The Child Center of NY
39012 Com Psychiatric Suppt and Treat CPST - Comm Psychiatric Supports & Treatme
The Child Center of NY, New York, New York, us, 10261
39012 Com Psychiatric Suppt and Treat CPST - Comm Psychiatric Supports & Treatment Spc FFS
New York, NY, USA
Job Description Posted Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 5:00 AM
The Child Center of NY
strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results‑oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.
Fee-for-service Community Psychiatric Supports & Treatment (CPST) Specialist
We’re
looking for passionate CPST Specialists to provide community‑based support for children and families. In this role you will offer focused, goal‑oriented interventions to address behavioral health needs and support progress towards achieving their individualized goals.
What You’ll Do
Work directly with children, adolescents, and their families—right in their homes and communities
Provide
supportive counseling, solution‑focused strategies, and crisis management
that make an immediate impact
Deliver
rehabilitative psychoeducation
to empower families with tools and strategies to overcome emotional and behavioral hurdles
Collaborate with families to create personalized
strength‑based, goal‑oriented service plans
that tap into their natural supports and resources.
Help children and families to strengthen the skills they need to reach their goals and thrive within their community
Keep thorough and timely documentation to ensure the highest quality of care
What We’re Looking For
Master’s degree
in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field OR a Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years’ experience in children’s mental health, addiction, foster care, child welfare, or juvenile justice
Flexibility to conduct
home visits (evenings or weekends preferred)
Commitment to
diversity, equity, and inclusion , with the ability to connect across social, cultural, and economic backgrounds
Strong communication and organizational skills
Comfort with Microsoft Office and some experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Bilingual candidates (highly preferred) —especially in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, or other in‑demand languages
Why Join us?
Competitive pay
– potential to earn up to $55.61 per service hour for bachelor’s level staff and $60.10 per service hour for master’s level staff
Fee‑for‑service, field‑based role—
offers variety and flexibility. We operate every day of the week, so you get to build a schedule that works best for you and the families you serve
Make a
real difference in children’s lives
every day
Reimbursement for transportation costs
(in‑person home visits required).
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Ready to change lives? Apply today! The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V
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Job Description Posted Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 5:00 AM
The Child Center of NY
strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results‑oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.
Fee-for-service Community Psychiatric Supports & Treatment (CPST) Specialist
We’re
looking for passionate CPST Specialists to provide community‑based support for children and families. In this role you will offer focused, goal‑oriented interventions to address behavioral health needs and support progress towards achieving their individualized goals.
What You’ll Do
Work directly with children, adolescents, and their families—right in their homes and communities
Provide
supportive counseling, solution‑focused strategies, and crisis management
that make an immediate impact
Deliver
rehabilitative psychoeducation
to empower families with tools and strategies to overcome emotional and behavioral hurdles
Collaborate with families to create personalized
strength‑based, goal‑oriented service plans
that tap into their natural supports and resources.
Help children and families to strengthen the skills they need to reach their goals and thrive within their community
Keep thorough and timely documentation to ensure the highest quality of care
What We’re Looking For
Master’s degree
in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field OR a Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years’ experience in children’s mental health, addiction, foster care, child welfare, or juvenile justice
Flexibility to conduct
home visits (evenings or weekends preferred)
Commitment to
diversity, equity, and inclusion , with the ability to connect across social, cultural, and economic backgrounds
Strong communication and organizational skills
Comfort with Microsoft Office and some experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Bilingual candidates (highly preferred) —especially in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, or other in‑demand languages
Why Join us?
Competitive pay
– potential to earn up to $55.61 per service hour for bachelor’s level staff and $60.10 per service hour for master’s level staff
Fee‑for‑service, field‑based role—
offers variety and flexibility. We operate every day of the week, so you get to build a schedule that works best for you and the families you serve
Make a
real difference in children’s lives
every day
Reimbursement for transportation costs
(in‑person home visits required).
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Ready to change lives? Apply today! The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V
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