Trauma-Informed Street Outreach Social Worker

Good Shepherd Services, Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Services seeks a Street Outreach Clinical Social Worker to support 18-24 year olds experiencing homelessness in NYC. The role requires trauma-informed care, participation in the Sanctuary Model, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

This 21 hours/week exempt position involves field work across NYC boroughs, documentation in program databases, and flexible day/evening shifts to reach participants in community settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work required.
• Licensure in social work or mental health field (LCSW/LMHC) required; LMSW accepted with supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse staff and participants.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual therapy using approved models.
• Works as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Attends Case Review Meetings and related meetings.
• Attends GSS meetings and trainings as directed.
• Travels to engage participants in community settings.
• Arranges wrap-around services in NYC boroughs.
• Documents services/contacts in program databases promptly.
• Supports Sanctuary model of trauma informed care.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

MSW degree

LCSW/LMHC licensure

LMSW pending supervision

Job description

Good Shepherd Services seeks a Street Outreach Clinical Social Worker to support 18-24 year olds experiencing homelessness in NYC. The role requires trauma-informed care, participation in the Sanctuary Model, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

This 21 hours/week exempt position involves field work across NYC boroughs, documentation in program databases, and flexible day/evening shifts to reach participants in community settings.