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Mitchell Martin;Mitchell Martin, Inc.

Social Worker

Mitchell Martin;Mitchell Martin, Inc., Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11210


Our Client, a private child welfare nonprofit, is seeking a Social Worker

Location:

Brooklyn, NYPosition Type:

IT Full Time

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Community Mental Health Clinics or his/her designee, within 2 co-located Article 28 and NYS Article 31 licensed mental health clinics (Bronx and Manhattan), provides mental health services to children, adolescents and their families using various social work methods, including individual, group and family therapy. These functions are performed under general supervision, necessitating the ability to exercise independent and sound judgment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assesses the social and emotional needs of patientsDevelops and implements treatment planning and direct clinical services to clients using modalities most appropriate to clients' needs following regulatory agencies guidelines.Coordinates social work services and patient referrals between the program and other agencies providing an array of services.Updates and maintains case recordsRemains available for crisis intervention as the need arisesAttends all clinical and administrative meetings (e.g. utilization reviews, case conferences administrative meetings)Work with a multidisciplinary team.Performs other related duties, as required.SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

BA level or Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field requiredNew York State License in Social Work requiredBilingual (Spanish/English) BIG time PlusBasic knowledge of DSM-V, mental status and psychosocial assessments preferred.Ability to work effectively with children, adolescents and families from a wide range of cultural, social and economic backgrounds.Computer literate, including Microsoft Word.Good engagement, assessment, crisis intervention skills; able to understand impact of self in work with clients

Salary Range:

$50,000 - $60,000

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