Careers at RSS

Career Opportunities

Thank you for considering employment with Rehabilitation Support Services. We are pleased that you are interested in joining our team of committed professional staff who provide services to more than 3000 individuals per year.

If you are interested in a rewarding career in the human services field that uses your talents, we have many job opportunities providing mental health and substance abuse services to our consumers.

We are looking for dependable, well-qualified, talented individuals to join our group of committed staff who work successfully together to improve the quality of the lives of the individuals we provide services to.

Please note that in order to be eligible for employment in a position where you will have regular and substantial unsupervised contact with a consumer, NYS law requires that you be fingerprinted and complete a criminal background check. Most of our positions also require that you have an active valid NYS driver’s license and access to dependable transportation in order to fulfill your essential job functions.

If you are interested in employment with RSS, please select the county in which you are interested in working and choose from the list of available job openings. You will have the opportunity to see job qualifications for a particular position as well as upload your resume and cover letter.

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Available Opportunities

There are no job opportunities at this time.

Transitional Engagement Specialist- Delaware Co

Location: Walton, NY 13856
Work Hours / Shifts: Mon-Friday
Job Description: This position serves the behavioral health at risk population, providing advocacy, support and assistance with the community. Successful candidates should possess strong engagement skills, the ability to collaborate with various entities, and knowledge of the various social support services within Delaware county. This program serves individuals involved with the mental health, substance abuse and forensic systems, including individuals within county jails. The goal of the program is to provide community stabilization. Reliable transportation required. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with at least one year experience in Substance Abuse/Mental Health. Valid Driver’s license and criminal background check are also mandatory.
Extra Notes: This is a full-time position. Responsibilities include overall coordination and rehabilitation for an assigned caseload including developing vocational/educational rehabilitation plans, counseling services and other duties as described in the Job Description. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

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Care Manager - DOTS SOS

Location

Tioga & Tompkins Counties

Work Hours / Shifts

40 hours/week. This roll may require periodic on-call coverage and a willingness to work flexible hours

Job Description

RSS is currently seeking a full-time dedicated and compassionate Care Manager/Service Coordinator to join our team in the Safe Options Support (SOS) Program. As a Care Manager, your role will involve coordinating the needs of individuals transitioning from the streets to their new homes. You will work closely with participants, enhancing their daily living skills, providing accompaniment to appointments, and advocating on their behalf to ensure they receive appropriate care. We prioritize member choice, harm reduction, non-coercion, flexibility, and person-centered care. As a Care Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering care that aligns with our program model and values. This is a field-based position that may require periodic on-call coverage and flexibility in working hours. To be considered for this position, you must have a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, or be a New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Previous case management experience is preferred but not required. Responsibilities of the Care Manager include conducting outreach and engaging with homeless individuals, assessing their health and social needs, assisting with hospital discharge planning, resolving clinical issues impacting their ability to manage supportive housing, and fostering relationships with community providers. You will also provide appointment navigation and accompany participants to appointments, conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, monitor their progress, and attend team meetings and supervisory sessions. To excel in this role, you should have knowledge of homeless resources in the Southern Tier, counseling principles and methods for mental illness and substance use disorders, and familiarity with treatment, rehabilitation, and community support programs. Strong computer skills and documentation abilities are also essential. The position will require travel throughout Chenango, Broome, and Otsego counties. If you are passionate about helping homeless individuals, possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and are dedicated to providing person-centered care, we want to hear from you. Join our team as a Care Manager and make a positive impact on the lives of those in need. Apply now to begin your journey with us! This position will require travel throughout Tioga and Tompkins counties. Available benefits: Health, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, 401k, Employee Assistance Program.

Extra Notes

Salary: $47,500/year

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
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Do you have an active/valid driver's license?
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NYS law requires that a criminal background check be completed. Do you agree to be fingerprinted as part of the screening process?
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This position requires you to transport consumers to medical appointments, etc. in your own car and provide your own transportation to meetings. Do you have the ability to do this?
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Professional Clinician - DOTS SOS

Location: Tioga & Tompkins Counties
Work Hours / Shifts: 40 hours/week. This roll may require periodic on-call coverage and a willingness to work flexible hours
Job Description: RSS is seeking a part-time Licensed Mental Health Clinician to be a part of our newly launched Safe Options Support (SOS) team, dedicated to providing comprehensive care to homeless individuals. You will be responsible for community outreach, coordinating participants' needs, enhancing their daily living skills, providing supportive counseling, and advocating on their behalf. Our team follows the highly acclaimed Critical Time Intervention model, focusing on member choice, harm reduction, flexibility, and person-centered care. In addition to working in the community on weekdays, this role may require periodic on-call coverage and a willingness to work flexible hours. You will have the chance to transform community healthcare in the Southern Tier and support homeless individuals in their journey towards stability, independence, and well-being. To qualify for this position, you must have a licensed master's degree or higher in social work, mental health counseling, nursing, psychology, or CASAC. We will also consider candidates with an MSW who are working towards licensure and have experience working with homeless individuals. Your responsibilities will include persistent and assertive outreach, collaborating with street outreach teams and local police precincts, conducting assessments, providing short-term therapeutic counseling, supervising case managers and peers, collecting data, resolving clinical issues, navigating appointments, and facilitating crisis interventions, among other duties. Preferred qualifications include experience working with homeless populations and knowledge of homeless resources in the Southern Tier. You should have a strong understanding of counseling principles, mental illness, and substance use disorders. Proficiency in Health Information Technology and Microsoft applications is also required. This position will require travel throughout Tioga and Tompkins counties. Available benefits: Health, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, 401k, Employee Assistance Program.
Extra Notes: Salary: $70,000/year

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Program Coordinator

Location: Tioga/Tompkins County
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday-Friday with on-call responsibilities.
Job Description: For Agency programs that provide services to individuals with psychiatric disabilities and/or substance abuse issues, provides the full range of supervisory and administrative functions for several programs or a specialty program including supervision of management staff. Represents the Agency at County and other meetings. HS diploma with 5 years of experience preferred in a human services setting. Bachelor’s degree with two years experience preferred in a mental health setting or in a human services setting. Masters degree required in some settings. If applicable to the program, must possess professional credential.
Extra Notes: $58,458.40 – 63,458.40

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Residence Counselor

Location: Mohegan Lake, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Part Time/Shift Varies; Respite Also Available
Job Description: Position works within a community residence providing services to individuals with mental illness. Responsibilities include overall care of the residents, upkeep of the house, ADL training, service planning, daily notes related to progress, transportation, participation in recreational activities, advocacy, counseling and crisis intervention. High School Diploma or GED required. Criminal background check and valid NYS driver's license are also required.
Extra Notes: Non-Exempt; Entry Level Position

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Case Coordinator - Treatment Apartment Program (TAP)

Location: Mohegan Lake, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Various Shifts
Job Description: Program serves individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Responsibilities include case coordination, service planning, advocacy & crisis intervention and teaching life skills. High School Diploma or equivalent, valid NYS Drivers License and completion of criminal background check required.
Extra Notes: Entry Level; Non-Exempt

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Care Manager

Location

Poughkeepsie, NY

Work Hours / Shifts

9:00-5:30, Monday - Friday

Job Description

Position works within a Care Management Program which serves individuals who present with complex and varied health care issues. The Care Manager is responsible for working with a high volume of individuals across all health care domains of psychiatric, physical and addiction disorders. The Care Manager will coordinate all areas of care to ensure that people reduce their hospitalizations. The Care Manager will actively collaborate with consumers and providers to prevent hospitalizations by engaging them in community/outpatient services and supports. The Care Manager is highly organized, can manage his/her time effectively and has strong written, verbal and computer skills. This position requires travel. The minimum requirements are a high school diploma and one year of case management/coordination experience. Valid NYS drivers license and completion of criminal background check required.

Extra Notes

Rehabilitation Support Services, Inc. . is seeking full time Care Managers for our community-based Care Management Program located in our Poughkeepsie, NY office. Our Care Managers are responsible for the coordination of services to individuals living throughout Dutchess and Ulster counties who may be experiencing chronic medical, mental health, and substance abuse needs. This is not a site-based position but, is one where you will be working with people living in the community and assisting with accessing needed services and benefits to ensure they achieve their goals and lead healthy, independent lives. We provide client centered care that is sensitive to the autonomy of the people we serve. Our program provides a stimulating work environment where creativity and independent problem solving are encouraged. Position will require an ability to provide comprehensive coordination of all health care needs including medical, mental health, substance abuse, social services, and wellness. Although our care managers are part of a team, the ideal candidate should be comfortable working independently in the community. An ability to be organized is very helpful. You should have a desire to make a difference and provide quality care to a vulnerable and often underserved population. An ability to work with high risk/high needs individuals in a fast paced and challenging position with complex needs that will include: mental health, substance abuse, and chronic health conditions.

Minimum Qualifications
An associate’s degree in one of the following fields:
social work, psychology, rehabilitation, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreation or recreation therapy, counseling, community mental health, child and family studies, sociology, speech and hearing or other human services field.

Active/valid driver’s license

Successful completion of the Justice Center and New York State Office of Children and Families Statewide Central Register Database clearance.

Bi-lingual a plus

Experience is a plus

Recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Benefits
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account and 401K available.

EOE

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Case Coordinator - Treatment Apartment Program (TAP)

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Full Time
Job Description: Program serves individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Responsibilities include case coordination, service planning, advocacy & crisis intervention and teaching life skills. High School Diploma or equivalent, valid NYS Drivers License and completion of criminal background check required.

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Vocational Specialist

Location

Poughkeepsie, NY

Work Hours / Shifts

Variable

Job Description

This position provides skill building and support to adults with severe mental illness to obtain and maintain employment. The successful candidate will work with community businesses to establish job placements for consumers and provide coaching on job sites. Experience in the human service field is preferred. High school diploma, valid NYS driver’s license and access to reliable transportation are required. Criminal background check required.

Extra Notes

Vocational Specialist

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Residence Counselor

Location: Osborne Hill CR
Work Hours / Shifts: Various
Job Description: Position works within a community residence providing services to individuals with mental illness. Responsibilities include overall care of the residents, upkeep of the house, ADL training, service planning, daily notes related to progress, transportation, participation in recreational activities, advocacy, counseling and crisis intervention. High School Diploma or GED required. Criminal background check and valid NYS driver's license are also required.
Extra Notes: Osborne Hill CR

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Do you have an active/valid driver's license?
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NYS law requires that a criminal background check be completed. Do you agree to be fingerprinted as part of the screening process?
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This position requires you to transport consumers to medical appointments, etc. in your own car and provide your own transportation to meetings. Do you have the ability to do this?
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Program Manager

Location: Goshen, New York
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM or 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Job Description: For Agency programs that provide services to individuals and families with psychiatric disabilities and/or substance abuse issues. Supervises staff and oversees the coordination of all needed recovery oriented client services. Participates in referral and interview process for new client admission and planning for discharge. HS diploma with 5 years of experience preferred in a human services setting or Bachelor’s degree with two years experience preferred in a mental health setting or in a human services setting. Masters degree in social work or psychology required for some settings. Valid NYS drivers license and completion of criminal background check required. If applicable to the program, must possess professional credential.

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Professional Clinician

Location

Newburgh, NY

Work Hours / Shifts

Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Job Description

The qualified candidate should have a minimum of 1 year experience providing direct care to people with mental illness in a clinical setting. The candidate should hold a current New York State license in Social Work or Mental Health Counseling. The qualified candidate will be responsible for duties including, but not limited to: providing face to face clinical services to clients for 85% of the working day, providing group-based psychotherapy, facilitating family work and linkage with community providers, and accurate and timely completion of all related documentation to OMH and agency standards. The candidate will be proficient in collaborative documentation and evidence based clinical practice. Additionally, the qualified candidate will be able to work as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team. Proficiency in word processing and web-based applications are a must, as collaborative documentation in the electronic record is a large part of the job. The position includes after-hour on-call responsibilities on a rotating basis. Completion of criminal background check required. EEO/AA Employer.

Extra Notes

Rehabilitation Support Services, Inc. (RSS), a not-for-profit mental health agency, is hiring a Full Time Master’s Level Clinician to work with the juvenile justice population in our Mental Health Juvenile Justice Program that works within the Department of Probation in Orange County. RSS is a compassionate and caring employer dedicated to providing a vital safety net for vulnerable members of our communities. To our employees, working at RSS is more than a career – it’s a calling. As a Professional Clinician, you will be part of an exceptional and inspiring team that changes lives every day. This is your chance to apply!

The candidate will be responsible for weekly therapy sessions, conducting mental health assessments, and reporting progress to the court.

This is a 100% in office position. There is NO Remote work options available due to the program’s needs and requirements.

Qualifications and Skills:

Social Work and Mental Health Counseling Master’s degree required; clinical supervision hours available. Bilingual Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply.

Active/valid driver’s license required

Successful clearance by the Justice Center and New York State Office of Children and Family Services Statewide Central Register Database Check

Other clearances may apply if determined to be applicable to the position.

Competitive Salary and benefits package including:

. Salary Range $62,5000 to $68,000 (contingent on experience)

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage offered 1st of month following employment
401k Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Account
Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time
Parental leave
Extensive paid training program
Mileage Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Access to Agency vehicle

Rehabilitation Support Services wants all interested applicants to know we hire a diverse workforce and are actively recruiting candidates in accordance with diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity practices.

This is an immediate opportunity. The interview process may be comprised of a combination of virtual and onsite meetings/interviews.

EOE

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Case Coordinator - Treatment Apartment Program (TAP)

Location: Saugerties
Work Hours / Shifts: 40 Hours - Flexible Shift
Job Description: Program serves individuals with psychiatric disabilities. Responsibilities include case coordination, service planning, advocacy & crisis intervention and teaching life skills. High School Diploma or equivalent, valid NYS Drivers License and completion of criminal background check required.

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Do you have an active/valid driver's license?
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NYS law requires that a criminal background check be completed. Do you agree to be fingerprinted as part of the screening process?
Yes No

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
Yes No

This position requires you to transport consumers to medical appointments, etc. in your own car and provide your own transportation to meetings. Do you have the ability to do this?
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Rehabilitation Practitioner - PROS

Location

Monticello, NY

Work Hours / Shifts

8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday

Job Description

An opening exists in the RSS Capital District PROS Program for a Rehabilitation Practitioner. The PROS program is a person-centered, recovery-oriented model that serves adults recovering from mental illness. Qualified candidates must have a Bachelors degree, however preference will be given to candidates with Masters degrees. The candidate should have a minimum of one 1 year experience providing direct service relating to the care or treatment of persons with a designated mental illness. The qualified candidate will be responsible for duties including, but not limited to the provision of classroom/group services, the provision of one to one services, and the accurate and timely completion of all documentation. An understanding of the PROS model and the principles of psychiatric rehabilitation are a plus. Experience assisting individuals living with mental illness in securing and sustaining employment is also a plus. The position may require flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. Completion of criminal background check required.

Extra Notes

Rehabilitation Support Services, Inc., a not for profit mental health agency, is seeking a full time Rehabilitation Practitioner to work in our Sullivan County PROS Program.

RSS is a compassionate and caring employer dedicated to providing a vital safety net for vulnerable members of our communities. To our employees, working at RSS is more than a career – it’s a calling. As a Recreation Specialist you will be part of an exceptional and inspiring team that changes lives every day. Exceptional training opportunities and enhance your skills with unparalleled experience with children/youth and mental health.

This is your chance to apply!

The PROS program is a person-centered, recovery-oriented model that serves adults recovering from mental illness. Applicants should be extremely organized, dependable, and able to carry out and prioritize multiple ongoing tasks.

The qualified candidate will be responsible for duties including, but not limited to the provision of group and one-to-one psych rehab services designed to assist participants in addressing mental health barriers to achieve life role goals. Need to be able to multitask and meet deadlines, including accurate and timely completion of all documentation.

Hours are 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday- Friday.

This position pays $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

Qualified candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services, or related field.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must.

Need to be able to multitask and meet deadlines, including accurate and timely completion of all documentation.

An understanding of the PROS model and the principles of psychiatric rehabilitation are a plus.

Other requirements:

Valid driver’s license, successful completion of background check including Justice Center and New York State Office of Children and Family Services Statewide Central Register Database Check.

The agency offers excellent salary and benefits package available including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, 401K as well as paid sick, vacation, personal and holiday time.

EOE

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Care Manager

Location

Owego

Work Hours / Shifts

40 hours per week. Day shift

Job Description

Extra Notes

Position works within a Health Home Care Management Program serving adults who present with complex and varied health care issues. The Care Manager is responsible for working with a high volume of individuals across all health care domains of psychiatric, physical and addiction disorders. The Care Manager will coordinate all areas of care to ensure that people reduce their hospitalizations. The Care Manager will actively collaborate with consumers and providers to prevent hospitalizations by engaging them in community/outpatient services and supports. The Care Manager is highly organized, can manage his/her time effectively and has strong written, verbal and computer skills. The minimum requirements are a high school diploma and one year of case management/coordination experience. A bachelor’s degree in Human Services and 2 years experience is preferred

Wages begin at $18.50-$20/hr.

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Peer Specialist - DOTS SOS

Location: Tioga and Tompkins Counties
Work Hours / Shifts: 30 hours per week. Travel required throughout Tioga and Tompkins counties. This roll may require periodic on-call coverage and a willingness to work flexible hours
Job Description: RSS is currently seeking a part-time Peer Specialist to join our newly launched Safe Options Support (SOS) team. As an integral part of our SOS team, you will be providing comprehensive care to homeless individuals. You will engage and outreach to participants in various settings, assess their health and social needs, and participate in hospital discharge planning meetings. In addition, you will collaborate with participants and housing providers, assist with appointment navigation, and monitor and evaluate their progress. Your role will also involve building relationships with community providers and advocating for participants when faced with discrimination or healthcare inequities. To be successful in this role, you should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with preference given to those who are New York State Certified Peer Specialists. Experience in peer advocacy and working with mentally ill and/or homeless individuals is required, with preference given to candidates with experience in behavioral health, substance services, or homeless services. Knowledge of homeless resources, counseling principles and methods, and treatment and rehabilitation programs is also preferred. Strong report preparation skills and proficiency in computer usage and documentation are a must. This position will require periodic on-call coverage and flexibility. Travel throughout Tioga and Tompkins counties will be necessary as you engage with participants and build relationships with community providers. On-the-job training will be provided, and you will have the opportunity to attend team meetings and supervisory sessions to enhance your professional development. Join our SOS team and be part of a transformative initiative that aims to improve the lives of homeless New Yorkers and transform community healthcare in the Southern Tier. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of those who need it the most. Available benefits: Health, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, 401k, Employee Assistance Program.
Extra Notes: Salary: $35,625/year

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
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Do you have an active/valid driver's license?
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NYS law requires that a criminal background check be completed. Do you agree to be fingerprinted as part of the screening process?
Yes No

This position requires you to transport consumers to medical appointments, etc. in your own car and provide your own transportation to meetings. Do you have the ability to do this?
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Professional Clinician - DOTS SOS

Location: Tioga & Tompkins Counties
Work Hours / Shifts: 40 hours per week. Travel required throughout Tioga and Tompkins counties. This roll may require periodic on-call coverage and a willingness to work flexible hours
Job Description: RSS is seeking a part-time Licensed Mental Health Clinician to be a part of our newly launched Safe Options Support (SOS) team, dedicated to providing comprehensive care to homeless individuals. You will be responsible for community outreach, coordinating participants' needs, enhancing their daily living skills, providing supportive counseling, and advocating on their behalf. Our team follows the highly acclaimed Critical Time Intervention model, focusing on member choice, harm reduction, flexibility, and person-centered care. In addition to working in the community on weekdays, this role may require periodic on-call coverage and a willingness to work flexible hours. You will have the chance to transform community healthcare in the Southern Tier and support homeless individuals in their journey towards stability, independence, and well-being. To qualify for this position, you must have a licensed master's degree or higher in social work, mental health counseling, nursing, psychology, or CASAC. We will also consider candidates with an MSW who are working towards licensure and have experience working with homeless individuals. Your responsibilities will include persistent and assertive outreach, collaborating with street outreach teams and local police precincts, conducting assessments, providing short-term therapeutic counseling, supervising case managers and peers, collecting data, resolving clinical issues, navigating appointments, and facilitating crisis interventions, among other duties. Preferred qualifications include experience working with homeless populations and knowledge of homeless resources in the Southern Tier. You should have a strong understanding of counseling principles, mental illness, and substance use disorders. Proficiency in Health Information Technology and Microsoft applications is also required. This position will require travel throughout Tioga and Tompkins counties. Available benefits: Health, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, 401k, Employee Assistance Program.
Extra Notes: Salary: $70,000/year

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Care Manager - DOTS SOS

Location: Tioga & Tompkins Counties
Work Hours / Shifts: 40 hours per week. Travel required throughout Tioga and Tompkins counties. This roll may require periodic on-call coverage and a willingness to work flexible hours
Job Description: RSS is currently seeking a full-time dedicated and compassionate Care Manager/Service Coordinator to join our team in the Safe Options Support (SOS) Program. As a Care Manager, your role will involve coordinating the needs of individuals transitioning from the streets to their new homes. You will work closely with participants, enhancing their daily living skills, providing accompaniment to appointments, and advocating on their behalf to ensure they receive appropriate care. We prioritize member choice, harm reduction, non-coercion, flexibility, and person-centered care. As a Care Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering care that aligns with our program model and values. This is a field-based position that may require periodic on-call coverage and flexibility in working hours. To be considered for this position, you must have a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, or be a New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Previous case management experience is preferred but not required. Responsibilities of the Care Manager include conducting outreach and engaging with homeless individuals, assessing their health and social needs, assisting with hospital discharge planning, resolving clinical issues impacting their ability to manage supportive housing, and fostering relationships with community providers. You will also provide appointment navigation and accompany participants to appointments, conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments, monitor their progress, and attend team meetings and supervisory sessions. To excel in this role, you should have knowledge of homeless resources in the Southern Tier, counseling principles and methods for mental illness and substance use disorders, and familiarity with treatment, rehabilitation, and community support programs. Strong computer skills and documentation abilities are also essential. The position will require travel throughout Chenango, Broome, and Otsego counties. If you are passionate about helping homeless individuals, possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and are dedicated to providing person-centered care, we want to hear from you. Join our team as a Care Manager and make a positive impact on the lives of those in need. Apply now to begin your journey with us! This position will require travel throughout Tioga and Tompkins counties. Available benefits: Health, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, 401k, Employee Assistance Program.
Extra Notes: Salary: $47,500/year

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
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Do you have an active/valid driver's license?
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NYS law requires that a criminal background check be completed. Do you agree to be fingerprinted as part of the screening process?
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This position requires you to transport consumers to medical appointments, etc. in your own car and provide your own transportation to meetings. Do you have the ability to do this?
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Program Coordinator

Location: Tioga and Tompkins Counties
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday-Friday with on-call responsibilities.
Job Description: For Agency programs that provide services to individuals with psychiatric disabilities and/or substance abuse issues, provides the full range of supervisory and administrative functions for several programs or a specialty program including supervision of management staff. Represents the Agency at County and other meetings. HS diploma with 5 years of experience preferred in a human services setting. Bachelor’s degree with two years experience preferred in a mental health setting or in a human services setting. Masters degree required in some settings. If applicable to the program, must possess professional credential.
Extra Notes: $58,458.40 – 63,458.40

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Peer Engagement Specialist

Location: Norwich, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday - Friday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Job Description: Position assists individuals to complete Wellness Recovery Awareness Plan (WRAP), identification and linkage to resources for patients referred by clinician/MCAT staff, provides recovery coaching, peer education and assist with skill development, and contacts clients before appointment to identify any obstacles to continued treatment and ensure attendance. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred lived experience with mental health system and familiarity with services. Completion or ability to complete Academy of Peer Services, Peer Specialist Certification. Valid NYS Driver’s License required for some positions.
Extra Notes: Salary $15.60 hour

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Team Leader

Location: Walton, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:30
Job Description: Affirmative Business/Vocational program seeking an energetic, self-starting, hands on oriented individual to lead work teams in landscaping, light construction and building maintenance. Qualified candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid NYS driver’s license and completion of criminal background check required.
Extra Notes: This position is for the Mobile Work Crew (CMR) Minimum starting salary is $15.75-Max is $16.00 per hour.

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Residence Counselor

Location: Delhi, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Respite and full-time hours are available
Job Description: Position works within a community residence providing services to individuals with mental illness. Responsibilities include overall care of the residents, upkeep of the house, ADL training, service planning, daily notes related to progress, transportation, participation in recreational activities, advocacy, counseling and crisis intervention. High School Diploma or GED required. Criminal background check and valid NYS driver's license are also required.
Extra Notes: Minimum starting salary is $17.55 per hour, Max is $17.55 per hour.

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Activities Leader

Location: 132 Delaware Street, Walton, NY 13856
Work Hours / Shifts: 8-4:30 Monday-Friday
Job Description: Position works with individuals and groups to facilitate activities, which promote rehabilitation and recovery. Establishes and maintains good rapport and working relationship with members and peers. Qualified candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid NYS drivers license and completion of criminal background check required.
Extra Notes: This is a full-time position at the Creekside Social Club. It is now called the Wellness & Recovery Leader. Minimum starting salary is $15.75, Max is 16.00 per hour.

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Vocational Case Manager

Location: 132 Delaware Street, Walton, NY 13856
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday-Friday
Job Description: Working with individuals with psychiatric disabilities, provides the full range of vocational case management services such as coordination, advocacy, linkage and monitoring. Assists with screening clients and preparing referrals for vocational assessment. AA degree and two years of experience working with the mentally ill, or High School diploma and four years of experience working with the mentally ill preferred. Valid NYS drivers license and completion of criminal background check required.
Extra Notes: Minimum starting salary is $15.75 per hour, max is $16.00 per hour.

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Transitional Engagement Specialist- Delaware Co

Location: Walton, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: M-F 8:00-4:30
Job Description: This position serves the behavioral health at risk population, providing advocacy, support and assistance with the community. Successful candidates should possess strong engagement skills, the ability to collaborate with various entities, and knowledge of the various social support services within Delaware county. This program serves individuals involved with the mental health, substance abuse and forensic systems, including individuals within county jails. The goal of the program is to provide community stabilization. Reliable transportation required. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with at least one year experience in Substance Abuse/Mental Health. Valid Driver’s license and criminal background check are also mandatory.
Extra Notes: Full-time position, 40 hours per week. Rate of pay is $18.00 per hour, minimum and maximum. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a bachelor’s degree in human services and at least one year of experience providing direct services within behavioral health care.

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Family Stabilization Program Social Worker

Location

Oneonta, NY

Work Hours / Shifts

Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Job Description

Rehabilitation Support Services, Inc. has on opening for a Staff Social Worker in the Family Stabilization Program in the Otsego County Area. This program provides mental health counseling services to youth ages 4 to 17 and their families in their Otsego County home and school, with some telehealth services. Youth have been referred as a preventive measure due to risk of out of home placement in psychiatric hospital, residential, foster care, jail, etc. Case- load is very small (12- 15) and hours of counseling are enhanced for each youth and family. This Program is collaborative and strength based and provides trauma informed care and interventions that are youth and family centered and include Family Systems Therapy (FST), Motivational Interviewing. The Family Stabilization Program lends itself to a flexible schedule to meet client needs and to accommodate staff’s personal wellbeing and quality of life outside of employment. This is a perfect opportunity to gain valuable clinical skills in a program that offers and unprecedented level of clinical supervision, team building and extensive training opportunities. Position offers a competitive salary and benefits package including a company vehicle. Requirements: Masters in Social Work Degree with plan to become licensed in the State of New York

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Rehabilitation Support Services, Inc. is seeking a MSW (Social Worker) or LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Clinician) to work throughout Otsego County in our Family Stabilization Program (FSP). Candidates must have an MSW and be making preparations to be licensed in the State of New York. Supervision towards one’s clinical hours will be provided.

Staff will provide counseling, care coordination, and linkage to other community supports. These services are provided in homes and/or in schools to youth ages 4 to 18 and their families. Referrals to the program come from collaborative relationships with all Otsego County schools. The FSP program uses the System of Care framework that is family and youth centered, trauma informed, strength based and collaborative.

Other Requirements:

Valid driver’s license, successful completion of Justice Center and New York State Office of Children and Family Services Statewide Central Register Database Check.

The agency offers excellent salary and benefits package available including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, 401K as well as paid sick, vacation, personal and holiday time.

EOE/M/F/H/V

Salary $53,000 – $57,000

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Residence Counselor

Location: Schoharie, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Respite
Job Description: Position works within a community residence providing services to individuals with mental illness. Responsibilities include overall care of the residents, upkeep of the house, ADL training, service planning, daily notes related to progress, transportation, participation in recreational activities, advocacy, counseling and crisis intervention. High School Diploma or GED required. Criminal background check and valid NYS driver's license are also required.

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Housing Specialist

Location: Schenectady, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Job Description: Position works in a Supported Housing or HUD Apartment Program. The Housing Specialist assists individuals who have a mental health diagnosis to obtain and maintain housing. High School Diploma or equivalent required in addition to a minimum of one-year experience in Human Services. Criminal background check and valid NYS driver's license are also required.

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Care Manager

Location

Schenectady, NY

Work Hours / Shifts

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm (some flexibility)

Job Description

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The Senior Care Manager assists in the training of new staff, supervision and mentoring of staff, assisting with caseload coverage as needed, and representing the program in community meetings. In addition, the Senior Care Manager will be responsible for holding a reduced caseload and completing outreach and admissions for the program to build staff caseloads and grow the program.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or CASAC, and at least two years’ experience in the field.

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Professional Clinician

Location

Schenectady/Saratoga Counties

Work Hours / Shifts

Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Job Description

Extra Notes

The SOS-CTI Team is a unique opportunity for experienced mental health professionals to work in one of the Governor’s newly launched innovative Safe Options Support (SOS) teams, that will provide comprehensive care to street homeless or subway dwelling individuals.

This program spans three counties to include Albany, Schenectady and Saratoga.

The multi-disciplinary SOS team consists of a Team leader, Licensed Clinicians, Care Managers, Peer Specialists. The team supports program participants in the community through the application of the highly acclaimed, Critical Time Intervention, evidence-based, model of care.

The SOS Team has an opening for a Licensed Clinician for Schenectady/Saratoga.

The Mental Health Clinician’s role will involve community outreach on the streets, coordinating participants needs before and after their move from street to home, enhancing their daily living skills, providing supportive counseling, and advocating on their behalf when faced with discrimination or healthcare inequities. Member choice, harm reduction, non-coercion, flexibility and person-centered core elements are essential to this team.
The SOS teams will continue to follow participants for several months after housing placement to ensure their stability, independence and wellbeing in their new community. The role will require field-based work, periodic on call coverage, and a willingness to work flexible hours.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Licensed master’s degree or higher in social work, mental health counseling, nursing or psychology.

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Residence Counselor

Location: Albany, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Varied
Job Description: Position works within a community residence providing services to individuals with mental illness. Responsibilities include overall care of the residents, upkeep of the house, ADL training, service planning, daily notes related to progress, transportation, participation in recreational activities, advocacy, counseling and crisis intervention. High School Diploma or GED required. Criminal background check and valid NYS driver's license are also required.
Extra Notes: Several openings available. May require weekend and/or overnight shifts.

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Program Manager

Location: Albany, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Job Description: For Agency programs that provide services to individuals and families with psychiatric disabilities and/or substance abuse issues. Supervises staff and oversees the coordination of all needed recovery oriented client services. Participates in referral and interview process for new client admission and planning for discharge. HS diploma with 5 years of experience preferred in a human services setting or Bachelor’s degree with two years experience preferred in a mental health setting or in a human services setting. Masters degree in social work or psychology required for some settings. Valid NYS drivers license and completion of criminal background check required. If applicable to the program, must possess professional credential.
Extra Notes: The position of Program Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the program of a 14-bed geriatric community residence that serves as a transitional residence for consumers.. The position includes but is not limited to the following: coordination of care and restorative services for consumers, Medicaid billing, consumer receivables management, chart audits and documentation, management of site needs, staff training and supervision. There are on-call duties associated with the position. Any candidates should be QMHS qualified.

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Care Manager

Location: Albany, NY
Work Hours / Shifts: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
Job Description: Position works within a Care Management Program which serves individuals who present with complex and varied health care issues. The Care Manager is responsible for working with a high volume of individuals across all health care domains of psychiatric, physical and addiction disorders. The Care Manager will coordinate all areas of care to ensure that people reduce their hospitalizations. The Care Manager will actively collaborate with consumers and providers to prevent hospitalizations by engaging them in community/outpatient services and supports. The Care Manager is highly organized, can manage his/her time effectively and has strong written, verbal and computer skills. This position requires travel. The minimum requirements are a high school diploma and one year of case management/coordination experience. Valid NYS drivers license and completion of criminal background check required.
Extra Notes: A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or a related field or a CASAC along with 2 years of experience in the Human Services field is required.

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Professional Clinician - DOTS SOS

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Program Manager

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Case Coordinator - Treatment Apartment Program (TAP)

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Vocational Specialist

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Case Coordinator - Treatment Apartment Program (TAP)

Program Manager

Residence Counselor - Adolescent

Senior Residence Counselor

Recreation Specialist

Professional Clinician

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Case Coordinator - Treatment Apartment Program (TAP)

Care Manager

Professional Clinician

Rehabilitation Practitioner - PROS

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Team Leader

Residence Counselor

Activities Leader

Vocational Case Manager

Transitional Engagement Specialist- Delaware Co

Family Stabilization Program Social Worker

Senior Residence Counselor

Registered Professional Nurse Children & Youth Community Residence

Residence Counselor

Housing Specialist

Care Manager

Professional Clinician

Residence Counselor

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Housing Specialist

Case Coordinator - Treatment Apartment Program (TAP)

Service Plan Writer

Program Manager

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Housing Specialist

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Peer Advocate