Social Worker

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.