Social Worker

Good Shepherd Services•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the Social Worker provides clinical and therapeutic counseling services to residents of the Chelsea Foyer, residential and vocational programs for young adults preparing to transition into independent living. The role participates in the Sanctuary Model of care to ensure trauma sensitivity for residents. The position is onsite; hybrid schedules may be provided at leadership’s discretion based on program needs. The schedule is 35 hours, and some evenings may be required.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work or a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling.
NYS LMSW or NYS LP-MHC license required. Eligible candidates with an MSW or MHC degree who are scheduled or preparing to take the licensing exam may be considered; the license must be obtained within six months of hire.
Clinical work experience with youth and families is required.
Clear understanding of the needs of young adults experiencing homelessness, sensitivity to ethnic and cultural differences, and understanding of the needs of the LGBTQ community.
Ability to communicate with staff at all levels.
Demonstrated verbal, written, organizational, and prioritization skills.
Ability to work independently with self-initiative and contribute as part of a team.
Excellent crisis intervention, advocacy, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to working from a strength-based, youth development, and trauma-informed perspective.
Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Good Shepherd Services, including involvement in quality improvement activities and the ability to work in a culturally diverse environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in crisis management is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individual, group, and family therapy and counseling using agreed-upon models.
Facilitate regular psychoeducational groups for residents on a broad range of topics.
Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team and participate in case review meetings, service plan reviews, interdisciplinary conferences, roundtable discussions, Seeking Out Solutions, and other meetings.
Facilitate self-sufficiency work and collaborate with team members to arrange community wrap-around services as needed.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to brainstorm long-term plans and provide clinical support.
Learn and use the Sales Force database system to document case information within established time parameters.
Support the Sanctuary Model of trauma-informed care and use its tools, including safety plans, community meetings, psychoeducational groups, team meetings, red flag reviews, treatment planning conferences or similar activities, and self-care practices.
Promote and model the seven Sanctuary Model commitments to help create a nonviolent and trauma-sensitive culture.
Integrate the Sanctuary Model SELF framework—Safety, Emotional Management, Loss, and Future—into daily practice.
Perform other duties as required.