School Based Social Worker (LMSW/LMHC)

Urban Health Plan•Bronx, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a School Clinical Social Worker (LMSW, LMHC) to work within our School-Based Health Division at Urban Health Plan. Our school health division spans across 12 locations, providing public school students with primary care, dental, and mental health services. As the School Clinical Social Worker in this particular role- you will work in 2 Bronx-based campuses serving both Middle School and High School populations. Within our school setting, you will provide support to students by way of behavioral health screenings, crisis intervention, and individual psychotherapy.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Social Work from Accredited Institution is required.
NYS Licensed LMSW, LMHC is required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience providing clinical therapy to school-aged populations and support services for their families
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to identify high-risk psychosocial factors in patients and families that impact health status.
Established knowledge of clinical diagnoses and ability to diagnose and treat patients presenting with varied conditions.
Understanding of psychosocial stressors in communities and school aged communities.

Responsibilities

Provides bio-psychosocial assessments and clinical diagnostic assessments.
Conducts individual psychotherapy and counseling services to children within public schools.
Maintains skills and knowledge in clinical theory and practice to help patients overcome dependencies, adjust to life, and make changes.
Provides counseling to family members to assist with understanding and supporting patients.
Engages in crisis intervention when necessary and refers patients or family to community resources.
Provides consultation to medical providers.
Collaborates with physicians to develop and implement treatment and intervention programs.
Participates in clinical team meetings.

Benefits

Fully funded Health Insurance for you
73.5% funded Health Insurance for your family
Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
401(k) Retirement Savings (including 3% annual employer contribution)
Comprehensive time off including paid vacation, personal time, sick time, and paid holidays (including your birthday!)
Flex Spending Accounts (Health care, Dependent Care, and Commuter Benefits)
Entertainment Discount Programs
Employee Assistant Program
Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Fitness Discounts and Perks through our medical plan.
$50,000 term life Insurance