Social Work Team Lead — Crisis & Housing Services

Housing Options and Geriatric Association Resources Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Options and Geriatric Association Resources Inc in Queens, NY is seeking a Social Worker Lead (LMSW required) to oversee the shelter's social services team, coordinate assessments, therapy, and program delivery. The role includes supervising MSWs, conducting psycho-social assessments, group sessions, crisis intervention, and ensuring DHS compliance, with evening and Saturday work expectations.

Candidates must have LMSW, experience with mental illness, substance use, and homelessness,

Qualifications

• LMSW license with at least 1 year post-graduate experience.
• Experience with mental illness, substance abuse, and homeless adults.
• Ability to facilitate group treatment and develop curricula.
• Experience with entitlement systems and procedures.
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise MSWs and case managers; oversee caseload assignments.
• Conduct psycho-social assessments for all assigned clients.
• Conduct individual counseling or short-term interventions as needed (within LMSW scope).
• Provide emergency and crisis service intervention.
• Provide supportive counseling and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills training to clients.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in compliance with DHS and funder requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to program development.
• Establish advocacy network with community resources.
• Support training and onboarding of new staff.
• Link clients to substance abuse and mental health treatment programs.
• Collaborate with the onsite Nurse Practitioner or community mental health provider to ensure clients' treatment plans, including medication management.
• Conduct three (3) group sessions weekly and provide detailed to the Program Director.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma-Informed Care

Strengths Based Case Management

Harm Reduction

Recovery Oriented principles

Education

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Job description

Housing Options and Geriatric Association Resources Inc in Queens, NY is seeking a Social Worker Lead (LMSW required) to oversee the shelter's social services team, coordinate assessments, therapy, and program delivery. The role includes supervising MSWs, conducting psycho-social assessments, group sessions, crisis intervention, and ensuring DHS compliance, with evening and Saturday work expectations.

Candidates must have LMSW, experience with mental illness, substance use, and homelessness,