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Catholic Charities of Onondaga County · 2 months ago

Skill Builder (Part-time $20/hour)

Syracuse, NY

Part-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$20/hr - $20/hr

3+ years exp

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development and eliminating poverty. The Skill Builder role involves working closely with families and youth to address behavioral challenges and support their success through skill-building activities.

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Responsibilities

Work one-to-one or in small groups with children/youth 5-21 years of age with emotional/behavioral challenges

In conjunction with the youth, family, and program staff, skill-building mentors design and provide activities that incorporate skills needed to live successfully in their homes and communities

Instruct in skills specific to each child, such as anger-management or anxiety reduction techniques, friendship skills, or relating to authority figures

Assist in creating lasting community connections of interest and accessible to the child and family

Responsible for completing progress notes, assessments and treatment plans in accordance with agency and funding established time frames

Report progress regularly to the program manager and participate in regular case review and clinical supervision

Maintain guidelines established by the funding sources and Catholic Charities policies and procedures

Qualification

Therapeutic crisis interventionTrauma informed carePositive behavioral interventionsConflict resolutionChildren's mental health experienceOral communication skillsWritten communication skillsBasic engagement skillsProblem solving skillsFlexibility

Required

Minimum high school diploma with three years' experience in children's mental health, addiction and/or foster care; or Bachelor's Degree in psychology, social work, or related human services required

Training in therapeutic crisis intervention, conflict resolution, trauma informed care and positive behavioral interventions and supports beneficial

Valid N.Y.S. Driver's License

Registered and insured vehicle

N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry clearance

Basic engagement skills

Oral and written communications skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to address serious behaviors in children/adolescents

Flexibility to work afternoon, evenings and weekends

Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at clients homes and/or community facilities which may not meet federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals

Manual dexterity sufficient to work with children in a challenging and active environment