Child Support Specialist

The Child Support Professional plays a vital role in providing a safe and therapeutic environment for children and adolescents with serious emotional disturbances.

As a dedicated member of the Community Residence Program team, this individual offers specialized care, supervision, and therapeutic activities to residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized resident care, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Demonstrate positive behaviors and embody the program's core values to influence residents constructively.
• Utilize strength-based techniques to foster resilience and asset-building among the youth.
• Assess and instruct residents in daily and independent living skills, while also tracking their progress.
• Maintain a nurturing and therapeutic milieu, encouraging appropriate socialization and emotional growth.
• Create a homely atmosphere, showing responsibility in carrying out household duties alongside residents.
• Actively participate in the development and review of service plans, aligning with individual goals and objectives.
• Apply trauma-sensitive practices in all interactions and care provided to residents.
• Accompany residents to various appointments and activities, providing necessary supervision and transportation.
• Promote and facilitate family involvement and potential reunification, maintaining regular communication and employing strength-based strategies.
• Offer both formal and informal counseling and support to residents, contributing to their emotional and social development.
• Ensure strict adherence to prescribed medication regimens for each resident.
• Aid residents in managing their behavior and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Promptly report any incidents or unusual occurrences to the supervisor and complete required documentation.
• Ensure all assigned reporting and documentation are completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
• Assist with residence upkeep, including general cleaning, laundry, shopping, meal planning and preparation, and coach residents in these skills.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a high school diploma, with experience in managing children with emotional challenges.
• Preferably an Associate's degree.
• A valid New York State driver's license.