Part-Time, Weekends LMSW

Careers In Nonprofits • New York City, NY

23d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently in search of a Part-Time Licensed Social Worker for a Housing-First Nonprofit. The position is on-site with openings in Brooklyn and Queens. This is a part-time, Temporary to Permanent position. The Social Worker provides clinical assessment and support for outreach teams who engage with individuals to determine homelessness history, services needed, and appropriate placement options. They utilize Harm Reduction and Housing First approaches when conducting and supporting street outreach and engages with individuals to determine homelessness history, services needed, and appropriate placement options from the field in-the-moment. The Social Worker conducts 9.58 assessments. Programs staff are required to locate and assist street homeless individuals under the most extreme weather conditions. Staff must be willing to engage with street homeless individuals and can handle multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic, team environment.

Requirements

• NYS Licensed Masters Social Worker required (LMSW)
• Able to obtain 9.58 credentialing within first 3 months of hire required
• Understanding of Housing First, client-centered motivational interviewing, Harm reduction models, behavioral and medical health systems
• Experience with crisis intervention, including risk assessments and incident management
• Valid driver’s license from NY, NJ, CT or PA with good driving record, is a condition of employment
• MS Office Suite proficiency required

Nice To Haves

• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus

Responsibilities

• Utilize effective strategies for outreach teams following Housing First, Harm Reduction, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Motivational Interviewing and trauma-informed care models of practice
• Conduct 9.58 assessments and removals
• Follow up on homeless conditions, community concerns, including 311 calls and encampment engagement
• Provide support and guidance to Housing Advocates managing difficult situations and successfully de-escalate conflict
• Participate in Code Blue/Red Alerts
• Assess and complete 9.58 involuntary removals to a hospital and ensure all required documentation is accurate and completed on time
• Ensure documentation and reporting is accurately submitted on time
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level