Clinical Social Worker - HIV & Disabilities Program

Entertainmentcommunity; New York (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 78,422; Full time

Job summary

The Entertainment Community Fund is seeking a Social Worker for the HIV Initiative & Disabilities Program to provide client-centered clinical case management, short-term counseling, and financial assistance to clients living with HIV and related health challenges.

Based in Times Square, New York City, this full-time role offers competitive benefits and opportunities to collaborate with unions, industry management and community organizations to support treatment plans and services.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited School of Social Work.
• LMSW Licensure.
• Strong assessment, intensive clinical case management, and advocacy skills.
• Group facilitation skills and interest.
• Crisis intervention skills.
• Knowledge of HIV/AIDS-related issues and public benefits.
• Worker will adhere to NASW code of ethics.

Responsibilities

• The HIV/DIS social worker will engage with clients living with HIV and other significant health challenges, including clinical case management, short-term counseling, and evaluating and advocating for financial assistance.
• Serve as a liaison to internal and external programs and help clients access health insurance, medical providers, and community resources.
• Co-develop and facilitate groups and workshops on client and program issues, such as support, psychoeducation, and affinity.
• Collaborate with other programs, unions, management and community organizations to support treatment plans and services.

Skills

Assessment skills

Clinical case management

Advocacy

Interpersonal skills

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

HIV/AIDS knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

LMSW Licensure

Job description

The Entertainment Community Fund is seeking a Social Worker for the HIV Initiative & Disabilities Program to provide client-centered clinical case management, short-term counseling, and financial assistance to clients living with HIV and related health challenges.

Based in Times Square, New York City, this full-time role offers competitive benefits and opportunities to collaborate with unions, industry management and community organizations to support treatment plans and services.