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Social Worker (FFS)
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
Responsibilities:
Assesses the environment of the home and community to identify elements which impact negatively on the patient/family ability to function. Provides direct short-term counseling services to patient/family or makes appropriate community referrals. Teaches coping skills to patients/families to assist them in their adjustment to the life changes associated with illness/disability. Participates in conferencing and planning with other disciplines caring for the patient. Prepares clinical progress notes and documents in the patients record, as indicated. Available for planned social work consultation on patient care with staff, as needed. Participates in evaluating overall position performance, goal setting and achievement, and performance improvement plan.
Qualifications:
New York State Social Work License 2 years of social work experience
Master's Degree Compensation:
$70.00 per visit
Benefits
- Dental Insurance