Social Worker

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 - 5167 Full Time Bronx, NY, US 3 days ago Requisition ID: 5167 Salary: $79,095.12 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. The Pyramid Safe Haven is a 125-bed, low-barrier shelter operated by BronxWorks for chronically street-homeless single adult men. Located in the Melrose section of the Bronx, Pyramid follows a Housing First model and provides on-site services including case management, psychiatric and medical care, substance use counseling, meals, showers, and housing placement support. Referrals are made exclusively through NYC’s Street Homeless Outreach Teams. The program focuses on building trust and engagement while supporting clients in transitioning into stable, long-term housing. Qualifications: New York State LMSW Proficiency in English required; proficiency in Spanish preferred Proficiency in modern business communications including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, facsimile and copier equipment Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide direct services to clients, including engagement, intake, assessment, service plan development, referral, advocacy, therapeutic counseling, reassessment, and exit summaries 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 Maintain familiarity with program resources available on- and off-site Coordinate client services with mental health, medical, employment, educational and other social service providers Review and sign off on service plans and psychosocial 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 the agency at interagency events Act as program contact person for inquiries concerning clients Supervise all office functions in the supervisor’s absence as assigned Report to and meet with the supervisor on a regular basis Complete program reportsPerform additional duties as assigned Program Specific Responsibilities: Complete HRA housing applications for all clients on caseload. Work additional hours and shift as needed Conduct involuntary removals (9.58) Skills/Abilities: Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time Ability to climb five flights of stairs Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents 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