Acacia Network is hiring: Licensed Master Social Worker in Albany
Acacia Network, Albany, NY, United States
Camino Nuevo
Licensed Master Social Worker Albany, NY : 12/15/2023
Job Description
Job ID#:
3703
Job Category:
Camino Nuevo
Position Type:
Full Time
Details:
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under supervision of the Program Director, the Licensed Master Social Work responsible for the provision of short and long term psychotherapy to a caseload of psychiatrically diagnosed individuals.
This position requires great organizational and time management skills. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA to perform the essential functions of the job.Pays:60,000/year
KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
+ Evaluates and provides therapeutic interventions for adults diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illnesses.
+ Assessments performed with complete formulation, differential diagnosis, treatment and safety planning.
+ Provides individual therapy and group services rooted in evidenced based practice.
+ Works as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team and practices client centered and holistic care.
+ Communicates effectively with client, collateral contacts, outside agencies, referring agencies, and/or outside providers as needed for continuity of care.
+ Maintains appropriate and timely documentation of clinical services and related clinical contacts in accordance with OMH regulations and organizational expectations.
+ Performs clinical, compliance, and administrative duties as instructed.
+ Assist in the development of Evidenced Based Practices Group Curriculums in collaboration with the team.
+ Assist in the creation or enhancing of group curriculums for new or upcoming group cycles.
+ Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and workshops, in order to maintain and improve professional competence
+ Provide clinical/task supervision.
+ Conduct seminars and training for other clinical staff on various mental health diagnoses.
+ Facilitate interdisciplinary treatment teams and case conferences to determine client care and treatment planning.
+ Provide crisis intervention on as needed basis.
REQUIREMENTS:
+ Minimum of three (3) years previous relevant experience in Social Work experience in a Mental or Behavioral Health environment required.
+ Master's Degree in Social Work or an equivalent related field required
+ Current and unrestricted LMSW- NYS Licensure
+ S. I. F. I preferred (Seminar in Field Instruction)
+ Must obtain Mandated reporter (2 hours) prior to hire date.
+ Website info: https://nysmandatedreporter.org/TrainingCourses.aspx
+ Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making.
+ Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion.
+ Must be able to multitask with strong organizational skills.
+ Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form.
+ Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.
+ Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure, and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.
+ Covid-19 Vaccination Required
Job Requirements