Per-diem Child and Family Counselor

Job Title : Child and Family Counselor (CPST)

Department : Children and Family Treatment and Support Services

Position Summary

The Child and Family Counselor provides in-home and community-based services to Medicaid-enrolled youth ages 0-21 under the Medicaid State Plan Service Community Psychiatric Supports and Treatment (CPST). CPST is a multi-component service that includes therapeutic interventions, counseling, and functional supports. The goal is to assist youth and families in achieving stability, improved daily functioning, recovery, and resilience through trauma-informed and individualized care.

Department

New Directions' Children and Family Treatment and Support Services (CFTSS) provide individualized, strength-based, and trauma-informed care to children and families, offering in-home and community-based interventions that promote healing, stability, and wellness.

Agency

New Directions is an equal opportunity employer committed to championing the principles of anti-racism, justice, and equity. We welcome prospective employees from diverse cultures and backgrounds, for all positions, who will uphold our values and contribute to our mission. We aim to have a leadership and workforce that is reflective of the communities we work in partnership with.

Compensation

• $45.00 per hour for billable service hours
• $15.50 per hour for administrative hours

Hours / Schedule

Location

Cattaraugus County

Professional Development Opportunities

New Directions invests in developing future leaders through training opportunities, supervision, and continuing education support.

Position Specific Duties / Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Qualifications

We want to emphasize that the preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleagues develop these preferred skills. We strongly encourage those who are passionate about fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable human service organization to apply.