Provides a variety of treatment programs and related outpatient services for children and adolescents who have moderate to severe emotional problems. Includes programs for children of divorce, OCD (obsessive/compulsive disorder), ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperacivity Disorder) , and social skills building.

A program which focuses on social interaction skills for young children with the objective of helping them overcome shyness or aggressiveness and to engage in constructive play or other group activities, develop friendships and to learn politeness, cooperation, problem solving, taking turns, sharing, winning, losing, etc. This program also has a parent component.

Provides a therapeutic recreation program including group therapeutic activities for children with a serious emotional disturbance. Fosters better socialization skills and offers arts and crafts, sports activities, and field trips.

Offers social skills training to children and adolescents with high functioning autism. The classes are designed to teach social/emotional skills, abstract thinking, self-help and management skills, and help develop and enhance positive behaviors, social skills, and self monitoring techniques to foster understanding and relationships with others. Classes are small groups, with parent participation in the elementary and middle school age groups.

The early childhood programs help young children prepare for school by developing social, emotional, educational and pre-literacy skills. Early intervention services and parent support are also available

Offers workshop for children ages 5-8 and 9-12 (parents included). This program provides education and support to families. Topics include building healthy friendships, communication skills, understanding and expressing feelings, dealing with teasing and bullies, and more. Discussion groups, creative arts, games and hands-on activities are utilized to increase understanding and strengthen social skills. The Parent Component offers support and guidance to parents, and provides practical skills for helping their child in a variety of situations. The Parent Component meets at the same time the children's program runs.

ASSIST provides social skills building groups for children with developmental disabilities, especially those with autism spectrum disorders.

A Supplemental Education Program developed as an affordable option for families unable to participate in the traditional insurance-based Social Communication Program due to cost. This program targets the same skills, seeking to enhance: - Self-Regulation Skills: needed to manage one's feelings and behaviors to adjust to the changing conditions of the environment for optimal engagement - Conversation Skills: using language to take part in reciprocal and meaningful exchanges - Cooperation Skills: problem-solving, compromising, and understanding others' perspectives to establish and maintain relationships - Generalization Skills: communicating effectively across social situations and adjusting social behaviors to meet the listener's needs and environmental conditions

Teaches children, in grades K-3, character education and social skills through directed lessons, songs, multi-cultural puppets, stories and activities. Cultural diversity, anger management, conflict resolution, strategies for dealing with bullies and the understanding of emotions are some of the issues that are addressed. Training, in the areas of alcohol, drugs and violence prevention is available. This program is available to schools and agencies.

Offers a school which is designed for students with moderate to severe developmental disabilities. The instructional program, which is aligned to the New York State Standards for Students with Severe Disabilities and the New York State Common Core Learning Standards, builds confidence and capabilities of students and focuses on developing communication skills and personal independence. Research-based methodologies, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), visual strategies, the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), augmentative communications systems, functional behavioral assessment and positive behavioral supports are utilized in this program. The Rosemary Kennedy School consists of the elementary, middle and high school classes as well as district-based classes which provide mainstreaming opportunities for students. Community-based instruction is an essential part of the curriculum and compliments traditional classroom learning. Students participate in recreational activities (libraries, bowling), life skills (grocery shopping, restaurants), volunteer work sites (Mercy Hospital, Hofstra University) and vocational enclaves in the community (fast food restaurants, retail stores). Each student is educated by an interdisciplinary team comprised of the classroom teacher, teacher aides, psychologist, social worker, related service personnel, curriculum teachers and administrators. Parents are encouraged to participate in their child's education through daily communication notebooks, conferences, visits, parent training sessions and parent support groups. Transition planning for students from ages 12 to 21 is facilitated by vocational rehabilitation counselors and social workers in coordination with students and their families prior to graduation. Call for more detailed information.

Provides peer groups to improve self-esteem through education. Teenage groups deal with diverse subjects including peer/group pressure, problem solving, and improving social skills. Call for more information.

Offers a school which is designed for students with moderate to severe developmental disabilities. The instructional program, which is aligned to the New York State Standards for Students with Severe Disabilities and the New York State Common Core Learning Standards, builds confidence and capabilities of students and focuses on developing communication skills and personal independence. Research-based methodologies, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), visual strategies, the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), augmentative communications systems, functional behavioral assessment and positive behavioral supports are utilized in this program. The Rosemary Kennedy School consists of the elementary, middle and high school classes as well as district-based classes which provide mainstreaming opportunities for students. Community-based instruction is an essential part of the curriculum and compliments traditional classroom learning. Students participate in recreational activities (libraries, bowling), life skills (grocery shopping, restaurants), volunteer work sites (Mercy Hospital, Hofstra University) and vocational enclaves in the community (fast food restaurants, retail stores). Each student is educated by an interdisciplinary team comprised of the classroom teacher, teacher aides, psychologist, social worker, related service personnel, curriculum teachers and administrators. Parents are encouraged to participate in their child's education through daily communication notebooks, conferences, visits, parent training sessions and parent support groups. Transition planning for students from ages 12 to 21 is facilitated by vocational rehabilitation counselors and social workers in coordination with students and their families prior to graduation. Call for more detailed information.

Offers drug and alcohol counseling, crisis counseling, job development and referral, tutoring, Homework help, Improvisation teen theater, peer leadership training, drug prevention, support groups, environmental issues group, grandfriends, social skills group, young families group, home safety programs, basketball and recreational activities. Parent resources available.

Provides participating School District students in kindergarten through 4th Grade assistance in reading, writing, math and social skills.

Provides an individualized program, based on the level of severity for individuals with developmental disabilities. Services include educational, vocational, habilitative, supportive employment, socialization, and life skills training.

Special Education provides various educational programs for students with physical, emotional or developmental disabilities. Other services included are physical, occupational and speech therapy, assistive technology, psychological services, and more. Programs offered: Program for Multiple Disabilities - Geared for students with severe developmental and physical disabilities and focus primarily on motor development, perceptual development, daily living skills, language development and socialization.

Offers a variety of therapeutic groups to help children and adolescents learn new ways to develop goals for change, and identify strengths and skills for increasing self-esteem for all youth, including children of divorced parents.

Provides academic tutoring, social/life skill training, mentoring and prevention workshops for students that are referred by their school district due to behavior problems, truancy, and/or substance abuse.

Provides a supportive environment for middle school and high school girls and their mothers. Offers a week long hands-on workshop to develop positive relationships and self-image and build skills in leadership, team building, verbal and written communication, and vision planning.

Rockland Jewish Family Service offers a therapeutic social skills program for children ages 4-18, and a transition-based social skills program for young adults ages 18-26. Individuals who have been previously diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, High Functioning Autism, PPD NOS, Nonverbal Learning Disability or Social Anxiety are candidates for these programs.

Provides support to fathers who are getting ready to be released from jail,are ex-offenders, or on probation and want to be a better dad and provider to the family. The program identifies each father's challenges and links them to community resources. Participants attend a 12-session workshop where they will learn, practice and strengthen specific parenting skills, communication, conflict resolution, anger management, including financial literacy training, pre-job skills, resume writing, interviewing skills, and employment support to help improve their economic stability.

Offers an after school social skills groups for children and young adults with high-functioning autism and Asperger Syndrome. Groups focus on enhancing communication, play skills and awareness of feelings in oneself and others. Through skilled guidance, participants learn the specific tools necessary to make friends and play cooperatively. Young adult groups focus on learning and refining the skills necessary to develop and maintain relationships including initiating friendships, increasing connectedness with others, and building self-advocacy skills. Also offers this for adult groups when they have enough participants.

Focuses on bringing together small groups of children and teens so that they can learn to interact appropriately with others their own age and practice important life skills. The program runs in 8 week sessions. Topics include: conversation skills, making and keeping friends, body language, social cues, problem solving, cooperation, frustration and tolerance, anger management, self-esteem, and managing stress.

Offers a curriculum-based program designed to teach appropriate social and interactive skills through the use of modeling, puppetry, role-playing, and practice. Serves children ages 4 to 12 years and teenagers 13-16 diagnosed with high functioning Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, Attention Deficit Disorder, and other children who need help in the area of social development.

Assists individuals ages 3 to 30 years with developmental disabilities in setting goals and identifying areas of interest. Areas include self advocacy, meal preparation, chores, money skills, grocery shopping, decision making, self direction, and interpersonal skills.