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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