Community Based Service Provider, Per Diem (Capital Region)

WHO ARE WE: The LaSalle School is a highly regarded, and nationally accredited provider of therapeutic, educational, and supportive services designed to accomplish positive, personal growth and lasting change in the lives of youth and families in need. With over a third of our staff employed for 10 years with the agency, many of our employees find this work to be extremely fulfilling and choose to make this a lifelong career. Here at LaSalle, we take pride in our people who share our commitment to the core values of integrity, mutual respect, fairness, and communication. LaSalle School offers competitive compensation and benefits, excellent learning, and development opportunities.

WHO YOU CAN BECOME: The Community-Based Service Provider will be working with youth and families during and after placement to help reduce the length of stay in a residential facility now and to help prevent future out of home placement. Some of the services provided by this position could include, but are not limited to:

• After Care Services
• Community-Based Services through Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment (CPST) and Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) Services
• Service array includes Intensive Interventions, Crisis Avoidance, Intermediate Term Crisis Management, Rehabilitative Psychoeducation, Strengths-Based Service Planning, Rehabilitative supports, Personal and Community Competence, Social and Interpersonal Skills, Daily Living Skills, and Community Integration activities.

LaSalle School is seeking per diem providers which requires a minimum of 5 hours per week; 4 hours must be with clients. Hours worked above the minimum must include at least 80% of the hours with clients. The Community-Based Service Provider provides services to multiple counties in NYS and will require driving your personal vehicle of up to an hour to meet with youth and families. Personal vehicle usage is reimbursed at the IRS mileage reimbursement rate.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Collaborate with family and service providers to identify goals and objectives, and establish and implement the Treatment Plan, based on the child and caregiver's needs and preferences.
• Coordinate with the child and the caregiver on scheduling and provision of services.
• Complete all required documentation within required time frames.
• Facilitate service provision and attend relevant collaborative meetings as required.
• Share information related to delivery of services with stakeholders as required.
• Provide comments and information to collateral contacts for the purpose of Treatment planning, assist in tracking progress.
• Attend all required training.
• Meet regularly for clinical supervision.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, behavioral health fields, or another related field.
• Must have a valid and clean NYS driver’s license as determined by the agency.
• Flexibility of work hours (evening and weekends hours).

WHO ARE YOU:

• Possess excellent communication with strong interpersonal skills, computer skills, and clinical skills (including assessment, engagement, and therapy).
• Able to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, and manage deadlines.
• Knowledge of community-based services.
• Able to work as a team member and effectively use crisis management skills.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• 12 sick days per year and other leave time available dependent on the circumstances.
• During the first three to six months of employment, LaSalle will ensure that you have the necessary training, which is 100% covered by LaSalle; to be successful in the new position.
• Employee Assistance Program (Capital EAP)
• Join us for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner in the cafeteria at no cost to the employee during your shift/breaks at LaSalle.

EEO Statement:

At LaSalle School, we are committed to fostering an environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just values but integral parts of our culture. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for job opportunities within our organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to be fair and unbiased, reflecting our belief that embracing diversity strengthens our workplace and enriches our community. Join our team and be part of an organization that values and celebrates the contributions of every individual.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 5 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Child protective services: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Albany, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $25