Social Work Assistant

Episcopal Health Services • Far Rockaway, NY

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Social Work Assistant provides direct services and discharge planning to patients and their families. This is a Full-Time Grant Funded position (75 hours biweekly) with Day shifts from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The pay range is $32.79 - $38.62 depending upon years of experience.

Requirements

• Undergraduate/Bachelor's in Social Work or Humanities required
• 3 years' experience working with a psychiatric population, field work experience
• Experience with Advocacy and Support, Care Plan Development and Management
• Experience with Resource Navigation and Linkages, Supportive Counseling, and Field Work
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, communication, and parenting skills, cognitive, and behavioral interventions helpful
• Must have driver’s license, insurance, and own transportation

Nice To Haves

• Maintains patient privacy
• Demonstrates sensitivity to cultural differences
• Fosters cooperation and teamwork among staff
• Expresses respect and courtesy in all interactions
• Practices effective conflict resolutions
• Responds by telephone in a courteous and professional manner
• Communicates effectively in the interest of customer satisfaction and patient care
• Takes ownership and responds positively to address mistakes, resolve complaints and improve quality
• Practices effective problem-solving
• Improves skills and pursues learning opportunities in areas of responsibility

Responsibilities

• Provides in-home and community “strength-based” services to families and children affected by mental illness to prevent crises and achieve a maximum level of independence and functioning.
• Provides families and children with psycho-education, linkages and referrals.
• Maintains a caseload as necessary to meet program and OMH requirements.
• Responsible for maintaining client charts, preparing legible initial assessments, case management plans, progress notes etc., in a professional and timely manner.
• Provides work schedules and maintains integrity of use of time in field.
• Responds to all assigned cases within 48 hours; Follows up on delinquent appointments.
• Collects and revises information on community health and welfare resources that can contribute to alleviating patient’s problems.
• Participates in clinical consultations and staff meetings.

What This Job Offers

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