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LMSW | LMHC | LMFT | Primary Counselor - Social Worker
Career Insights for Family / School / General Social Worker
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What they do
A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
$71,203 / year median in New York
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Social Worker FT & PT Roles Salary:
$40K- $65K/yr Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace by City & State New York!
- Paid at 5% of earnings after 1 full year of service (or once employee reaches 1000 hours w/in a year); increases to 8% from years 5
- 9; 10% from years 10
- 14; and 12% after 15 years Medical (ONLY 15% Employee contribution)
- All employee out of pocket covered by MERP plan
- No Out of Pocket Employee Responsibility! Dental (100% employer contribution
- No employee payroll cost) Optional Vision
- 100% employee paid 403(b)
- Employee contributions to supplement Employer-paid Pension Plan Basic Life Insurance/AD&D
- 100% Employer paid Short-term disability
- Basic NYSDBL handled through our carrier for employee convenience Long Term Disability
- 100% Employer paid
Flexible Spending Plans :
Healthcare, Dependent Care, Transit FSA In this role, you will: Provide weekly caseload group sessions to assist residents in developing and obtaining goals, including those noted in the treatment plan; Provide bi-weekly individual counseling sessions to assist residents in developing and obtaining goals, including those noted in the treatment plan. Initial and ongoing screening of resident and resident property in accordance with unit procedure. Document and chart all aspects of resident progress through the use of plans, progress notes and other agency forms and tools. Supervise clients in self-medication (under supervision). Participate in both individual and group supervision. Communicate all pertinent information, incidents, and emergencies using the appropriate system, including the SAC communication log, incident reports, and 24-hour on-call supervisor. Provide crisis interventions and follow up, including documentation of the incident, accident and/or elopement reports. Overall supervision and management of client population in the facilitation of the daily house schedule.We require:
Advanced degree required ; LMSW, LCSW, LMHC or higher preferred. 2-3 years of experience with substance use disorders. 1-2 years of experience working with adolescents with co-occurring and mental health problems. 1-2 years of experience working in an OASAS-funded facility, a plus. Commitment to providing quality services and outcome-driven performance measures. Excellent organizational management skills with the ability to coach staff, manage, and develop high-performance clinicians, set and achieve program objectives. Strong networking and public relations skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders, populations, and cultures. Action-oriented, adaptable, and innovative approach to program planning & work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.Outreach :
Where Passion Meets Impact . Discover a vibrant, forward-thinking workplace where your career thrives and joy sparks every day. Want to learn more? Visit the link below : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUc2KZDCkBQ Primary Counselor, for immediate consideration, please apply now! Outreach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all employment practices, including hiring, promotion, termination, and training.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$40,000.00- $65,000.