CHMW Respite Intern

The Opportunity

FCA is excited to announce an opportunity for an Intern for our Children's Mental Health Division.

As an intern, you will assist with individual and group respite and rehabilitative services to children who are diagnosed with a mental health disorder. Services are provided in the child's home and/or community, are hands on, task-oriented and intended to help the child achieve their identified goals and objectives while allowing a temporary break for the child's caregiver.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person on-site and off-site respite services to assist the child to develop and apply skills in natural settings.

• Provide hands on and task-oriented activities based upon the child's needs.

• Complete progress notes for each session and telephone calls.

• Submit work by deadlines and in compliance with funding regulations and the agency's Compliance Plan.

• Deliver and document services using a strength-based and family-driven approach.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Bachelor's level program.

• Interest in working with children and learning about community resources.

• Valid New York State driver's license

• Ability to do home visitation

• Basic computer skills

• Valid and clean New York State Driver's License

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