About Child Mind Institute
We're dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders by giving them the help they need. We've become the leading independent nonprofit in children's mental health by providing gold-standard evidence-based care, delivering educational resources to millions of families each year, training educators in underserved communities, and developing tomorrow's breakthrough treatments.
Position Details:
As part of the ADHD and Behavior Disorders Center Summer Program team, you will report to Director Summer Program. You will serve as Clinical Team Leaders for our four-week Summer Program, supporting children with ADHD, ODD, and related behavioral and learning challenges. You will be trained in evidence-based behavior management strategies and help children engage in program activities and build pro-social skills. You must be available for all required training, preparation sessions, and for the full duration of the program.
This is a non-exempt, on-site position at the Allen-Stevenson School and the Child Mind Institute's NYC headquarters. Please review all dates below. Trainings: 9.00am - 5.00pm
- Monday, June 22nd
- Tuesday, June 23rd
- Wednesday, June 24th
- Thursday, June 25th
- Friday, June 26th
- Monday, June 29th
- Tuesday, June 30th
- Wednesday, July 1st
- Thursday, July 2nd
Program:
- Daily, 8am – 4pm EST
- Monday, July 6th through Friday, July 31st, 2026
You Will:
- Lead a team of 7–10 counselors in delivering the Summer Program intervention with fidelity, providing day-to-day guidance, feedback, and support.
- Collaborate with fellow Clinical Team Leaders and senior clinical staff to maintain consistency in behavioral protocols and program activities.
- Use evidence-based, positive behavior management strategies to support children across structured and unstructured activities, including transitions and daily routines.
- Assist senior clinical staff during counselor training and ensure counselors understand and apply program procedures.
- Support counselors in implementing individualized behavior plans, track participant progress, and document behavioral observations.
- Lead social skills didactics, morning meetings, and other skill-building sessions for children.
- Review treatment records and participate in daily clinical supervision to refine treatment goals and maximize program outcomes.
- Communicate with parents, under the guidance of senior staff, to support coordination of care.
- Prepare end-of-program reports summarizing participant progress and treatment gains.
You Have:
- Graduate-level study in psychology, counseling, social work, education/special education, or related field; or equivalent experience.
- Prior experience working or volunteering with children or adolescents in clinical, educational, recreational, or behavioral programs.
- Ability to use standard office and program documentation systems.
Pay Range
The salary range for the position is posted. Factors such as candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations affect the salary offered within this range. In addition, this salary may be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state and depending on the role), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
EEO Disclaimer
Child Mind Institute is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.In New York, we extend this prohibition to include status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, or any other characteristic protected by the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL).Child Mind Institute is dedicated to ensuring accessibility and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or medical conditions.
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Up to 30 (USD) Hourly
