Social Worker

Osborne Association; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

403(b) plan with company match

Career development through ongoing training

Job summary

Osborne Association is seeking a Clinical Social Worker for its Elder Reentry Initiative in New York. This role provides critical support to older adults post-release, offering short-term therapy and crisis intervention. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.

Generous benefits include four weeks of vacation, flexible schedules, and 403(b) with matching. Applicants must have an LMSW and experience in crisis situations or the criminal justice system.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals impacted by the criminal legal system.
• Competence in the criminal justice system and jail/prison settings.
• Ability to travel locally and to correctional facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term therapy and crisis support to participants.
• Deliver on-site support in NYC to help clients with foundational needs.
• Facilitate 'warm handoffs' to community mental health providers.
• Maintain case records and contribute to tracking program effectiveness.
• Collaborate closely with the ERI team for comprehensive care.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Short-term therapy

Communication skills

Problem resolution

Team collaboration

Time management

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Education

LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker)

SIFI certification (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal justice system. Through our programs, we offer opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. We challenge systems rooted in racism and retribution and fight for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

The Clinical Social Worker provides short‑term therapy and crisis support for older adults in Osborne’s Elder Reentry Initiative Expansion, a Rapid Reentry Bridge Program based on the Critical Time Intervention (CTI) model. Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Clinical Social Worker delivers intensive, time‑limited, community‑based support and clinical services to clients post‑release. Additionally, this role is responsible for providing remote transitional planning for individuals being released throughout New York State. This is an on‑site position based out of Osborne’s Bronx office, with occasional attendance in NYS Prisons. This position requires clearance by the New York State Department of Correction and Community Supervision (DOCCS).

Salary Range: $70,000 annually

Essential Duties

• Provide short‑term therapy and, within a team, provide on‑call crisis support to participants.
• Deliver high‑intensity, in‑person support in NYC to help clients secure foundational needs, stabilize, and engage in the Bridge program.
• Deliver transitional planning and brief, remote post‑release follow‑up for approximately 22 Bridge Program participants preparing to return from incarceration per year (allocating ~10% of time).
• Facilitate "warm handoffs" to long‑term community providers, including mental health clinics, primary care doctors, and senior centers.
• Maintain accurate case records and contribute to data collection for tracking program effectiveness.
• Collaborate closely with the ERI team, including the Deputy Director, Care Manager, and Peer Specialists to ensure comprehensive care.
• Travel locally and into correctional facilities occasionally to conduct pre‑release planning and accompany new residents upon release.
• In‑person attendance is required to collaborate with others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) required.
• Knowledge of and/or experience supporting individuals impacted by the criminal legal system.
• Experience providing short‑term therapy, crisis intervention, and transitional planning.
• Competence in the criminal justice system and the jail or prison setting.
• SIFI (Seminar in Field Instruction) certification or ability to complete certification is strongly preferred.

Key Competencies

• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, pay strong attention to detail, and time‑management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑resolution skills.
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions.
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results.
• Ability to travel locally and to correctional facilities as needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and build strong relationships.

Benefits

Generous benefits including four weeks vacation, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedule, excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, and a 403(b) plan with a company match. Career development through ongoing training and individual development plans.

EEO Statement

The Osborne Association is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, or any other protected category. The Osborne Association takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance employment for individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.