OVERNIGHT SOCIAL WORKER

OVERNIGHT SOCIAL WORKER

Per diem position located in Hauppauge, NY. Salary range: $37.00 to $40.00 per hour. Schedule This role requires a minimum commitment of one standing weekly shift. Available standing shift options include Sunday–Saturday overnight hours between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m. (shifts may vary). Total scheduled hours may not exceed 19 hours per week. Flexibility to work additional open shifts is encouraged and appreciated. Summary Family Service League seeks a per diem Social Worker for crisis services, including a 24/7 intensive crisis stabilization center, DASH (Diagnostic Assessment Stabilization Hub), mobile crisis teams, tele‑crisis, and in‑community services. The Social Worker provides in‑person and telephonic crisis intervention, de‑escalation, and assessment as part of Mobile Crisis. *Please note there is an overnight differential that is not reflected in the posted pay range.* Responsibilities Conduct clinical crisis assessments as part of a Mobile Crisis team serving all of Suffolk County for adults, adolescents, and children with a full range of DSM diagnoses, including mental health and substance use disorders. Screen and collect referrals and collateral information from third‑party callers to inform assessment and linkage to immediate and long‑term supports. Provide telephonic triage, assessment, and de‑escalation to determine the best disposition for individuals in crisis. Utilize resources such as PSYCKES to review relevant clinical information. Work closely with law enforcement to accept referrals and provide a co‑response to individuals in crisis when clinically necessary. Complete all clinical documentation in accordance with NYS Office of Mental Health in an electronic medical record. Conduct clinical crisis and risk assessments and stabilization services for adults, adolescents, and children with a full range of DSM diagnoses. Provide in‑person/in‑community de‑escalation, clinical assessment, and linkage to individuals in crisis. Coordinate with outside providers and collateral contacts. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, conferencing cases, communicating outcomes, and providing follow‑up. Attend routine supervision/team meetings. Complete training and maintain proficiency with de‑escalation skills. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve organizational goals. Foster teamwork, work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions. Assess situations to determine importance, urgency, and risks, and make clear decisions in a timely manner. Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress toward goals, and track details, data, information, and activities. Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate solutions, and make recommendations. Ensure safety and continuous operation of the program, including reporting to work during inclement weather and other emergency situations. Perform all other duties as assigned. Qualifications A Master’s Degree in a relevant clinical field is required. Clinical licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC) is required. At least six months of experience in a behavioral health setting is required. Clinical experience with mental health and/or substance use disorders is preferred. Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, are required. Experience with an electronic health record is preferred. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required. Ability to problem‑solve, multitask, make clear decisions, and work as part of a team are required. Bilingual in Spanish is preferred. Physical Requirements Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. *Please note there is an overnight differential that is not reflected in the posted pay range.* #J-18808-Ljbffr Fsl Li