Together for Youth
A mission to strengthen children and families was born in 1886 when Catherine Burnham, wife of Frederick G. Burnham, convinced her husband that raising children would be a better use of their 580 acres in Canaan, New York, than raising cattle. It was then that the Burnham’s created a refuge for what were then called “wayward boys.” The idea that the Farm represented a family, rather than an institution, was a major factor in its success and its powerful influence on the boys’ lives.
The Burnham Family’s vision and personal commitment to making a difference in children’s lives led to what is known today as Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth, one of New York State’s largest and most impactful child welfare agencies serving over 2,000 children and families every day.
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Strengthening these children and families so they can live safely, independently and productively within their home community is our life’s mission.
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All available records for the period of 1886-present are held at the New York State Archives located in Albany, NY.
You can access these records HERE.
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SD Counselor - Desk & Control (4332)
Valhalla, New York
Description Job Responsibilities Direct Supervision and Safety: Direct supervision of youth: maintaining visual observation of youth, monitoring well-being and conduct to prevent critical incidents from occurring and ensuring safety for you...
7h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Albany, New York
Description Job Responsibilities: Supervises, teaches and acts as a role model for youth, and always be aware and account for youth Engages youth and their families and provides case management to help them adjust and be successful in the S...
21h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Foster Care Family Specialist (4602)
Syracuse, New York
Description Schedule 8:30AM-5PM, some evenings required, flexible schedule dependent on case needs. Job Responsibilities Conducts assessment of family's strengths and needs; assesses problem areas and utilizes various treatment modalities a...
1d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Albany, New York
Description Job Responsibilities Conduct vocational assessments to identify strengths, needs, and learning goals for each resident. Develop individualized learning plans that support academic progress, career plan readiness, and personal gr...
1d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Foster Parent Home Finder (4600)
Syracuse, New York
Description What You'll Do Community Engagement & Recruitment Share our mission across the state by attending community events, networking with local organizations, schools, businesses, and faith-based groups. Build trust quickly with prosp...
1d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Licensed Clinician (Merraine Group) (3819)
Amsterdam, New York
Description Job Responsibilities Uses evidence-based treatment modalities and assessment tools to complete comprehensive assessment and treatment plans for youth in care. Establishes medical necessity for Core and CFTSS services. Provides s...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Albany, New York
Description Job Responsibilities Facilitate lesson plan instructions to students, including 1:1 and small group provides input and helps facilitate social and emotional learning components of lesson plans. Develop and issue educational cont...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Secure Detention Counselor I (2164)
Albany, New York
Description Job Responsibilities Plan and engage youth in activities. Form therapeutic relationships with youth and families. Observe, guide and correct as necessary, delinquent, unsafe and/or unusual behavior. Evaluate, interpret, instruct...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Functional Family Therapist (Merraine Group) (1411)
Malone, New York
Description Job Responsibilities Provide home based family therapy services to at-risk youth and their families. Complete rapid assessments during intake process to assess relational and hierarchical functioning within the home. Rapidly eng...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |
Canaan, New York
Description Job Responsibilities * Account for welfare and well-being of youth at all times. Model appropriate behavior standards for youths. Must maintain visual sight of youth in the program. * Counsel youth on an individual and group bas...
2d
| Job Type | Full Time |