SOCIAL WORKER BSW

Brightway Living & Learning; Nesconset (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

FSA

EAP

Job summary

Brightway Living & Learning seeks a Social Worker (BSW) to join our Long Island nonprofit team. You will support adults with developmental disabilities through Self-Advocacy, skills training, and coordinated services across Brightway programs.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The role emphasizes documentation, collaboration with community partners, and compassionate, patient engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work is required.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Must be comfortable working with the Developmentally Disabled population.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Self-Advocacy program for all Adult Day program sites, including coordination of workshops, yearly projects, fundraising opportunities, and other Self-Advocacy events.
• Assist in providing social skills training in a group setting to promote mental, emotional, physical, and social functioning.
• Assist with intake of new participants and associated paperwork.
• Act as liaison with internal and outside resources (e.g. other Brightway programs, Brightway Transportation, Self-Advocacy of NYS, other agencies, etc.).
• Maintain documentation in a professional, efficient, accountable, and confidential manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Details

Hourly, Full-time

Description

SOCIAL WORKER BSW

Make a Real Difference Every Day:

Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

About Brightway Living & Learning:

Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.

Salary Range:

$21.49-$25.79/hr

What You'll Do

• Facilitate Self-Advocacy program for all Adult Day program sites, including the coordination of relevant workshops, yearly projects, fundraising opportunities, and other Self-Advocacy events.
• Assist in providing social skills training in a group setting to promote mental, emotional, physical, and social functioning.
• Assist with intake of new participants and associated paperwork.
• Act as liaison with internal and outside resources, (i.e. other Brightway programs, Brightway Transportation, Self-Advocacy of NYS, other agencies, etc.)
• Maintain documentation in a professional, efficient, accountable, and confidential manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need For The Role

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work
• Must possess strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be comfortable working with the Developmentally Disabled population.

What You Must Be Able To Do

• Must be able to lift/move/carry 15 lbs.
• Must be able to kneel, twist and bend.
• Must be able to perform all physical SCIP techniques.

Why You'll Love This Job

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off.

Here's How We Support You

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within Brightway Living & Learning.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the correct support, progress is always possible.