Social Worker
Master's
$55,000 - $75,000 USD yearly
Position: Social Worker
The Social Worker is responsible for the delivery and implementation of long-term supervision, support and clinical services to a population of chemically dependent individuals with co-occurring and mental health problems. The Social Worker serves as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
This position is based at our Men's Residential Center located at 998 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood, NY.
Essential Duties:
- Provide weekly caseload group sessions to assist residents in developing and obtaining goals, including those noted in the treatment plan.
- Provide bi-weekly individual counseling sessions to assist residents in developing and obtaining goals, including those noted in the treatment plan.
- Initial and ongoing screening of resident and resident property in accordance with unit procedure.
- Document and chart all aspects of resident progress through the use of plans progress notes and other agency forms and tools.
- Document, facilitate, and supervise daily group supervision.
- Communicate all pertinent information, incidents and emergencies using the appropriate system including the SAC communication log, incident reports, and 24 hour on-call supervisor.
- Provide crisis interventions and follow-up documentation of the incident, accident, and/or elopement reports.
- Overall supervision and management of client population in the facilitation of the daily house schedule.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- Advanced degree required; LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, MSWLP or higher preferred.
- CASAC, master’s level candidate, or limited permit with relevant experience will be considered.
- 2-3 years of experience with substance abuse disorders.
- 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with co-occurring and mental health problems.
- 1-2 years of experience working in an OASAS-funded facility a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Commitment to providing quality services and outcome driven performance measures.
- Strong networking and public relations skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders, populations, and cultures.
- Action-oriented, adaptable, and innovative approach to program planning.
- Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.
- Experience with AVATAR electronic health records a plus.
Brentwood, New York, United States
On-site
$55,000 - $75,000 USD yearly