SOCIAL WORKER

SCO Family of Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated social worker to join their team in New York. This role involves coordinating admissions for crisis respite programs, facilitating service plan reviews, and providing clinical interventions to children and families facing behavioral health challenges. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's in Social Work and experience in a multi-disciplinary setting. Join a compassionate team focused on making a real difference in the lives of children and families through effective support and intervention strategies. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• MSW with 2+ years of experience in behavioral health with children.
• Certification in Child Adolescent Needs and Strengths-NY preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate screenings and admissions for Crisis Respite programs.
• Facilitate Service Plan reviews with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide clinical interventions and maintain case records.

Skills

Crisis de-escalation

Behavioral health support

Family engagement

Multi-disciplinary team collaboration

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Tools

CANS assessment

Biopsychosocial Assessment

Job description

I. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinate and schedule screenings, intakes and admissions of potential residents for placement in Crisis Respite and Community residence programs (CR & CCR).
2. Facilitate and schedule Service Plan reviews (initial, quarterly, annual) with a multi-disciplinary team of staff, service providers, child and family in the development/update of goals.
3. Administer CANS assessment to all residents at allocated intervals.
4. Completion of Biopsychosocial Assessment at time of admission and update annually.
5. Participate/facilitate parent training groups/meetings and family engagement program activities monthly.
6. Arrange/Coordinate sibling and family visits/contacts in the program, community, and home.
7. Provide crisis de-escalation with children and meet with them individually and in groups to work on specific service plan/treatment goals.
8. Participate in bi-weekly SPOA Out-of-Home Placement Committee meetings as assigned.
9. Work in conjunction with the CR Team and Family around the development of aftercare and disposition/discharge planning.
10. Schedule and coordinate weekly force fields with input from staff and parents.
11. Provide clinical interventions and training to child and family around issues that led to the child’s placement as well as for goals established.
12. Assist with transportation of residents to Dr. appointments, school, recreational activities, and coverage as needed.
13. Maintain contact with service providers, including day treatment, hospitals, schools, and outpatient clinics.
14. Maintain case records and required documentation for both CR and CCR programs.

II. QUALIFICATIONS

1. MSW-(LMSW preferred) with 2+ years of experience working with children with behavioral and mental health challenges (SED).
2. Valid New York State Driver’s License.
3. Experience working with children and families.
4. Certification in Child Adolescent Needs and Strengths-NY (CANS-NY); Can certify upon hire.
5. Acceptable clearance checks for State Central Register, Driver license, and fingerprinting as required by the program.
6. To attend Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training for certification/re-certification (requirement during probationary period).

Qualifications Education

Required

Masters

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

LIC MASTER SOCIAL WORKER