ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children, their families and the community by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

ANDRUS is looking for a Animal Caretaker. The Animal Caretaker is a member of the Facilities team who oversees the daily care and enrichment of the animals while maintaining the grounds of the ANDRUS Therapeutic Farm. The Animal Caretaker must also complete other tasks and responsibilities not covered specifically herein when necessary. The Animal Caretaker also has a responsibility to engage with children and staff in a variety of activities, some physically demanding.

This is a Wednesday through Sunday position working 7am to 5pm, but requires flexibility. This role operates on a seasonal schedule and during daylight savings times farm hours extend to 8pm.

Minimum Requirements:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Three to five years relevant experience working with farm animals.
• Demonstrated experience in grounds keeping, animal care, and related service settings. Experience with farm animals a must.
• Must have experience with landscaping tools and equipment.
• High level of personal organization.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values
• Valid NYS Driver’s License in good standing

Physical Requirements:
• Reach
• Walk
• Climb Stairs
• Bend
• Ability to lift weights up to 50 lbs.

ANDRUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children, families and the community by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

The Program Supervisor is responsible for direct supervision of Family Support Specialists and Family Resource Specialists. The Program Supervisor will provide supervisory and clinical oversight for Healthy Families Westchester County, as designated by Healthy Families New York. The Program Supervisor will be responsible for holding a caseload and conducting assessments to fill in when the program is understaffed. Duties will include: supervising staff; providing on-going clinical consultation in the development of clinical policies and procedures; providing in-home supportive services and education for children and families enrolled in Healthy Families Westchester County. Supervisors are responsible for providing all direct service staff with professional support and supervision including administrative, clinical and reflective components to support improvement in the quality of their performance.

The schedule is generally 9AM-5PM weekdays and some weekends, but hours are flexible based on program needs.

ENTRY LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Masters degree in human services or fields related to working with children and families, or Bachelor’s degree in human services or related fields with 3 years of relevant experience
• Three years work experience with children and families in a community setting.
• Five years of home visiting and clinical supervision experience is preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills and knowledge of basic computer systems
• Knowledge of Yonkers and county resources valued
• Facility in written and spoken English and Spanish preferred
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values
• Valid driver’s license in good standing
• Physical Requirements:
o Reach
o Walk
o Climb Stairs
o Bend
o Lift up to 20 lbs.

ANDRUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

ANDRUS is seeking a Support Aide who would be responsible to maintain a safe, predictable and therapeutic living environment for children in care at The Orchard School. The Full Time Support Aide is responsible to carry out program plans to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for all children in care at ANDRUS during the school day. With the direction and support of the school administration and Captain of Support, the Full Time Support Aide provides close supervision, instruction, counseling, and support to all of the children during school activities. They will assist students with transitions, intervene when there are conflicts between students, respond to crisis situations when needed, and maintain a presence in the hallways at all times. The basic needs of children are met, and the program space is maintained in a safe, orderly and clean condition. The Full Time Support Aide will be assigned by the Captain of Support to appropriate posts according to the needs of the school day.  They will enter the classrooms when appropriate (to be determined by classroom teacher, Captain of Support and school administration) to assist in classroom discipline and maintain an orderly environment. They are expected to develop a relationship with the students and the classroom in proximity to their assignment as designed by the Captain of Support.

Schedule is Monday through Friday, 7am to 3pm except for one day per week which is designated for staff conference; 3:00PM-5:00PM.  This is a 12 month school program with a 6 weeks summer program.   The summer program is a requirement for this role.  When you are not working in the school during the breaks the position will be working in the cottages.

**Free parking and free lunch included.

**** During the Covid-19 Pandemic there is the potential for the work to be done all day in the cottage should the school have to go remote****

The qualified candidate will have:

• High School Diploma with 5 years of related experience or an associate’s degree or 60 college credits.
• Candidates must have a minimum of one year’s experience working with emotionally troubled children.
• Candidate must have a driver’s license in good standing.
• Ideal candidates will be comfortable in fast paced and changing environments, willing to learn and be taught, demonstrate high emotional intelligence, and manage stress and emotions effectively.
• Good Oral and Written Communication Skills and patience are key for this role.
• Candidate must have the ability to adhere to our organization’s mission, vision, and core values.
• Candidate must be able to meet these physical requirements:  lift, reach, lug, walk, climb stairs and bend.

All interested and qualified candidates please send your resume with a cover letter and salary requirement to ANDRUS HR-JP Department, 1156 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 or email to andrusjobs@jdam.org or fax to 914-965-3883.

ANDRUS Mental Health Division (MHD) is an outpatient, community-based mental health setting serving children and families at risk for mental illness and/or who are under intense situational stress in Westchester County.

Clinical position benefits:

• Training to support continued professional development
• Professional growth opportunities
• Individualized & group/peer supervision
• Impact the lives of children and families throughout Westchester County
• Work closely within interdisciplinary team
• Lead/co-lead therapeutic & psychoeducational groups
• Incentivized clinical performance
• Non-traditional work schedule
• Traditional employment benefits (medical, dental, retirement, life insurance, disability etc.) generous vacation, sick and personal time.

Clinician Responsibilities & Requirements:

• LCSW or PhD or Psy. D. in clinical work with a professional license in NYS.
• Minimum of four (4) years of clinical experience including functional and administrative supervision experience over staff.
• Bilingual in Spanish/English is required.
• Must have excellent clinical skills and experience within a host environment, school based a plus, as well as experience with grant-related tracking and reports.
• Must be able to demonstrate awareness of and adherence to consistent professional boundaries within diverse settings.
• Knowledge of and experience with multiple modalities of psychotherapeutic intervention and be a proficient diagnostician with excellent management skills to resolve complex clinical and administrative problems.
• Must be computer literate and have excellent communication skills.
• Ability to meet session productivity standards.
• Access to a car for travel.

ANDRUS’ MISSION: nurture social and emotional well-being in children, families, and communities by delivering a broad range of vital services and providing research, training, and innovative program models that promote the standard of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community

Populations served: children, adolescents, and adults

Clinic locations: White Plains, Yonkers, and Peekskill – hours vary by clinic and may require some Saturday & evening hours

Relocation:   Housing available

Applying: submit resume and cover letter to ANDRUS HR Department via email: andrusjobs@jdam.org or you may mail your resume to 1156 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701

ANDRUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children, their families and the community by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

ANDRUS is seeking an Administrator on Duty (AOD) that will be responsible for monitoring and improving the services delivered to the children in the Residential Treatment Program in order to ensure the delivery of safe, structured, enriching and individualized programs for each child in Residential care.

The AOD supervises the Weekend Campus Administrator and provides consultation, guidance, and hands on support to agency personnel. The AOD responds to potential crisis situations with rapid assessment, intervention, and support enabling Milieu Therapists to respond and resolve the situation in a constructive manner. The AOD is a member of the Residential Leadership Team and will work collaboratively with all departments.

The schedule for this role is Tuesday through Saturday, 2pm to 10pm.

The qualified candidate will possess:
• Master’s Degree: 3 years direct care w/children, 2 years administrative/supervisory OR Bachelor’s Degree: 5 years direct care w/children, 3 years administrative/supervisory OR Associates Degree: 6 years direct care w/children, 4 years administrative/supervisory OR High School Diploma or GED: 8 years direct care w/children, 5 years administrative/supervisory experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills experience working with children, preferably in a residential setting.
• Successful completion of TCI Training-for-Trainers, prior to hire or within six months of hire for this position.
• Solid understanding of the Sanctuary Model, with demonstrated ability to plan and implement interventions based on this.
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values
• Must be flexible in service provision to clients in terms of location of services, which may include, but is not limited to in agency facilities, the client’s home, the client’s community, the client’s school, another service provider, etc. as indicated by the nature of service and the client’s needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and to supervise residents
• Must be willing to both work with, and seek to increase sensitivity and competency in working with, clients with diverse characteristics that may include, but are not limited to any of the following race, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, physical and mental health histories, and differing socio-economic backgrounds.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff and to supervise residents.
• Driver’s License in good standing, a plus.

Physical Requirements:
Must possess ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb stairs, and lift weights of up to 30 lbs.
Have physical capacity to restrain or assist in the restraint of a child.

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

The Bilingual Family Support Specialist (FSS) is responsible for providing, strength-based supportive services for children and their families. The FSS initiates and maintains regular contact with families, primarily in their homes. The FSS establishes trusting relationships with families, provides prenatal and other health education and assists to strengthen parent-child relationships. The FSS assists parents to improve their skills to optimize the home environment for child’s well being and safety. The FSS also assists families in making and attending health and human services appointments including activities related to employment and education goals.

Schedule is generally 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Position requires flexibility however for some evening and/or weekend hours as needed.

The qualified candidate will possess:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years direct work experience with children and families in a community setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and knowledge of basic computer systems.
• Knowledge of Yonkers and county resources valued.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish required.
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Physical Requirements:
o Reach
o Walk
o Climb Stairs
o Bend
o Lift up to 20 lbs.

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.
The Family Support Specialist (FSS) is responsible for providing, strength-based supportive services for children and their families. The FSS initiates and maintains regular contact with families, primarily in their homes. The FSS establishes trusting relationships with families, provides prenatal and other health education and assists to strengthen parent-child relationships. The FSS assists parents to improve their skills to optimize the home environment for child’s well being and safety. The FSS also assists families in making and attending health and human services appointments including activities related to employment and education goals.

Schedule is generally 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Position requires flexibility however for some evening and/or weekend hours as needed.

The qualified candidate will possess:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years direct work experience with children and families in a community setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and knowledge of basic computer systems.
• Knowledge of Yonkers and county resources valued.
• Facility in written and spoken English and Spanish preferred.
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Physical Requirements:
o Reach
o Walk
o Climb Stairs
o Bend
o Lift up to 20 lbs.

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

The Budget Analyst is responsible for analyzing and developing data metrics for the agency. This position is an integral part of the Finance team’s process to hone and support the infrastructure data sets associated with modeling and analytical Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). The Budget Analyst will actively assist in the implementation of new management tools in alignment with the organization’s accounting system. Assist in development of necessary regulatory agency reporting program(s) to ensure financial, accounting, timely reporting, budgeting and analysis.

General work hours are Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5 pm weeks days. Other hours may be necessary for specific projects.

The qualified candidate will possess:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analysis or related field with 3+ year experience
working with large volume data sets. MBA a plus as well as knowledge of US GAAP.
• High level of proficiency with Excel and other reporting applications required,
Great Plains Proficiency a plus, related to process redundancy and management reporting.
• Knowledge of database management, BI Cubes, data mining and warehousing expertise a plus.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously, organize and coordinate
work efficiently, set priorities and meet deadlines in a very fast paced environment.
• Highly organized and detail oriented with strong written and verbal skills
• Experience in Not for profit general ledger accounting a plus
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated knowledge and exposure to financial statement, budgeting, account analyses and reconciliation report writing functions and tools
• Familiarity with NY State reimbursement contracting desired but not necessary.

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

ANDRUS is looking for a Per Diem Transportation Specialist.  The Transportation Specialist is responsible for providing the Health Center with safe, orderly, structured, and punctual transportation services.  The Transportation Specialist provides transportation services for the Health Center, which includes, but is not limited to on-campus medical and psychiatric appointments, as well as off-campus specialist appointments.

The Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 12pm.   Additional hours may be needed.

The qualified candidate will possess:

• High School Diplomas with at least 60 college credits and with at least one (1) year related experience working with children who have an emotional disability or disabilities
• Strong Oral and Written Communication Skills
• Valid NYS Driver’s License with no current or pending restrictions
• Adherence to our organization’s Core Values
• Physical Requirements:
  • Reach
  • Walk
  • Climb Stairs
  • Bend

ANDRUS Mental Health Division (MHD) is an outpatient, community-based mental health setting serving children and families at risk for mental illness and/or who are under intense situational stress in Westchester County.

Populations served: children, adolescents, and adults

Clinic locations: White Plains, Yonkers, and Peekskill – hours vary by clinic and may require some Saturday & evening hours

Social Worker Clinician Responsibilities & Requirements:

Licensed or license-eligible in field of social work, psychology, mental health counseling, or related degree & licensure

Previous clinical work-experience and/or field placement

Knowledge & use of electronic health record system

Provide individual, group, and family therapy

Collaborate with agency & community professionals

Promote integrated, person-centered care

Utilize concurrent & collaborative documentation

Availability to provide services during after-school & evening hours

Fluent in English & Spanish

Social Worker Clinical position benefits:

Training to support continued professional development

Professional growth opportunities

Individualized & group/peer supervision

Impact the lives of children and families throughout Westchester County

Work closely within interdisciplinary team

Lead/co-lead therapeutic & psychoeducational groups

Incentivized for clinical performance

Non-traditional work schedule

Traditional employment benefits (medical, dental, retirement, life insurance, disability etc.) generous vacation, sick and personal time.

Possibility of working in a school environment (following a school schedule a few days a week) and working in the outpatient clinic the remainder of the week.

Applying: submit resume and cover letter to ANDRUS HR Department via email: andrusjobs@jdam.org or you may mail your resume to 1156 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701

Relocation:   Housing available

ANDRUS’ MISSION: nurture social and emotional well-being in children, families, and communities by delivering a broad range of vital services and providing research, training, and innovative program models that promote the standard of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community

ANDRUS Mental Health Division (MHD) is an outpatient, community-based mental health setting serving children and families at risk for mental illness and/or who are under intense situational stress in Westchester County.

 Populations served: children, adolescents, and adults

Clinic locations: White Plains, Yonkers, and Peekskill – hours vary by clinic and may require some Saturday & evening hours

Social Worker Clinician Responsibilities & Requirements:

Licensed or license-eligible in field of social work, psychology, mental health counseling, or related degree & licensure

Previous clinical work-experience and/or field placement

Knowledge & use of electronic health record system

Provide individual, group, and family therapy

Collaborate with agency & community professionals

Promote integrated, person-centered care

Utilize concurrent & collaborative documentation

Availability to provide services during after-school & evening hours

Social Worker Clinical position benefits:

Training to support continued professional development

Professional growth opportunities

Individualized & group/peer supervision

Impact the lives of children and families throughout Westchester County

Work closely within interdisciplinary team

Lead/co-lead therapeutic & psychoeducational groups

Incentivized for clinical performance

Non-traditional work schedule

Traditional employment benefits (medical, dental, retirement, life insurance, disability etc.) generous vacation, sick and personal time.

Possibility of working in a school environment (following a school schedule a few days a week) and working in the outpatient clinic the remainder of the week.

Applying: submit resume and cover letter to ANDRUS HR Department via email: andrusjobs@jdam.org or you may mail your resume to 1156 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701

Relocation:   Housing available

ANDRUS’ MISSION: nurture social and emotional well-being in children, families, and communities by delivering a broad range of vital services and providing research, training, and innovative program models that promote the standard of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

ANDRUS is looking for a Custodian. The primary responsibility of the Custodian is to keep the cottages and other assigned work areas clean and disinfected. This position performs a variety of custodial duties to maintain cleanliness and orderliness of spaces that include but are not limited to all offices, rooms, bedrooms, kitchen, dining room, restrooms, closets, stairwells, windows and outdoor spaces.

***The schedule is working 8am to 5pm, Saturday through Wednesday.

Minimum Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED
• At Least one year of work experience required in routine custodial duties, including dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, carpet cleaning and restocking paper and soap supplies.
• Good Oral and Written Communication Skills.
• Ability to adhere to organization’s core values.
• Driver’s License in good standing.
• Physical requirements:
o Must possess ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb stairs, and lift weights of up to 30lbs.

ANDRUS is looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to join our facilities team.  The Maintenance Mechanic  is responsible for maintenance of the agency’s buildings and grounds, ground equipment and tools, responsible for maintaining the upkeep of building and equipment and for various projects as assigned by the Facilities Manager. Perform other duties as assigned.

BOTH FT and PER DIEM OPPORTUNITY OPEN

Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm for the FT role and Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm as needed for the Per Diem role, but must be flexible for both roles to be on-call outside of normal work hours to handle emergencies during the evenings or weekends when required.

Minimum Requirements:  High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a maintenance/construction worker capacity or a related field.  Intermediate level of all trades (Specifically, Electrical, Carpentry, Plumbing, Painting) are a must.  Valid NYS driver’s license required.  Must have the ability to speak and understand English.  Must possess ability to stand, walk, see, climb stairs, lift weights of up to 100 lbs.  Ability to load and unload vehicles.  Ability to operate motorized equipment safely.  Must be willing to both work with, and seek to increase their sensitivity and competency in working with clients with diverse characteristics that may include, but are not limited to any of the following race, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, physical and mental health histories, and differing socio-economic backgrounds.  Must be flexible in service provision to clients in terms of location of services, which may include, but are not limited to in agency facilities, in the client’s home, in the client’s community, at the client’s school, in another service provider, etc. as indicated by the nature of service and the client’s needs.

Andrus provides annually a broad network of supports to over 2,500 vulnerable children and families of all backgrounds and means. Our mental health division (MHD) extends individualized child and family interventions, supports parents, caregivers, and helps children and their families build on their unique strengths while managing their particular challenges.  With Clinics in Yonkers, White Plains, and Peekskill, we are able to provide services to families in northern, southern, and central Westchester.

The Bilingual Business Operations Associate provides general financial and administrative support in a fast paced front desk clinic operation; ensures commercial and MMC Insurance Eligibility is verified daily; checks in patients at MHD clinics and collects co-pays and payments on account; maximizes collections and reduces write-offs by adhering to agency protocol; supports clinicians in maximizing their appointment schedules; verifies insurance eligibility for any and all last minute appointments outside of the normal 48 hour in-advance verification procedures; provides exemplary customer service and presents a professional Image; maintains a professional image when dealing with callers and visitors and generally ensures the smooth functioning of the front office and clinic.  Shift is Monday through Thursday working 12pm to 8pm and Friday working 11am to 7pm.

The qualified candidate will possess:

• Associates Degree or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years experience in clinic or group medical office setting OR High School Diploma with a minimum of 4 years experience in clinic or group medical office setting.  Some college or Business Training School a plus.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft applications
• Ability to interact with public and staff in a professional manner
• Must have good oral and written communication skills
• Well organized and able to multi-task
• Ability to travel to our other clinics in White Plains, NY and Peekskill, NY as needed for coverage purposes
• Must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) is a a requirement

ANDRUS is looking for a Behavior Therapist for the campus program.  This position is responsible for guiding and implementing behavioral interventions to youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other comorbid disorders within the residential setting. The Behavior Therapist, will work closely with the psychologist and with the respective cottage treatment team and the clinical team. The program has an integrated approach that includes applying Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and focusing on trauma-informed care as well as sensory and body regulation. The behavior therapist will be responsible for making data-driven decisions on individual intervention strategies while utilizing evidence based treatments and creating feasible Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for individuals needing increased support.  The Behavior Therapist will also have a unique opportunity to work on carrying out Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS) strategies in the residential cottage to further improve learning and decrease problem behavior.   In addition, the Behavior Therapist will develop and strengthen their training/presentation expertise to support staff members, coach caregivers, and work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary treatment team including OT, PT, social work, psychiatry, nurses, and milieu treatment. Additional professional opportunities available to further advance experience, profession, and training.

The Schedule would be Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.

The qualified candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum of two year’s experience and working with individuals with Autism and comorbid diagnoses.
• Knowledge and/or proven experience working with children who have high functioning autism as well as a range of comorbid psychiatric challenges, learning challenges, trauma histories, and sensory needs.
• Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team in a high paced, demanding, creative, and collaborative environment.
• Commitment and ability to practice the commitments of the Sanctuary Model.
• Able and willing to receive constructive feedback and set and strive towards goals.
• Excellent organizational and writing skills.
• Charismatic or a good speaker and has the ability to teach or co-teach concepts and strategies.
• Experience working in a Residential Setting
• Must be able to work with other philosophies and approaches in a collaborative manner
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values
• Valid NYS Driver’s License in good standing.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Reach
  • Walk
  • Climb Stairs
  • Bend

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital mental health services, and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

The Grants Manager is a pivotal position for ANDRUS, with primary responsibility for driving the grant process.  The process includes researching potential funders; forging relationships with both public and private entities that awards grants; writing and submitting grant applications; gathering information from internal staff both to support grant applications, as well as to report on spending and outcomes; and submitting formal reports back to grantors. A key aspect of this role involves tracking and organizing the proposal and reporting process to meet grantor deadlines.

The qualified candidate will possess:

• Three years’ experience writing formal grants/proposals, preferably in healthcare or mental health fields, or nonprofits serving the underserved.
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s preferred, in related fields including Sciences, Social Sciences or Communication.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Reach
  • Speak
  • Hear

We are looking for a candidate with a specialty in Child and Adolescent Mental Health.  The candidate should be comfortable in addressing behavioral and emotional issues, familiar with medical disease processes, and knowledgeable with prescribing and managing psychotropic medications.  The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses and injuries of patients and for providing advice and guidance to patients, and their families as indicated, concerning diet, sexual activity, hygiene and disease prevention.

A candidate who is flexible, innovative, and comfortable collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team (Primary care physicians, psychotherapists, nurses, and special education instructors) is required.  You will be working with a caring and supportive team that is dedicated to high standards of quality and patient satisfaction.

The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will be supervised by the Vice President or Campus Programs or designee.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provides psychiatric diagnostic/medication evaluations and medication management for the children/ youth and families served by the ANDRUS Mental Health Division
• Provide children/youth and families with all necessary medication education and psycho-education
• Performs acts of diagnosis and treatment of alteration in health status.  Prescribes, dispenses or administers medical therapeutics and corrective measures such as treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury in patients.
• Monitors patients’ progress and evaluates the effectiveness of prescribed treatments to modify treatment plans and diagnoses and necessary.
• Refers patients to medical specialists or other providers as necessary.
• Counsels patients and their families as indicated, on health related issues such as diet, sexual activity and personal hygiene and recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Keeps abreast of professional trends and developments through review of professional literature and attendance at seminars and workshops.
• Performs related professional duties as required.
• Medicaid Treatment Planning and Discharge Planning.
• Clinical consultation and supervision.
• Consults with clinic staff in triaging phone calls, addressing medication problems, and requests for refills. Responds promptly to staff’s questions or requests.
• Collects, records and maintains patient medical information such as medical histories, reports and examination results; analyzes and interprets patients’ histories, symptoms, and physical findings to develop appropriate diagnoses.
• Conducts comprehensive routine physical examinations of patients to assess their growth and development and identify potential disorders.  Conducts non-routine physical examinations of patients or orders and interprets diagnostic tests to evaluate patient’s medical condition, diagnose disorders and develop treatment plans.
• Orders and monitors appropriate laboratory tests at clinically indicated frequency
• Monitors and reviews children/youth charts for medication/medical issues with appropriate follow-up
• Provides medical provider review of medical records as clinically indicated, and as required by contracts or as necessitated by state or federal regulations
• Provides crisis support for clinical emergencies as arranged
• Provides after-hours on-call psychiatric services at frequency negotiated with the Clinic Manager, Clinic Director, and/ or the Chief Psychiatrist
• Attends mandatory training and complies with individualized training plans if required
• Reports high risk/problem cases and solicits consultation and help as needed
• Attends supervision at times and intervals agreed upon with supervisor, and incorporates supervision into clinical practice and job performance
• Completes 95% of all paperwork by the due date
• Engages children/youth and their families in the treatment process and goal-setting
• Identifies/provides appropriate intervention for risk factors including lethality
• Works constructively with children/youth to reach agreed upon outcome, and coordinates care with internal and external providers
• Maintains appropriate professional boundaries and standards
• Provides appropriate follow-up with receiving prescriber as indicated
• Exhibits professionalism, enthusiasm, courtesy, adaptability, flexibility, and spirit of cooperation in the work environment
• Maintains effective interpersonal relations with children/youth, peers, management, visitors, and the general public
• Effectively responds to children/youth/family needs and problems, initiates and maintains positive interactions, and provides timely response to phone calls, pages, email and other requests
• Works cooperatively with other community agencies as appropriate and as agreed with supervisor, participates in committees, task forces, of ANDRUS – Mental Health Division, or the community

Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required:

• Licensed in the state of New York as an Advanced Practice Nurse at the time of employment
  • Specialty in Pediatrics and/or Family Medicine preferred
• Board Certified at the time of employment
• DEA, NPI, and prescriptive authority
• Graduate from a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Certified Advanced Practice Nurse to be knowledgeable with the treatment of children/adolescents in the community mental health system of care as well as being well versed in the principles of managed healthcare.
• Nurse Practitioner must be knowledgeable and current with regard to psychopharmacology, medical/psychiatric interface, and evidence-based neuropsychiatric/neurobehavioral diagnosis and treatment.
• Nurse Practitioner must be able to provide leadership and collaboration with multidisciplinary mental health team in the delivery of comprehensive and integrated clinically appropriate interventions.
• Knowledge of documentation in electronic medical record and e-prescription writing are required
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association

The Sanctuary Institute Faculty Member is responsible for planning, developing, monitoring and delivering training and consultation services as specified within the client contract timeframe to sites selected by the Director of the SI. The position is scheduled 9 AM -5 PM, Monday through Friday. Flexibility is a must for the role. The role entails approximately 60% travel with 50% overnight travel domestic.

The qualified candidate will possess:

• MSW, LCSW, LMSW, MPH or comparable graduate degree.
• Minimum of two years experience with the Sanctuary Model.
• Minimum of one year training and group process experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong technological background.
• Must have ability to travel.
• Valid NYS Drivers License.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, see, climb stairs, and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values.

ANDRUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ANDRUS, a leader in the field of treatment and services for children and families, and the home of the Sanctuary Institute, is seeking a Residential Case Worker for its campus programs.

The Residential Case Worker is responsible for the coordination of case management services for children (and their families) that attend the Orchard School. The case manager is primarily responsible for the case management of children who are here through DSS contracts, but will also serve children in the residential program and day program who are not connected with DSS.
The Residential Case Worker must demonstrate strong knowledge regarding case management services, must work effectively with families, and work collaboratively with the clinical social workers and other team members. The Residential Case Worker maintains relationships with outside agencies through phone contact and/or face-to-face meetings and is able to represent ANDRUS at meetings. The position may require the flexibility to work evenings and do home visits.

The qualified candidate will possess:

• Bachelors in Social Work or related field – BSW or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and ability can be acquired
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong skills in a variety of software applications.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values
• Valid Driver’s License or ability to acquire one within three months of service
• Physical Requirements:
Reach
Walk
Climb Stairs
Bend

For consideration, please send a cover letter and resume to HR-JP Department at 1156 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701 or email andrusjobs@jdam.org or fax 914-965-3883.

ANDRUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnic group but, minority groups are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of this group. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

The Day Treatment Social Worker is the clinician primarily responsible for the children and families on their caseload.  This responsibility means compiling a thorough history and assessment of the children and family through varied means, developing a comprehensive treatment plan along with the entire treatment team, leading and facilitating the team’s efforts to assist the children and families’ growth and change, and providing innovative treatment approaches with both with the individual children and with the family when able.

The Day Treatment Social Worker provides individual, family, and group therapy using a range of therapeutic models and techniques.  She or he maintains accurate and timely paperwork, monitors and leads the treatment plan review process and is an active and involved member of the campus teams. She or he is responsible for providing clinical practices that are highly effective, and participate in the ongoing acquisition of knowledge, a core commitment of both the agency and the department.

The Day Treatment Social Worker is also responsible for successfully representing the agency at ongoing meetings, to include CSE reviews, treatment planning conferences, court hearings, and other professionally related events.  Excellent communication with children, families and school districts is a must.  This position requires a person who is flexible, creative, good at collaborating with others, and can practice the Sanctuary commitments.  Schedule is Monday through Friday, 9AM to 5PM.

Minimum Requirements:  New York State LMSW. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Valid Driver’s License in good standing. Ability to hear and move well enough to carry out job responsibilities in an adequate manner.

The Nursing staff at our School and Residential Health Center’s on our spacious 110 acres campus in Yonkers, NY ensures the quality and safe delivery of well-rounded nursing needs form medication distribution, vaccinations, health check’s and any medical concerns that may arise in our youth residents and staff.  The nurse carries out this process in a collaborative relationship with the patient, staff and other health team members.

The schedule for this Per Diem RN position can be:

• Monday through Friday, 7am to 3pm
• Monday through Friday, 2pm to 9pm
• Weekends for 7am to 9pm, entire shift or 7 hours.
• School Health Center from Monday through Friday, 8:15am to 3:15pm

*****Health Center hours are every day, 7am to 9pm*****

The qualified candidate will possess:

• New York State Registered Nurse and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must have successfully passed the NCLEX-RN exam and licensed to practice in NYS for new graduates.  Some clinical experience with pediatric, behavioral health and school-based nursing, a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, medication administration skills, nursing clinical skills: physical/mental/emotional assessment skills to gather measurements/data, collect signs and symptoms for the health care team.
• Experience with trauma preferred.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Compensation:  $40.00 per hour

The Case Manager provides case management and direct services to the homeless population with mental illness and to those at risk of becoming homeless. Responsibilities include ongoing evaluation and advocacy to assigned clients, leading support groups, service planning and implementation, identifying resources for clients and providing service linkage and establishing relationships with community partners.  The Case Manager reports directly to program supervisors. Two days a week are working out of a shelter in Mount Vernon, the rest of the week is in White Plains Clinic.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and ability can be acquired.  Must have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with children and families in a community based setting. Must be computer literate.   Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills as ability to establish rapport.  Should have knowledge of community resources and counseling/social work practices with high risk populations.  Experience working with persons in crisis and ability to motivate others towards achieving goals.

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

The Special Education Teacher provides direct and appropriate individualized instruction based on IEP goals and objectives in the subject areas according to the New York Learning Standards and develops social skills while maintaining classroom discipline and safety.

The teacher collaborates with a multidisciplinary team that includes milieu therapists/assistants, social workers, parents and other professionals in the education and treatment of each child. The Teacher reports student progress by reviewing the IEP on a quarterly basis, completing a daily computer log, participating in quarterly Planning Conferences, and by issuing report cards.

These are for a 12 month positions for Middle School Teacher’s Special Education Teachers.  One of the two position requires both the 1st through 6th Special Education/Students with Disabilities Certification AND the 7th through 12th Special Education/Students with Disabilities Certification. 

Hours – 8:30AM-3:30PM daily, except for one day per week so designated for staff conference; 3:00PM-5:00PM.

****There is parking on campus and free lunch in the cafeteria***

Salary range is competitive based on experience and education/credential.

The qualified candidate will possess:
• New York State Certification in Special Education/Students with Disabilities for grades 1st through 6th or 7th through 12th.
• Teaching Experience Preferred
• Must be willing to both work with, and seek to increase their sensitivity and competency in working with clients with diverse characteristics that may include, but are not limited to any of the following: race, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, physical and mental health histories, and differing socio-economic backgrounds.
• Must be willing and flexible in service provision to clients in terms of location of services, which may include, but are not limited to: in agency facilities, in the client’s home, in the client’s community, at the client’s school, in another service provider, etc. as indicated by the nature of service and the client’s needs.
• Must be willing and able to participate in the supervision of all paraprofessional staff that work in the classroom.

The Day Treatment Clinicians are the clinicians primarily responsible for the children and families on their caseload.  This responsibility means compiling a thorough history and assessment of the children and family through varied means, developing a comprehensive treatment plan along with the entire treatment team, leading and facilitating the team’s efforts to assist the children and families’ growth and change, and providing innovative treatment approaches with both with the individual children and with the family when able.

The Day Treatment Clinician provides individual, family, and group therapy using a range of therapeutic models and techniques.  She or he maintains accurate and timely paperwork, monitors and leads the treatment plan review process and is an active and involved member of the campus teams. She or he is responsible for providing clinical practices that are highly effective, and participate in the ongoing acquisition of knowledge, a core commitment of both the agency and the department.

The Clinician is also responsible for successfully representing the agency at ongoing meetings, to include CSE reviews, treatment planning conferences, court hearings, and other professionally related events.  Excellent communication with children, families and school districts is a must.  This position requires a person who is flexible, creative, good at collaborating with others, and can practice the Sanctuary commitments.  Schedule is Monday through Friday, 9AM to 5PM.

Minimum Requirements:  New York State LMSW.  Excellent oral and written communications skills.  Strong skills in a variety of software applications.  Strong organizational skills.  Valid Driver’s License in good standing.  Ability to hear and move well enough to carry out job responsibilities in an adequate manner.

The Masters Level School Psychologist collaborates with all members of the treatment team, especially classroom teachers, to share test results and interpretations as they pertain to each child’s emotional, behavioral, and academic functioning with the purpose of creating an integrated treatment approach. Collaboration includes communication with families and referral sources about each child’s particular strengths, weaknesses, and needs. Participation, when needed, in the Committee on Special Education process at the Orchard School, as well as participation in the development and implementation of research projects is expected.  The School Psychologist is responsible for coordinating all aspects of psychoeducational testing and interpretation, including maintaining accurate scheduling and records, assigning and interfacing with other testers as needed, and communicating with referral sources about these matters.  The Masters Level School Psychologist will also run the school-wide progress monitoring testing, including coordination, implementation, and reporting of results.  The School Psychologist will also be responsible for classroom consultation for academic or behavioral concerns and the development and implementation of functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans. The School Psychologist will also assist in management and implementation of a school-wide Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) program in the Orchard School, including training, data management, providing incentives, budgeting, and participating on the school PBIS team.   The Masters Level School Psychologist will develop functional behavioral assessments (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) and provide supervision for teacher aides, including training in the implementation of FBAs and BIPs.

Schedule is 8:30AM-3:30PM daily, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and 8:30AM-5pm on Wednesdays. This position is a 12-month full-time position.

Minimum Requirements:  Masters Level School Psychologist with Current Certification as a NY State School Psychologist.   Experience with empirically based treatment interventions, FBA/BIP development and implementation, and psychoeducational testing.  Experience with complex, co-morbid psychiatric and learning-disabled special education population.  Experience with children on the Autism Spectrum and trauma histories.  Experience with classroom-wide evidence-based treatments.  Familiarity with curriculum-based assessment.  Physical Requirements: Reach. Walk, Climb Stairs, Bend.

The Billing Operations Manager is responsible for the coordination of the billing process for Article 31, Article 29i, and CFTSS services, reporting on collections and revenue as appropriate, maximizing revenue pertinent to the division to enhance cash flow, ensure contract compliance and credentialing with insurance companies, act as primary liaison with managed care organizations, program staff and billing entities to ensure compliance and accuracy, provides exemplary customer service and presents a professional image.

Minimum Requirements:  Associate’s degree in Business, Finance or a related field with 8 years experience in a medical billing setting OR Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or a related field with 5 years experience Familiarity with OMH Article 31 and CFTSS billing, as well as Article 29i. Working knowledge of Medicaid, Managed Care and Insurance policies and operations, including claim processing, contracting & Single Case Agreements. Comprehensive knowledge of EMR billing systems required. Strong customer service skills required. Superior Excel skills, ability to with work well with people, and manage priorities and deadlines required. Knowledge of child welfare system and foster care healthcare requirements preferred. Driver’s License in good standing required. Physical Requirements: Reach, Walk, Climb Stairs, Bend. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.

ANDRUS nurtures social and emotional well-being in children and their families by delivering a broad range of vital services and by providing research, training and innovative program models that promote standards of excellence for professional performance in and beyond our service community.

ANDRUS provides annually a broad network of supports to over 2,500 vulnerable children and families of all backgrounds and means. Our mental health division (MHD) extends individualized child and family interventions, supports parents, caregivers, and helps children and their families build on their unique strengths while managing their particular challenges. With Clinics in Yonkers, White Plains, and Peekskill, we are able to provide services to families in northern, southern, and central Westchester.

The Bilingual Engagement Specialist, working under the supervision of the Clinic Manager, is responsible for all aspects of the pre-screening and intake process of clinics under the Mental Health Division. This includes: completing initial phone screening to determine appropriateness for assessment, centralized scheduling intake appointment, completing data collection form and insurance/financial verification and authorization. The Engagement Specialist will be required to implement and manage division’s open/same day access to services.

In addition, Engagement Specialist will also be responsible for providing oral and written status reports to management team, building and maintaining referral network of community based organizations. This includes helping clients and referral sources to access outpatient services and providing relevant information regarding other services.

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma with three (3) years’ experience working in medical/clinical office. Must have relevant experience working with children and families and with assessing crisis and providing intervention. Must be bilingual in English and Spanish. Must have ability to engage potential clients to assess appropriateness for services, excellent interpersonal, organizational skills, strong computer skills (with knowledge of Electronic Medical Records), excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to problem solve, multi task and work independently. Physical Requirements: Reach, Walk, Climb Stairs and Bend. Must be able to travel, driver’s license preferred. Position schedule is Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.

New York State Teaching Certification as a Library Media Specialist or Special Education Certification with experience teaching Library Media required. General skill set includes the ability to teach Library Media, manage a classroom, manage behavior, and participate in IEP development. Must be able to model and teach Library Media techniques to students and able to manage the classroom. Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values. Must be technologically savvy. Physical Requirements: Reach, Walk, Climb Stairs and Bend. This position is for a 10 month school year and 6 week summer program. Hours are 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, with one day per week designated for staff conferences from 3 pm to 5 pm.

The Life Skills Milieu Therapist (MT) is responsible to maintain a safe, predictable and therapeutic living environment for children in care at Andrus. Additionally, this position also provides close supervision, counseling, and support to the children during all Activities of Daily Living (ADL) cottage-based activities. The Life Skills MT will be responsible to plan and implement individual and groups to teach and reinforce children’s adaptive skills and self-confidence in generalizing these adaptive skills across time, people, and settings. This position includes completing adaptive skill assessments, determining which areas are of priority need for intervention, providing effective interventions for practice around ADLs, and maintenance of adaptive skills from being dependent to independent in carrying ADLs and other independent living skills (ILS).  The Life Skills MT will utilize skills and strategies associated with the prompting hierarchy, principles of reinforcement, assessment of skills versus performance deficit, task analyses, and shaping and chaining skills.  Additionally, this position will work as part of a multidisciplinary team which includes residential staff, recreation therapists, OT, social workers, psychiatrists, and nurses.  The Life Skills MT will complete various tasks related to ADLs and will practice open communication with other staff in varying shifts (morning, school, evening, or overnight).  This position will also prioritize the need to assist with the cottage team as a Milieu Therapist and to be flexible in managing the Life Skills duties. This position will include documentation of services and programs surrounding ADLs and of tracking ADL data over time.

Minimum Requirements:  Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with at least 2 years of experience with individuals with behavioral challenges.  Strong verbal, written, and computer skills.  Experience in working with children and pre-adolescents in a residential setting is preferred.  Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team and to cooperate while developing, implementing, and maintaining youth’s ADL skills of need.  Candidate should be well organized, practice effective time management skills, be open to continue learning and accepting feedback, and be creative and flexible.  Ability to adhere to our organization’s Core Values.  Physical Requirements:  Must possess ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb stairs, lift weights of up to 30 lbs; Have physical capacity to restrain or assist in the restraint of a child and Able to communicate effectively with staff and to supervise youth.   Schedule is Monday through Friday, 12pm to 8pm.

Must have one of the following licensures and experience: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Psychoanalyst, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist with a minimum of two (2) years relevant expertise and experience in serving children and families in child welfare, developmental disabilities, mental health, healthcare and/or other systems as well as those receiving preventive services. Bilingual/Fluent (Spanish/English) is a plus.  Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.  A passion for serving children and families with special needs.  Ability to travel to community-based agency offices, participant’s communities, and homes within assigned catchment area.  Ability to receive feedback to professionally grow and/or improve.  Proven self-management abilities, including meeting deadlines, ensuring compliance with agency policy and procedures, and overseeing complete and timely maintenance of agency records, in accordance with contractual requirements.  Ability to adhere to our organization’s core values.  Ability to flex their schedule to accommodate the clients.  Valid NYS Driver’s License in good standing.  Physical Requirements:  Reach, Walk, Climb Stairs.  Schedule is Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm and there is the ability to work from home after probationary period and with Supervisor approval.

High School Diploma and two (2) years cooking experience. Ability to speak read and understand English. Capable of obtaining a Food Safety Certificate. Physical requirements: must possess ability to stand, walk, see, hear, and lift weights up to 75 lbs. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 1:30pm.

Social Worker with LCSW or Psychologist with PhD or Psy. D. in clinical work with a professional license in NYS with a Minimum of four (4) years of clinical experience and two (2) years functional and administrative supervision experience over staff working with children and adolescents.   Must be able to demonstrate awareness of and adherence to consistent professional boundaries within diverse settings.  Knowledge of and experience with multiple modalities of psychotherapeutic intervention and be a proficient diagnostician with excellent management skills to resolve complex clinical and administrative problems.   Must be computer literate and have excellent communication skills. Ability to meet session productivity standards. Access to a car for travel.  Schedule is Monday through Friday, working two evenings a week as a requirement, from 11am to 7pm.

Current New York State Physician License and DEA registration, plus board certification in child and adolescent psychiatry.  Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry. Excellent analytical and clinical skills to resolve complex clinical and diagnostic problems.  Strong computer skills with knowledge of EMR. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.  Ability to meet session productivity standards.  Ability to travel and possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.  Physical Requirements:  Reach, Walk, Climb Stairs and Bend.   Position requires availability for at least 7 to 10 hours per week, ideally on Thursday or Friday.

LMHC, LCSW or PhD or Psy. D. in clinical work with a professional license in NYS with a Minimum of four (4) years of clinical experience and two (2) years functional and administrative supervision experience over staff working with children and adolescents.   Must be able to demonstrate awareness of and adherence to consistent professional boundaries within diverse settings.  Knowledge of and experience with multiple modalities of psychotherapeutic intervention and be a proficient diagnostician with excellent management skills to resolve complex clinical and administrative problems.   Must be computer literate and have excellent communication skills. Ability to meet session productivity standards. Access to a car for travel.  Schedule can be Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Saturday, working two evenings a week as a requirement, from 11am to 7pm.

High School Diploma and 5 years practical work experience or sixty (60) college credits.  Good Oral and written communication skills.  Must have physical capacity to restrain or assist in restraint of a child and to be TCI certified.   Strong ability to communicate effectively with staff and to provide appropriate supervision of children. Schedule for Full Time is Monday through Friday, 7AM to 3PM, with Wednesdays designated for staff conferences from 3PM to 5PM.    Must be willing to work in the cottages all day, if needed, depending on the school schedule during Covid-19.

New York State Certification in Special Education for grades 7^th through 12th.  Must be willing to both work with, and seek to increase their sensitivity and competency in working with clients with diverse characteristics.   This position is for a 10 month school year and 6 week summer program.   Hours are 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, with one day per week designated for staff conferences from 3 pm to 5 pm.

High School Diploma.  Must be Certified as a Teaching Assistant by New York State and comfortable working with emotionally troubled children.  Minimum of one (1) years of experience working with children who have emotional disabilities OR in lieu of experience must have one year of college.   Must have good oral and written communication skills, with Wednesdays designated for staff conferences from 3PM to 5PM.  Must be willing to work in the cottages all day, if needed, depending on the school schedule during Covid-19.

New York State Certification in General Education/Special Education/Students with Disabilities OR if without a valid certificate, those who are working towards one of those certification’s (taking college coursework) at a rate of not less than six semester hours per year.  Must be willing to both work with, and seek to increase their sensitivity and competency in working with clients with diverse characteristics.   This position is for a 10 month school year and 6 week summer program.   Hours are 8:30 am to 3:30 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and Wednesday from 8:30am to 5pm for staff conferences.

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Therapeutic Recreation with CRTS certification preferred) with no prior related experience OR an Associate’s Degree with two (2) years of experience working with emotionally & behaviorally deregulated youth. Ability to work as a member of interdisciplinary teams, design and facilitate clinically informed Therapeutic Recreation programs (monthly activity & trip calendars), and engage youth and colleagues through motivational leadership is a must. Candidates should be well organized, practice effective time-management, and be open to continued learning and feedback. Candidates should have strong oral, written, and computer skills.  Experience with OR willingness to receiving training in the following areas are a plus: Ropes Challenge Course facilitation/ Experiential Education, Lifeguarding, NYPUM youth dirt biking, vocational programming, animal-assisted interventions, music production, sports coaching, and other programmatic areas of Therapeutic Recreation. This position will also require intervening to support youth at necessary during times of emotional crisis. Must have physical capability to restrain or assist in restraint of a child and to be TCI certified. Driver’s License in good standing is required as this position includes transporting children on recreation trips in the surrounding communities using agency vehicles. The work Schedule is Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday through Saturday, 12pm-8pm. Some hourly flexibility for additional training and program preparation will be necessary.

ANDRUS is looking for a Per Diem Lifeguard.  The Lifeguard is responsibilities include testing pool chemistry, supervising swim activities in accordance with American Red Cross standards, enforcing pool rules, keeping pool area clean and orderly, and reporting incidents as necessary.

The Per Diem schedule is flexible with primary needs of Saturdays and Sundays 1-5pm with opportunities for some week days 3:30-8pm.

The qualified candidate will possess:

• High School Diploma/GED with some experience in working with emotionally / behaviorally challenged youth and/or youth on the Autism Spectrum.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard & CPR/AED Certification.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must have physical capacity to intervene in the event of an aquatics emergency as well as conduct first aid as necessary.
• Experience working with children preferable.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with staff and to provide appropriate supervision of children in a pool environment.

ANDRUS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

High School Diploma or sixty (60) college credits with a minimum of 5 years practical work experience. Good Oral and written communication skills.  Must have physical capacity to restrain or assist in restraint of a child and to be TCI certified.  Experience working with children, preferably in a residential setting and/or with Autism Spectrum Disorder.  Strong ability to communicate effectively with staff and to provide appropriate supervision of children.   Must be able to work afternoons into evenings during the weekdays and a double shift on Sunday or Sunday.

High School Diploma or sixty (60) college credits with a minimum of 5 years practical work experience. Good Oral and written communication skills.  Must have physical capacity to restrain or assist in restraint of a child and to be TCI certified.  Experience working with children, preferably in a residential setting and/or with Autism Spectrum Disorder.  Strong ability to communicate effectively with staff and to provide appropriate supervision of children.   For Full Time must be able to work overnights from 10pm to 7am from either Tuesday through Saturday OR Sunday through Thursday.  For Per Diem must be able to work overnights from 10pm to 7am.