ABOUT NORTHSIDE CENTER

Northside Center is known for our wonderful work culture and our expert teams of educators and clinicians. Most importantly, look forward to joining us in achieving our mission to provide children and families with the support they need to overcome adversity and thrive. Ensuring that our high-quality outcome-driven behavioral, mental health and education services propel struggling children forward, away from the ill effects of poverty and racism, toward a future limited only by the scope of their dreams.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Early Intervention Social Worker to join our team. In this role, you will work with families and children facing developmental delays or disabilities, providing support and resources to enhance their well-being and ensure optimal development. Your responsibilities will include conducting assessments, developing individualized plans, coordinating services, advocating for clients, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of child development, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to empowering families to overcome challenges and thrive.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides home & community-based individual/collateral therapy sessions, caregiver coaching, and family training sessions as authorized by the child’s IFSP.
• Compliance with all documentation requirements for billing, session notes, quarterly progress reports, service changes, and quality assurance procedures.
• Maintains ongoing communication with Northside EI Staff and service coordinator.
• Participates in IFSP’s as needed.
• Completes Northside orientation and annual professional development requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as a part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Computer proficient with daily use of email and billing platform required.

Qualification

• NYS Certification or License/Registration in discipline with at least 2 years of experience providing therapeutic services to the Birth-3 population.
• DOH Approval Letter- DOH Approval requires 1500 hours of service with children under 5.
• Statewide Central Register Clearance
• Justice Center Screening
• Liability Insurance
• Knowledge of NYC EIP Policies & Procedures
• Preferred: flexible hours available, bilingual

Compensation: $65 - $75 Per Service