Social Workers - Ridgewood, NY

Outreach: Building Healthy Lives; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Job summary

A respected health and human services provider in New York is seeking a Bilingual Substance Use Counselor to make an impact in the community. The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications (LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, or CASAC) and 2-3 years of experience. Responsibilities include providing clinical services, conducting assessments, and developing service plans. The role offers a $5,000 bonus for bilingual Spanish skills and numerous benefits including tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in the behavioral health or substance abuse disorder field.
• 1-2 years of experience in an OASAS-funded facility is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide various clinical or substance abuse services.
• Conduct intakes and monitor therapies.
• Develop service plans and conduct reviews.
• Provide mental health assessments and counseling.
• Maintain documentation per federal/state guidelines.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Collaboration

Action-oriented

Adaptability

Education

LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT or CASAC/CASAC-T

Job description

Social Workers - $5K Bonus for Bilingual Spanish

Recognized as a 2025 Top Workplace by City & State New York!

Exciting. High-energy. Rewarding.

Imagine joining a vibrant team where your passion fuels positive change every day! At Outreach, we’re not just a leading health and human services provider in NYC and Long Island—we’re a community of enthusiastic professionals who thrive on meaningful work, exceptional benefits, and endless opportunities for growth.

We’re a "Best Companies to Work for in New York" nine times since 2010, offer a dynamic career ladder, student loan forgiveness, and a diverse, inclusive workplace where your impact resonates with clients and communities alike. Ready to love what you do? Take the next step with Outreach as a Bilingual Substance Use Counselor.

As a Spanish-speaking Substance Use Counselor, you will make a meaningful impact in our community! If you’re driven to support people on their recovery journey and excel at building connections, this is your chance to shine in a dynamic, rewarding role, as you:

• Provide various clinical or substance abuse services.
• Conduct intakes and monitor individual, group, and family therapies.
• Develop service plans and conduct reviews as needed throughout the duration of treatment.
• Provide mental health assessments, counseling, referrals, and intervention services.
• Complete and maintain documentation according to federal and state guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical (no deductible or co-pay through non-stop benefits)
• Dental, Vision & Group Life Insurance through CIGNA
• Brilliant Management that Inspires
• Voluntary benefits through AFLAC
• ER Pension contribution, Voluntary TDA 403B contribution
• Direct Deposit (Only 2 days – TD Bank or FourLeaf Federal Credit Union)
• Health & Wellness Program
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare & Dependent care) & Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• CASAC Training – Scholarships & Grants (OTI)
• Loan Forgiveness PSLF, LSWLF Programs
• National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Substance Use Disorder Loan Repayment program, for eligible NYC clinicians

Requirements

• LMSW, LMHC, LCSW, LMFT (or CASAC/CASAC‑T).
• 2‑3 years of experience within the behavioral health or substance abuse disorder field.
• 1‑2 years of experience working in an OASAS‑funded facility, a plus.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred ($5,000 Bonus).
• Action‑oriented, adaptable, and innovative approach to program planning.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.

Outreach: Where Passion Meets Impact. Discover a vibrant, forward‑thinking workplace where your career thrives and joy sparks every day. Apply now!

Outreach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all employment practices including hiring, promotion, termination, and training.