Director of Social Services, LCSW Care for the Homeless - 3.1 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $80,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Master's degree in social work Supervisory support in social service case management Spanish Staff supervision Teamwork Program design Program management Collaboration Social service program staff supervision Licensed Clinical Social Worker English Master's degree Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Substance abuse services in social work Full Job Description The Director of Social Services will provide leadership, supervisory and clinical intervention while engaging homeless women with appropriate concern for their social, mental health, substance abuse and medical issues in order to promote client stability and empower them to reach their fullest potential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise the Case Management Supervisors. Facilitate clinical, educational, supportive and/or recreational groups. Perform internal audits of charts to support quality assurance practices. Complete performance evaluations for direct reporting staff and develop goals that promote professional development. Participate in client related conferences. Conduct rounds throughout the facility regularly during shift to assess clients' interactions, address any client conflicts and attend to clinical needs. Provide crisis intervention and utilize non-violent resolution techniques to deter conflicts among clients. Work in collaboration with the other members of the Susan's Place Management to assess program progress and develop new policies and procedures. Assess and oversee client matters that warrant emergency response services and represent the agency in communicating to

EMS, NYPD, FDNY

to effectively communicate client's clinical needs and issues of concern. Establish communication with the clinic to ensure that clients are keeping appointments. Collaborate with internal staff to monitor clients' medication compliance and address episodes of non-adherence. Use motivational interviewing and seek safety modalities to counsel clients to improve overall functioning. Maintain required documentation in charts and in CARES. Assist with clients' transfers into other transitional shelters or independent living. Participate in team meetings, regular supervision, and staff training.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Requirements Master's Degree in Social Work required. License Clinical Social Work is required. Experience Supervisory experience required Minimum 3 years' experience dealing with homeless, mentally ill and substance abuse population. Strong clinical and program development skills required. DHS (Department Homeless Services) experience preferred Skill Sets Excellent organizational and communication skills Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Pay :

$70,000 - $80,000

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year Ability to

Relocate:

New York, NY 10002: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person