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Services for the UnderServed

Social Worker

Services for the UnderServed, Bronx, New York, United States, 10400


Min

USD $62,400.00/Yr.Max

USD $70,000.00/Yr.Position OverviewAre you looking for a company that is recognized for bringing positive change to the underserved community? Then come join the S:US family!

S:US is seeking a licensed

Social Worker

for our families with childern shelter located in the Bronx.

Great opportunity for a Social Worker seeking their next career move. LMSW or LMHC required.

This position is located at

246

Echo Place Bronx, NY 10457.

The

Social Worker

will:

Responsible for the completion of psychosocial assessments of complex families impacted by multiple systems

Assess family needs and facilitate appropriate linkages for families to community based services

Work within a crisis driven environment with a knowledge base of substance abuse and addiction, domestic violence, child maltreatment, trauma, and mental health conditions

Provide education to other members of the team around clients’ psychosocial stressors and needs, to ensure positive outcomes for families

Attend ongoing professional development by the individual agency program, and the New York City Department of Homeless Services – Division of Family Services

Provide qualitative and quantitative feedback to Department of Homeless Services (DHS) and DHS Service Providers to inform both policy and practice

Be available to families seeking assistance at least five days a week, eight hours a day

Work from a strength based, family focused, client centered perspective and identify and fortify the strengths that each family has

Assist families with specific stressors associated with living in shelter

Ensure that families are receiving full support in shelter and, when necessary, refer families for counseling or other services

Confer and consult with professional and technical personnel in implementing a multidisciplinary approach to client care and well-being

Serve as agency/program liaison to community agencies and/or groups

Provide clear written reports that capture key findings to include provider areas of strength, and recommendations for improvement

Document patient medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, or outcomes

Complete other tasks as deemed necessary by program director

Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed which consist of weekend or evening hours

Comply with all SUS Employee Policies, Procedures, and Protocols, SUS Corporate Compliance Policies, and NYS Dept. of Social Services Rules, Regulations, and Statutes

QualificationsREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Master in Social Work or equivalent

Current licensure ‐

LMSW

or

LMHC

Knowledge of child and adolescent development; emotional/behavioral health; mental health; parent‐child relationships family dynamics; and diagnostic classification

Strong expertise in strengths‐based, solution‐focused, and family‐centered practice

Knowledge of guidelines, policies and regulations relating to child welfare, safety, permanency and well‐being

Ability to work independently and as part of a multi‐disciplinary team, to assist individuals of diverse ethnicities, backgrounds, ages, and sexual preferences

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Bilingual candidates preferred but not required

Benefits Overview:

We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including: Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Company OverviewJoin a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others.

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values:

respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Director of Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@sus.org

ID

2021-10707