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Kids First Services
Monsey, New York

Behavior Therapist (LMSW, LCSW or LMHC)

Social WorkerFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80k-$100k

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Job Description

Company Overview

Kids First is a fast-growing therapy clinic serving clients in Monsey, NY and the surrounding areas. We are devoted to providing quality service to individuals and families. Our therapists help children and young adults with a variety of services including Speech & Language Pathology (SLP), Behavioral Therapy, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Occupational Therapy.

Kids First is looking for passionate people who want to help make a difference in the lives of the children we serve. More than a company, we are a community of purpose-driven individuals that value inclusivity, curiosity, and providing incredible service with a heart.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide clinic and/or school based, individual therapy to clients with a variety of mental health disorders, including but not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Social/Behavioral Issues.

Conduct client intake to determine their mental health needs and develop a treatment plan.

Structure client sessions using different modalities based on the treatment plan, including but not limited to: Play Therapy, Art Therapy, ERP, EMDR, Sand Tray Table Therapy, CBT & DBT.

Collaborate with parents (monthly) and other members of the client’s care team (as needed) to provide comprehensive care.

  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records and document progress towards treatment goals.
  • Stay current with best practices, laws, and regulations in the field of social work and mental health.
  • Actively participate in supervision, team meetings, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Master's degree in social work from an accredited program
  • Current and valid NYS license as a LMSW/LCSW or MHC.
  • Experience working with children in a mental health setting.
  • Experience working with electronic health records and documentation systems.
  • Bilingual in Yiddish a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Provide supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSWs) - LCSW Only
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Choose Kids First?

Make a Lasting Impact: At Kids First, we pride ourselves on our ability to make a difference in our children’s lives by staying focused on our mission, prioritizing ethical practices, and working with the utmost integrity and consistency.

Supportive Work Environment: Kids First fosters a collaborative work environment. You will have the opportunity to work closely with a team of dedicated Clinicians who share your passion.

Opportunities for Career Advancement: We believe in promoting from within and providing opportunities for career growth. As a member of our team, you will have opportunities to expand your role as our business continues to grow!

Health Benefits: Available for eligible employees; Full medical, dental, vision, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Maternity Leave, Paid Time Off, Vacation time and much more!

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual therapy to children and young adults in clinic or school settings while developing and implementing personalized treatment plans. Collaborate with families and care teams to ensure comprehensive support and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in social work and a valid NYS license as an LMSW, LCSW, or LMHC. Candidates must have experience working with children in a mental health setting and proficiency with electronic health records.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental Health AssessmentTreatment PlanningCase Management

Social Worker Career Context

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 42% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Social Work by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$83k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Social Work listings in New York610 active6,406 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 36% remote · 42% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York Social Worker listings: 5% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 6% offer loan repayment678 active listings, Nov 2026
New Social Work listings2,352 in the last 30 days1,554 the 30 days before (+51%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Social Work pay trend+1.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 20% of Social Work listings

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About Kids First Services

Mental Health Care
Atlanta, Georgia
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Full medical, dental, vision
Long Term Disability
Short Term Disability
Maternity Leave
Paid Time Off
Vacation time

Living in Monsey

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$976k≈ 12.2× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,892/mo≈ 28% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.