Licensed professionals will have an opportunity to supervise externs and interns.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in social work, psychology, mental health counseling, or any related behavioral health or human service fields.
- License preferred (LCSW, LMSW) or Limited Permit Eligible.
Additional Benefits:
- Disability Insurance
- Gym Membership Discount
- Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Plum Benefits
- Pre-employment Services
- Verizon Wireless Discount
- Vision Care Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
The League Education and Treatment Center is a non-profit agency dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with psychiatric and developmental disabilities. Each day, we serve over 500 at-risk and underserved children and adults from all parts of the greater New York City area. We offer generous benefits including: health insurance, life insurance, 403 (b), sick time and vacation time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience working with children with special needs?
Education:
Experience:
- clinical: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
License/Certification:
- NYS license in Social work (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Brooklyn, NY 11238: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person