LMSW

Acacia Network; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Acacia Network is seeking a mission-driven LMSW in New York to coordinate social and mental health services across our urban health centers, serving a diverse South Bronx community.

You will assess, diagnose, provide individual/family/group therapy under supervision, and connect clients to housing, health homes, and behavioral health resources while maintaining compliant records and collaborating with leadership.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Current LMSW license in NYS.
• Minimum 2 years in a mental/behavioral health setting.
• Must obtain mandated reporter training before hire.
• Must complete MAT, SBIRT, CASAC Ethics, and 42 CFR confidentiality within six months.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy under supervision.
• Complete psychosocial assessments and treatment plans.
• Provide crisis management as needed.
• Maintain client records per guidelines.
• Submit insurer-billing paperwork in a timely manner.
• Organize interdisciplinary case conferences.
• Attend staff and organizational meetings as requested.
• Gather patient data for supervision reports.
• Collaborate with Senior Director of Behavioral Health on special projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Cultural sensitivity

Diplomacy and discretion

Multitasking

Business acumen

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Job description

Are you ready to make a difference in your community while pursuing your passion? Since 1998, La Casa de Salud (LCDS) has been committed to improving the health and wellbeing of the South Bronx, one of New York City's most diverse and resilient communities. As a Federally Qualified Health Center operating across five community-based sites, we deliver high-quality, compassionate, whole-person care to all our neighbors—regardless of their ability to pay. Our services are fully integrated, bilingual, and culturally competent, and our team works at the intersection of clinical excellence and community impact. We are looking for mission-driven professionals who share our commitment to health equity and want their work to truly matter. At LCDS, you're not just joining a workplace—you're becoming part of a mission to build a healthier Bronx, one patient at a time.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The LMSW is responsible for coordinating all services related to the social and mental health needs of the clients including: assessment of needs, diagnoses, psychotherapy services, referral services as warranted in addition to connecting clients with social service agencies/departments such as housing, health homes and behavioral health.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Under the supervision of the LCSW, provide individual, family, and group therapeutic sessions as needed
• Under the supervision of the LCSW, complete psychosocial assessments and corresponding treatment plans
• Under the supervision of the LCSW, provide crisis management as needed
• Maintain up-to-date client records in accordance to organizational guidelines
• Submit paperwork within policy timeline that meets insurer guidelines for proper billing
• Organize and facilitate consistent interdisciplinary case conferences
• Participate in staff, case management, and organizational meetings as requested
• Gather patient data as necessary to report to supervisor
• Work closely with Senior Director of Behavioral Health in Primary Care on special projects.
• Perform additional relevant duties as requested by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or an equivalent related field required.
• Current and unrestricted LMSW– NYS Licensure
• Minimum of two (2) of previous relevant experience in a Mental or Behavioral Health environment required.
• Obtain prior to hire date:
  • Mandated reporter (2 hours)
  • Website info: http://nysmandatedreporter.org/trainingcourses.aspx.
• Obtain within six months of hire:
  • Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)
  • Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment
  • CASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours)
  • Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)
• Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion.
• Must be able to multitask with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form.
• Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.
• Bilingual (Spanish/ English) is strongly preferred

WHY JOIN US?

Acacia Network providesa comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also offer generous paid time off, including vacation days and paid holidays, to support a healthy work-life balance. We prioritize the well-being of our employees both professionally and personally.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.