Crisis Response Social Worker II - Field-Based Mobile

New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a Social Worker II for the Behavioral Health Response program in New York, NY. The role focuses on frontline crisis response, de-escalation, and rapid disposition planning in diverse community and clinical settings.

Responsibilities include conducting crisis evaluations, engaging clients in the field, documenting activities, and coordinating with community resources. A NYSED LMSW or LCSW is required, with experience in mobile crisis or field-based care preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid license as an LMSW or LCSW issued by the NYSED.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ongoing training and supervision
• Conduct crisis evaluations, including risk and safety assessments
• Deliver crisis intervention, de-escalation and engagement strategies in the field
• Develop rapid, patient-centered disposition plans
• Access and leverage real-time health information
• Collaborate with natural supports and community resources
• Complete timely documentation that meets quality standards
• Provide peer support and orient new Social Workers
• Participate in team, borough, program, and departmental meetings
• Adhere to H+H, city, state, and federal standards and regulations
• Model person-centered, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice
• Demonstrate ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a Social Worker II for the Behavioral Health Response program in New York, NY. The role focuses on frontline crisis response, de-escalation, and rapid disposition planning in diverse community and clinical settings.

Responsibilities include conducting crisis evaluations, engaging clients in the field, documenting activities, and coordinating with community resources. A NYSED LMSW or LCSW is required, with experience in mobile crisis or field-based care preferred.