Social Worker Position Available In New York, New York

BronxWorks is hiring six (6) Client Care Coordinators (Social Worker) for the Family Shelters Program.

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, child care 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

Masters Degree in Social Work required (MSW) New York State LMSW certification required, or the ability to obtain license within six (3) months of hire. Proficiency in English required; proficiency in a 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.