Social Worker

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SCOPE OF ROLE:

• • The Social Worker will assist agency consumers with accessing needed community services (medical, psychological, substance abuse, vocational, food, clothing, etc.) through the development of a referral network, referral and follow up. The emphasis is on providing non-judgmental, non-coercive services and resources to individuals engaging in risky behaviors.

II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • Actively monitors the integrity of consumer data; responsible for the reliability and accuracy of clinical data housed by SUS' Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Practice Management software; documents all services in accordance with SUS policies, OASAS regulations and all relevant federal laws; maintains the strict confidentiality of consumers currently engaged in or formerly a recipient of treatment services.
  • Provide individual and group support (Mental Health & Substance Use D/O)
  • Provide crisis intervention as appropriate.
  • Make community referral recommendations as appropriate
  • Utilize best and evidence-based approaches to treatment consistent with SUS's organizational culture; health/mental health integration, Trauma-Informed Care rehabilitation and recovery, culturally responsive care and wellness approaches figure prominently.
  • Conduct psychosocial assessments and related assessments.
  • Coordinate with community and mental health agencies, substance disorder treatment programs, including Harm reduction support programs and service providers.
  • Supportive counseling to agency consumers as needed
  • Regular home visits and hospital visits, as necessary
  • Maintenance of a strong working relationship with all therapeutic support services to ensure the best quality of care
  • Work as a member of the social service team in the development of off-site recreation, socialization, educational and skill building activities with a view towards community inclusion and integration
  • Liaison to community-based services and groups including civic, social service government, and business organizations
  • Participate in ongoing individual and group supervision, team meetings, case conferences, division meetings and trainings
  • Adhere to on call cell phone system to facilitate crisis intervention, emergencies and other situations that require immediate action
  • Other duties as assigned

I. REQUIREMENTS:

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree required
• LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, or LCAT required
• 3 years’ experience working with individuals with mental illness, substance use issues and/or a history of homelessness or 3 years’ experience working in the human services field required
• High degree of computer literacy
• Ability to work some late evenings including weekends
• Familiarity with recovery-oriented, evidence-based clinical practice preferred
• Bi-lingual Spanish preferred