Social Worker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work.
• In-depth knowledge of New York City’s medical and behavioral health care organizations and networks, including substance use disorder treatment, education and employment services, and non-traditional community support groups.
• Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic health records (EHR).
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Valid New York State LMSW or LCSW preferred.
• One to three years of demonstrated clinical experience in substance use and/or mental health treatment or shelter experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, mental status examinations, and mental health evaluations.
• Provide individual, couples, group, and family counseling consistent with clients’ treatment plans; recommend appropriate levels of care and document SOAP notes and counseling sessions.
• Conduct mental health and substance use screenings for adults and adolescents ages 12–17, and developmental screenings for children ages 0–5 at Family sites; make appropriate referrals based on screening results.
• Provide crisis intervention until a crisis has been stabilized.
• Participate in incident follow-ups as needed.
• Conduct psychosocial and family assessments, including assessments for Supportive Housing, as needed.
• Assist families with barriers to services and make appropriate referrals.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely client records in compliance with regulatory requirements and agency policies and procedures.
• Comply with 42 CFR confidentiality requirements and HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
• Serve as a liaison to community agencies and organizations and foster professional relationships with service providers and referral sources.
• Design and facilitate specialized therapeutic groups based on client and program needs.