Position Overview:

Children and adolescents in our foster care department have experienced multiple types of trauma and loss and require additional supports. The Sociotherapist will carry a caseload of 8-10 children designated as therapeutic, and will be responsible for providing interventions that support the wellbeing and safety of children and adolescents in the FFC department.  The Sociotherapist will work in close collaboration with the FFC Behavioral Health Team to ensure that the needs of the youth/families are being met through the use of individualized plans and interventions. Position requires flexible scheduling of hours (some evenings and weekends) to meet the needs of the clients. 

Position Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in related field required Bilingual Spanish-speaking is required (and/or fluency in other primary languages as identified by needs of current FFC families).Must be computer literateNYS Valid Driver’s license Ability to travel to client homes in various locations to provide services.Must have access to, and be proficient with computer systemsAbility to navigate NYC and surrounding areas successfully (geography/communities) Evening and weekend availabilityMust Pass Fingerprint/ Background ClearanceAbility to manage time: service provision and timely documentation submissionThe Children’s Village does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.