Social Worker - 5133

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Social Worker - 5133 Full Time Bronx, NY, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 5133 Salary: $70,000.00 Annually BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention. This position is part of our Children & Youth programs and is based at a Department of Education (DOE) school. RESPONSIBILITIES Provide direct services to clients, including engagement, intake, assessment, service plan development, referral, advocacy, therapeutic counseling, reassessment, and exit summaries. Manage a case load for a diverse client population. Monitor and document client progress toward service plan goals; document all interactions with, or on behalf of, clients. Provide group counseling as assigned by the program director. Teach parenting classes as required. Maintain familiarity with program resources available on- and off-site. Coordinate client services with mental health, medical, employment, educational, child care and other social service providers. Review and sign off on service plans and psycho-social assessments as assigned. Conduct regular home and field visits as required. Conduct regular case conferences with clients and service providers as required. Assist with special projects as assigned including representing agency at inter-agency events. Act as program contact person for inquiries concerning clients. Assist with the supervision of paraprofessional staff. Supervise all office functions in the supervisor’s absence as assigned. Report to and meet with the supervisor on a regular basis. Complete program reports. Perform additional duties as assigned by manager. QUALIFICATIONS Masters Degree in Social Work required. New York State LMSW certification required, or the ability to obtain license within six (6) months of hire. Proficiency in English required; proficiency in a second language preferred. Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to climb and stand on a 15-foot ladder. Ability to lift, pull, push and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, crouch or sit for long periods of time. Ability to climb five flights of stairs. Ability to bend and retrieve objects. Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation. Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather. BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr BronxWorks