Social Worker (LMSW)

GODDARD RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER•New York, NY

15d•$58,500 - $58,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center (Isaacs Center) is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and highly focused individual to serve within the larger scope of formal and informal learning of the Education and Workforce Program. The LMSW – Social Worker will work closely with participants ranging in age from 17+. They will carry their own case load of at least 40 individuals, with 20-25 meeting the qualification for bi-weekly counseling sessions. This person will work with their caseload with the multidisciplinary staff onsite to address barriers, formulate treatment plans and assist participants in meeting their goals. Weekly supervision will be provided by our onsite, LCSW – Clinical Director.

Requirements

At least 2-3 years of case management, workforce development, educational counseling or other relevant experience is required.
Masters Degree in Social Work w/ current LMSW license in good standing in New York State
Strong writing, speaking, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Demonstrated experience providing case management, facilitating group work, managing data, and effectively coordinating entitlements, benefits, and community resource network, completing treatment plans and monitoring client progress.
Must value team building, be able to work to independently, and the understand how to actively engage the community to address complex issues.

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office and databases, such as Salesforce and ASIST is a plus.
Knowledge of EBT as it relates to Trauma Informed Care and interest in expanding their knowledge of other therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

Complete biopsychosocial for all on case load and identify treatment plan w/SMART goals for those participants who qualify
Provide weekly/bi-weekly sessions for those clients who qualify for counseling services
Maintain notes, treatment plans for all participants on caseload in accordance with funders and agency policies
Identifies, predicts, and mitigates barriers to self-sufficiency including economics, education, and employment.
Works with participants to achieve educational, workforce and economic goals, enabling participants to access educational and employment services.
Determines social service needs, screens for benefits, assists with applications and makes referrals as necessary.
Provides individualized case management services and support to participants as needed.
Assists individuals with navigating complex systems including healthcare, social services, education, and financial systems.
Facilitates ongoing support to provide short-term interventions.
Tracks internal and external referrals.
Responds to participants’ needs for mental health, substance use, behavioral, housing, financial and other social services and identifies appropriate community supports as needed.
Conducts appropriate social and educational workshops to provide general and situational-specific information to participants.
Documents and tracks all interactions with participants through case notes and other tools according to timelines set by supervisor and/or funding specifications.
Manages the collection and distribution of program outcomes statistical data for reporting purposes, including adherence to program standards and government contract reporting.
Cultivates strong community-based partnerships with organizations that can serve as referral partners to meet the needs of participants.
Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Health Coverage
Life Insurance/Commuter benefits/Employee Assistance Program (EAP)/Flexible Spending Accounts
403B Thrift Retirement Plan
12 Annual Sick Days
12 Agency Holidays
20 Days or 4 Weeks of Paid Time off and an additional week (5) days after 5 years of employment
Total of more than 6 weeks (a month and half) of paid time off

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