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Social Worker - 4969

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences.

Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.

BronxWorks provides permanent supportive housing with an array of social services to more than 400 formerly chronically unhoused individuals and families throughout the Bronx. We strive to break the cycle of homelessness with personalized, wraparound support, empowering individuals and families to rebuild their lives with stability, dignity, and hope.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Brook Supportive Housing Program has opportunities for Social Workers to join an established multidisciplinary team. The Brook permanently houses 189 residents; the majority are formerly street homeless and have serious mental and medical conditions (including HIV/AIDS) and substance misuse challenges. Social Workers are integral to our team and are responsible for helping chronically homeless individuals transition into permanent housing with supportive services. Our Social Workers provide direct clinical services to residents who have more intense psychiatric and behavioral health needs. They coordinate services that include medical care, psychiatric care, community living skills, financial management, information and referral, crisis management, supportive counseling and substance abuse treatment and referrals.

The Brook provides a high level of support to its Social Workers through weekly individual supervision, rounds, on-site trainings, and staff meetings. The Brook supports continuing education and career growth through individual and group supervision, as well as opportunities for earning Continuing Education Credits. Some evenings and weekends required. LMSW is required (MSWs are welcome to apply- however must obtain license within 3-6 months of hire). Spanish Bilingual preferred but not required. Opportunities for group work are also available as are LCSW qualifying hours.

Ideal candidate can demonstrate ability to work in partnership with residents from a strengths-based perspective, overcoming stigma, and navigating complex systems. Additionally, ideal candidate can adapt to an active environment, is exceptional with time management, has strong writing and communications skills, exhibits excellent attention to detail and remains a team player.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintaining a caseload of 14-18 individuals with chronic homelessness history
Monitor and document client progress towards Treatment plan goals
Conduct regular case conferences with clients and service providers as needed
Conduct monthly home visits for caseload and field work with clients when needed
Assist with managing and directing all walk-in clients
Maintain familiarity with agency and city resources available to clients
Document progress notes for all encounters and services provided to clients
Participate in regular meetings, trainings and weekly supervision with supervisor and other support staff
Opportunities for clinical work through intensive case management, crisis counseling and substance abuse counseling
Opportunities to provide group counseling
Opportunities to earn LCSW and LMHC qualifying licensing hours
Perform additional duties as assigned

Program Specific Responsibilities

Provide direct services to clients, including engagement, intake, assessment, service plan development, referral, advocacy, therapeutic counseling, reassessment, and exit summaries
Manage a case load for a diverse client population
Monitor and document client progress toward service plan goals; document all interactions with, or on behalf of, clients
Provide group counseling as assigned by the program director
Teach parenting classes as required
Maintain familiarity with program resources available on- and off-site
Coordinate client services with mental health, medical, employment, educational, childcare and other social service providers
Review and sign off on service plans and psycho-social assessments as assigned
Conduct regular home and field visits as required
Conduct regular case conferences with clients and service providers as required
Assist with special projects as assigned including representing agency at inter-agency events
Act as program contact person for inquiries concerning clients
Assist with the supervision of paraprofessional staff
Supervise all office functions in the supervisor’s absence as assigned
Report to and meet with the supervisor on a regular basis
Complete program reports
Perform additional duties as assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree in Social Work required
New York State LMSW certification required, or the ability to obtain license within six (6) months of hire
Proficiency in English required; proficiency in Spanish or another second language preferred
Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.
Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.

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