Location: Community-based | Schedule: Full-Time (35 hours/week) | Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $34,000 - $36,000 annually

The Opportunity

Family and Children's Association (FCA) seeks a dedicated and compassionate Skill Builder to join our team. In this vital role, you will deliver rehabilitative services to children diagnosed with a mental health disorder. Services are provided in the child's home and/or community, using a hands-on, task-oriented approach to help children achieve their treatment goals, while offering brief respite for caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person, off-site rehabilitative skill-building services in natural settings.
• Engage children in hands-on, goal-oriented activities aligned with their treatment plans.
• Document each service interaction with progress notes and record relevant phone contacts.
• Develop and update treatment and safety plans.
• Maintain consistent communication with your supervisor to discuss case updates.
• Attend team meetings, case conferences, training sessions, and clinical supervision.
• Submit documentation by internal deadlines and comply with all regulatory requirements.
• Uphold HIPAA standards, ethical guidelines, safety procedures, and compliance.
• Deliver services using a strength-based, family-driven, culturally responsive approach.
• Collaborate with clinical treatment providers and attend team meetings as needed.
• Perform other duties that support overall program operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience in children's mental health, substance use, foster care, or a related human services field,
  or a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; Medicaid billing experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required.

Compensation

FCA offers competitive compensation within a supportive culture that values growth and opportunity. Final salary decisions are based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous vacation, sick, personal, and floating holiday time
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pet insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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