Part-Time Behavioral Health Specialist

Location: Bohemia, NY | Schedule: Part-Time (Evening and weekend hours as needed)| Status: Non-Exempt |Salary: $45.00/Hour

The Opportunity

FCA is seeking a Part-Time Behavioral Health Specialist for our Family Support Division. The Behavioral Support Specialist will identify and support the behavioral health needs of children with a parent who used alcohol/substances during their pregnancy.

Responsibilities

• Identify and support the behavioral health needs of children born to a person who used alcohol and/or other substances during their pregnancy and their caregivers by assisting with the development, implementation, and monitoring of the plan of safe care for children.
• Accompany Child Protective Services (CPS) and CPS Protective and Preventive Services (CPPS) caseworkers in the field to visit with identified families using a screening tool (e.g. Uncope ) and/or provide direct consultation with CPS/CPPS caseworkers regarding families who might benefit from substance abuse screening.
• Carry a caseload and conduct home visits to assess and monitor home environment.
• Conduct screening for adults and/or children for early identification of substance abuse treatment needs.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the plan of safe care for any infant born and identified as being affected by substance abuse or withdrawal symptoms or a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
• Utilize the Plan of Safe Care form for infants born and identified as affected by prenatal substance abuse or withdrawal symptoms or Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
• Provide referrals for identified children and/or adults who may need ongoing services.
• Conduct initial and subsequent urinalysis drug screenings as needed and appropriate for each case.
• Maintain and document all communications of home visits in case notes.
• Participate in ongoing trainings.
• Attend and participate in Comprehensive Case Reviews.
• Assume other tasks and responsibilities as assigned to ensure the effective operation of the program.
  
  

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field preferred; Bachelor's Degree will be considered if (CASAC Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) certified.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with at-risk families and youth.
• Must be familiar and comfortable with home visits.
• Valid and clean Driver's License required.
• Proficient computer skills with MS Office
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
  
  

Compensation Information

• The competitive compensation range is reflected with FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience' while still allowing for growth.
  
  

FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.