Geriatric Social Worker

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supervision provided

CEU in-service training

Team meetings

Job summary

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services in New York seeks licensed clinicians to serve seniors (60+) in Manhattan and the Bronx. You will provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based, solution-focused approaches; training and certification will be provided.

Must have strong computer skills; mandatory team meetings, supervision, and CEU in-service training are offered. Positions are 35 hours/week with immediate start; Spanish language skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Licensed clinical social worker or mental health professional with NY licensure (LMSW/LCSW/LMHC).
• Experience delivering therapy to seniors and working in community settings preferred.
• Spanish language skills valued or required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group therapy to adults 60+ in senior centers.
• Use evidence-based, solution-focused, behavioral approaches.
• Maintain accurate client records and participate in supervision.
• Attend mandatory team meetings and CEU in-service trainings.

Skills

Counseling

Group therapy

Evidence-based practice

Solution-focused therapy

Behavioral counseling

Depression management

Anxiety management

Spanish language

Education

LMSW / LCSW / LMHC licensed

Tools

Strong computer skills

Job description

Exciting clinical program for LMSW/LCSW/LMHCs in local senior centers. Positions available for high energy professionals to provide mental health service with seniors 60 plus, in Manhattan and the Bronx. Work scope includes using evidence based, solution focused, behavioral oriented & skill building in which you will be trained and certified to counsel seniors who are challenged by depression, social isolation and anxiety. Treatment modalities will include both individual and group therapies in a supportive and collaborative environment. Strong computer skills a must. Mandatory team meetings, supervision and CEU in-service training is provided. Positions are 35 hours per week. Language skills are specific to community and include Spanish. Positions to start immediately.

Salary: $70,000