Social Worker (Mobile)

Volunteers of America Greater New York
New York, NY
Category Social Services
Job Description
Role Overview

We are seeking a Social Worker to support eligible formerly homeless clients living in Permanent Supportive Housing to promote well-being and stability. The Social Worker will be part of a specialized team working across four SRO sites in The Bronx and Brooklyn.

What You Will Do

Conduct initial assessments, manage a caseload of clients, develop and facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational group programming, and provide on-call crisis intervention support.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Social Work, experience working with adults with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder and/or homeless populations, and familiarity with behavioral health treatment approaches and resources.

Requirements

  • Masters Degree in Social Work
  • LMSW licensure within 1 year of hire
  • Minimum 2 years experience with adults with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder and/or homeless populations
  • Familiarity with behavioral health treatment approaches and resources, including harm-reduction models

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
  • Prescription Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday
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