Social Worker - 4669

BronxWorks

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About The Position

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 62 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field. Our family shelters are safe, welcoming spaces where families can stay temporarily while they work toward long-term stability. Program staff provide compassionate support, life-enhancing services, and community-based resources to help empower each family. Together, we guide families on their journey back to independence and into permanent housing.

Requirements

• A master's degree in social work required (MSW)
• New York State LMSW certification or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of hire
• Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology required
• Bilingual English Spanish required

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to clients, including engagement, intake assessment, service plan development, referral, advocacy therapeutic counseling, reassessment, and exit summaries
• Manage a caseload for a diverse population
• Monitor and document progress toward service plan goals, document all interactions with or on behalf of the client
• Provide group counseling as assigned by the Program Director
• Teach parenting classes as required
• Maintain familiarity with programs resources available on and off site
• Coordinate client services with mental health, medical, employment, educational, childcare, and other social service providers
• Review and sign off on service plans and psychosocial as assigned
• Conduct regular home and field visits
• Conduct regular case conferences with clients and service providers as required
• Assist with special projects as assigned including representing agency at interagency events
• Assist with supervision of paraprofessional staff
• Supervise all office functions in the supervisor's absence as assigned
• Complete program reports
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Master's degree