Licensed Master Social Worker (Van Dyke ATC) (Evenings) (NY HELPS)

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Responsibilities

  • Interview clients and review medical/psychiatric history, and complete various assessments as part of treatment plan development.
  • Assess individual and family needs, strengths, and limitations.
  • Complete required client and facility admissions documentation, adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations.
  • Provide orientation to the clients regarding the nature of the treatment facility, including its programs, activities, policies, and rules.
  • Record significant psychosocial events and/or changes in clinical condition.
  • Determine the individual needs for referral to community-based services.
  • Serve as a resource to other team members regarding social adjustment, discharge service needs, and the effective utilization of community services.
  • Assist in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
  • Provide individual, group, and family counseling, as well as crisis intervention.
  • Provide clinical consultation and assistance to members of the professional staff and members of the treatment team, under the clinical supervision of a licensed clinical social worker, psychologist, or psychiatrist.
  • Prepare reports and maintain all records as required.
  • Seek out and participate in additional training including delivery of evidence-based treatments.
  • May supervise and train social work interns, and paraprofessional social work and/or direct care staff.
  • Participate in regular ongoing supervision and consultation to support workplace performance.
  • Other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Possession of a license and current registration as a licensed master social worker in New York State.
  • Current permanent status as a Licensed Master Social Worker and qualified for lateral transfer.
  • Eligible for transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
  • Eligibility and maintenance of eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in addiction treatment or mental health services.
  • Familiarity with evidence-based treatment modalities.
  • Supervisory experience in a clinical setting.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • NYS Employees Retirement System (pension).
  • Optional Deferred Compensation Program.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Generous paid leave benefits.
  • Compensation for 13 State holidays per year.
  • Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs.
  • Flex Spending Accounts.
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