Field Based Social Worker - Substance Abuse Service Center

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Participate in and lead in a two-person team with the Field Based Peer Specialist. Work collaboratively with shelter staff to address the needs of clients with substance use disorders in the shelter system. Supervise Peer Specialists. Use crisis management, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies with clients who experienced an overdose or adverse effect from substances. Use trauma informed practices to engage clients. Conduct SBIRT screenings. Assist Peer(s) in providing NARCAN training and other harm reduction education to all clients in the shelter program. Utilize group and individual format to assist clients in making and achieving both harm reduction and recovery goals. Creating linkages and referrals for clients. Document progress in notes, and complete monthly reporting for DHS. This job is in a residential setting, so staff will be expected to meet with the client in person, and to also engage with the clients in the residence. Position will be supervised by licensed clinical staff in the outpatient 822 program. Clinical hours in this position are in a qualified setting for clinical experience hours. Related Duties as assigned.


HOURS:

Full-week 37.5 hours per week

• Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

• 4 full days in field

• 1 full day in office

QUALIFICATIONS:

MSW required. LMSW or LCSW license, CASAC preferred. CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR/First Aid/Narcan. Basic computer literacy required.


MAKE AN IMPACT
Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally. BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.

Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.

BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

1. Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.
2. A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.
3. Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.
4. Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.