Family Specialist
PATHWAYS INC
Location
City of Corning, New York
Salary
$25 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Family Specialist provides primary support for resource parents and youth, coordinating casework and rehabilitative services. They manage Medicaid treatment and discharge planning while collaborating with the Local Department of Social Services and community agencies.
Requirements summary
A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, or a related human services field is required. Candidates must have at least one year of experience working with children with serious emotional disturbances and pass state background clearances.
Job description
Pay
$25.00
Nature of work
The Family Specialist serves as the primary support for Resource Parents, youth, and families and functions as Medicaid Treatment Planning and Discharge Planning staff under the 29-I Health Facilities License. Responsible for coordinating all casework and rehabilitative services in collaboration with the Local Department of Social Services (LDSS), ensuring the exchange of health information, and supporting treatment and discharge planning. Provides advocacy and coordination with community agencies, schools, and service providers to promote stability, permanency, and well-being for youth and families. Position is based in Corning, NY with travel to Rochester, NY required.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Special Education or related human service field is required. Experience may substitute for field of study but not for minimum degree requirement. Advanced degrees preferred.
- A minimum of one year experience providing services to children with serious emotional disturbances and their families is required.
- Must meet the requirements of the School Age Care, Day Care, and/or Mental Health Regulations regarding a State Central Register Clearance regarding history of abuse/maltreatment of children, and Staff Exclusion List.
Pathways, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and strives to employ individuals that are reflective of the communities that we serve. We are committed to creating and maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Our goal is to advance Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, while we learn and grow together.