Senior Social Worker

Boston Public Health Commission
Boston, MA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Senior Social Worker is a lead position in the development and operation of BPHC/Homeless Services programs. They provide clinical oversight, supervision, and management of Behavioral Health Stabilization services. The role involves recruiting, hiring, training, and evaluating Case Management staff, as well as developing programming based on best practices for clients with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders.

What You Will Do

The Senior Social Worker will provide clinical supervision, ensure accurate record keeping, and monitor partnerships with community service providers. They will also develop and oversee clinical and client services, including intake, assessment, and referral services, as well as provide crisis intervention and care coordination services.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires strong clinical skills, understanding of mental health and dual-diagnosis issues, and experience working with diverse populations. Prior experience with homelessness and substance abuse is helpful. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, knowledge of Boston area social services and mental health agencies, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Requirements

  • Master's degree
  • LCSW, LICSW, or LMHC
  • Strong clinical skills and understanding of mental health and dual-diagnosis issues
  • Experience working with diverse ethnic, racial, and economic populations
  • Prior experience with homelessness and substance abuse is helpful
  • Familiarity with DMH eligibility determination and services
  • Supervisory experience preferred
  • Knowledge of Boston area social services and mental health agencies
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Bi-Lingual Spanish speaking preferred
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