Social Work Counselor

Social Work Counselor

Location: Hempstead, NY | Salary: $23.08/Hour | Schedule: Full-time, 35 hours per week

The Opportunity

The Social Work Counselor will provide education and develop independent living skills in foster care children referred by the Department of Social Services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly home visits.

• Assist in developing and facilitating Independent Living Skills Workshops

• Complete a Step Up Independent Living assessment and treatment plan in partnership with client, foster family and caseworker.

• Complete and maintain client case records in compliance with agency and other regulatory standards.

• Complete all required reports, correspondence and other paperwork and submit by requested deadlines.

• Coordinate service efforts with DSS caseworker regarding client's plan

Provide contacts and supports for the foster families to facilitate the teaching of independent living skills in the home.

• Provide aftercare services to all PI program youth

Assume other tasks and responsibilities assigned to support the operations of the program

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Service related field.

• At least one year of experience working with adolescents

• Proficient computer skills required.

• Ability to do home visitation.

• Valid and clean drivers license.

Compensation

The competitive compensation range is reflected with FCA's framework, culture, and values. Individual pay decisions will vary based on skills and experience' while still allowing for growth.

Benefits

• Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 403(b); with generous employer contribution

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Pet Insurance

• Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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