Social Worker

Social Worker - 52613 Division of Disease Control, Bureau of Hepatitis, HIV, and Sexually Transmitted Infections. The ACE (Assess. Connect. Engage.) Team provides partner services to newly diagnosed HIV patients, linking them to care and ensuring follow‑up. Job Duties and Responsibilities Assist or guide ACE staff with complex case investigations and contact tracing. Counsel HIV‑diagnosed persons on HIV/AIDS test results, transmission risk, and partner notification. Assist HIV‑diagnosed persons with disclosure of their HIV status to their partner(s) and provide education on HIV PrEP/PEP. Assist HIV‑diagnosed persons with linkage to HIV clinical care. Link HIV‑negative partners to PrEP providers for evaluation, counseling, and treatment. Identify barriers to care and connect clients to supportive services, mental/behavioral health, and substance misuse resources. Educate clients on ongoing access to HIV prevention and ancillary services. Promote the knowledge of New York State HIV‑related laws and regulations among New York City providers. Identify citywide and community resources, establish, and maintain linkages with community organizations and partners. Collect data on HIV cases to fulfill surveillance and case investigation data requirements, including medical record review, patient, and provider interviews. Participate in ACE case management cohort review meetings and provide input to assist with case and contact investigation. Benefits Premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually (2024 assessment). Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund. Public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. Tax‑deferred savings program. Robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving NewYorkers. Work‑From‑Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. Minimum Qualifications A master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work. A valid Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license issued by the NewYorkState Department of Education within one year of the date of appointment. The license must be presented to the appointing officer at the time of appointment or, if obtained after appointment, at the time it is received. It must be maintained for the duration of employment. If the license is not obtained within one year of appointment, the probationary period will automatically extend for six months. Failure to obtain the required license within 18 months of service will result in termination. Special Note Section424‑a of the NewYorkSocial Service Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child‑care responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report. The agency has the discretion to assign a candidate who has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report to a position with no child‑care responsibilities. Preferred Skills Patient interview, contact tracing/partner notification, medical record review, and community outreach experience. Excellent written and oral communication. Fluent in English and either Spanish or French/Creole preferred. NewYork State driver’s license highly desirable. Must be able to work alternative hours (evening and weekends). 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of NewYork, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement NewYorkCity residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for two continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Equal Employment Opportunity & Commitment to Equity The City of NewYork is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye‑Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr