Clinician, Foster Care (25243)
Northern Rivers Family of Services·Albany, New York
Northern Rivers Family of Services·Albany, New York
Provide clinical assessment, treatment planning, and counseling for children in foster care and their families. Coordinate with staff and birth families while attending case-related meetings and maintaining detailed documentation.
Provide assessment, treatment planning and general counseling for children in foster care. Provide individual, group, and family therapy to children and families, when needed Conduct specialized risk assessments Consult with other staff involved in the care of the child and families Attend all case related meetings (Counsel on Special Education, Termination of Parental Rights, staff meetings, service provider meetings, emergency meetings, court), for cases they are serving Participate in formal and informal supervision. Meet regularly in the community regarding cases they are seeing for general counseling. Have regular communication/meeting with birth families around progress/problems of children in care and how to support them in and work towards permanency. Provide regular case documentation for all children and families on workload including assessments, progress notes, Family Service Plan, etc. Requirements and Education: Requires a Master’s degree in counseling with related experience. Limited permit is required; professional licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT) preferred. Valid NYS Driver's License. Benefits Health care package: medical, dental, and vision Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Holiday Pay 401 (K) plan Life Insurance Loan repayment assistance Free training/CEU opportunities About Northern Rivers At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger! All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work. Qualifications
Requires a Master's degree in counseling and a valid NYS Driver's License. A limited permit is required, though professional licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT) is preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.