Shelter Social Worker — Trauma‑Informed Care & Housing Stability

Lantern Community Services, Inc.; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 49 000 - 57 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lantern Community Services is seeking a Social Worker for the Hudson Bay shelter in the Bronx. The role delivers client-centered services including assessments, counseling, and care coordination to adults 55+ in a 200-bed women-only shelter.

The position requires an MSW with experience in homelessness services, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention. It is a full-time hourly role with daytime hours plus one evening/late shift and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

• MSW is required; LMSW preferred.
• At least 1 year working with adults/families impacted by poverty, homelessness, mental illness, or related issues.
• Ability to work independently and with an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational skills to manage a diverse caseload.
• Ability to work under pressure, including during crises.
• Experience with ETO or similar electronic record-keeping systems preferred.

Responsabilités

• Lead client-centered care in a shelter setting with assessments, counseling, case management and crisis intervention.
• Coordinate clinical and administrative functions per DHS/OTDA standards and documentation.
• Ensure effective service delivery and referrals to appropriate levels of care.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and mental health evaluations for housing referrals.
• Perform shelter-based mental health and substance use screenings.
• Develop and facilitate groups and trainings to promote health and housing stability.
• Provide crisis intervention and maintain risk management procedures.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant client records and liaise with community providers.
• Engage residents and support de-escalation and safety planning.
• Participate in supervision and pursue licensure through ongoing training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Independent work

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Work under pressure

Crisis intervention

Formation

MSW from an accredited school

LMSW preferred

Outils

ETO (electronic records)

Description du poste

Lantern Community Services is seeking a Social Worker for the Hudson Bay shelter in the Bronx. The role delivers client-centered services including assessments, counseling, and care coordination to adults 55+ in a 200-bed women-only shelter.

The position requires an MSW with experience in homelessness services, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention. It is a full-time hourly role with daytime hours plus one evening/late shift and weekend coverage.