SOCIAL WORKER

Mary Cariola Center•City of Rochester, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Mary Cariola Center is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our team. This role involves providing essential social work services to students and families, acting as a liaison between families and the agency, and collaborating with other staff. The Social Worker will maintain case files, provide advocacy and case management, and offer counseling services. This position also involves participation in team coverage, potential transportation of clients, and supervision of student interns. A strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Access, and Inclusion (DEI) is essential, as the agency fosters a culture where everyone feels they belong and differences are respected and valued.

Requirements

Master’s degree (MSW) in Social Work required.
A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years related experience preferably in a school-type setting.
Must be able to complete certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention.
Must be able to complete any other mandated State and/or Agency trainings.
Must have a valid NYS driver's license with an acceptable driving record according to Mary Cariola Agency guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Prefer the individual possesses or is in active pursuit of a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) license from the State Education Department.

Responsibilities

Provides consultation to teachers and other Agency staff acting as a liaison with families.
Maintains appropriate, current, and accurate social work files, central files, and other reports as necessary for case management services for assigned caseload.
Provides advocacy and case management for families to ensure availability and use of Agency or other community services as needed.
Provides indirect and/or direct counseling services to families and students, which may include direct IEP mandated counseling to students.
Coordinates evaluations of students on caseload and chairs staff sharing recommendations with parents, ensuring final treatment plans are implemented.
Participates in weekly Social Work coverage, including other colleagues' caseloads and transportation issues, which may result in extended hours.
May be required to transport students and/or families when deemed necessary by the Social Work Supervisor/Manager.
Understands the medical, psycho-social, educational characteristics and needs of the population served by the Agency.
Available for various discipline-related meetings and in-service sessions deemed necessary by the Social Work Supervisor/Manager.
Provides supervision and didactic services for area college students interested in pursuing a social work career and when deemed necessary by the Social Work Supervisor/Manager.
Participates in Agency functions and various community meetings as requested.
Other duties and special projects as assigned.
Demonstrates sensitivity and cultural diversity of others.
Displays personal behavior and standards that align with our Agency values when working with students, parents, districts, and Agency personnel.
Aligns all actions and behaviors with the Agency’s DEI values statement and beliefs.
Models and promotes awareness and understanding of various cultures, backgrounds, experiences, orientations, and religion.
Fully engages in essential responsibilities of the position, necessary training, and required meetings.
Maintains confidentiality.
Follows and implements all Agency policies, procedures and/or processes.
Uses effective presentation skills when addressing students, staff, parents, and the community including but not limited to appropriate vocabulary and the clear use of visuals.
Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, districts, and Agency personnel.