Social Worker, LSW Job at Volunteers of America-Greater New York in New York

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.

We are in search of new talent in the following position…

Position: Social Worker

The Social Worker is responsible for creating and maintaining a wellness and recovery-oriented environment by using person-first language, respectful documentation, person-centered planning, and evidence-based practices. This role ensures the program provides comprehensive and integrated on-site social services that help residents achieve their goals and successfully age in place. The Social Worker is also responsible for the implementation of the treatment program in accordance with Volunteers of America policies and procedures, program models, funding source standards, and evidence-based practices. Additionally, the Social Worker must meet the highest possible standards of health and safety and provide all needed quality services to residents to meet contractual and regulatory requirements.

Location: 112 East Clarke Place, Bronx NY 10452

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work; a LMSW is preferred, with two years of relevant experience working with individuals or families of domestic violence.
• Meet with residents to provide treatment, conduct psychosocial assessments, and develop individual service plans from intake through discharge in accordance with the program regulations.
• Provide appropriate case management and therapeutic interventions focused on senior services including housing stability, medical and mental health stability, aging in place, social isolation, etc.
• Maintain case records and statistics for the program.
• Ensure support and education are provided and documented to assist residents in their transition into the community, including referrals to appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the needed service.
• Provide ongoing risk assessments, crisis intervention, and emergency response to address resident critical incidents.
• Develop community linkages and refer residents to appropriate community providers to address their needs.
• Work closely with hospitals and emergency rooms to coordinate mental health and medical services for residents.

Benefits:

• Medical
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life insurance
• Educational Reimbursement Program (includes tuition and license/certification)
• Paid Time Off, which is accrued monthly and rolls over from year to year.

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!

Helping thousands of men, women, and children overcome obstacles to living safe, healthy & productive lives in New York City and the Greater New York area.