Psychiatric Social Worker I - Office of Mental Health, Chemical Dependency and D.D. Services

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Collaborates as a member of a diagnostic and therapeutic team and carries out, casework services to the emotionally, mentally, or otherwise disturbed or handicapped patient; performs related duties as required.

TYPICAL DUTIES

Provides intensive psychiatric casework and counseling services to patients and members of their family. Obtains information from patients, members of the family, outside treatment providers and all other relevant parties to assist the multidisciplinary treatment team in the assessment of patient's emotional and behavioral needs. Provides support casework services during institutionalization, hospitalization or clinical treatment based on psychological or psychiatric diagnosis, and recommended treatments. Prepares case histories, prepares reports and keeps records.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of professional psychiatric casework principles, practices and methodology. Considerable knowledge of individual and group behavior and the interrelationships between social, economic and psychological factors. Knowledge of the more common mental illnesses and their social, economic and psychological implication. Ability to work effectively with people and aid them to grow in the constructive utilization of their capabilities and adjustment to their specific problems. Ability to analyze and interpret case records and recommend logical, sound courses of action. Ability to prepare clear and pertinent reports, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications:

Training and Experience Master's degree in Social Work from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university. Necessary Special Requirement Continuing possession of a current license as a Master Social Worker (LMSW) or a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), issued by the New York State Education Department. Background Check Information There is a background check for this position. Selected candidates will be required to pay for their background check. Total cost for the background check is $75. Hours Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Salary Information Non-negotiable starting salary of $57,691 per year. Salary increases to $72,690 after six months based upon the current collective bargaining agreement. Top Salary for the position is $106,076 based upon years of service based upon the current collective bargaining agreement. .

PERSONNEL CHOSEN FOR MERIT AND FITNESS WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, RELIGION, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, DISABILITY, MARITAL STATUS OR ANY OTHER NON-MERIT FACTOR

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$57,691.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person