Social Worker

Description & Requirements

Social Worker

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact on individuals and families? Do you have the heart of a social worker and the drive to empower others to break free from the cycle of hardship? If so, we invite you to join New Ground's dedicated team as a full-time Social Worker.


New Ground is a unique non-profit agency committed to helping Long Islanders break the cycle of homelessness and poverty for almost 35 years. We provide immediate assistance, resources, and long-term guidance and solutions to help clients build the skills necessary to lead independent, successful lives. Our team approach utilizes specialists with social work, education and other areas of expertise to provide the best services to those in need.


As a full-time Social Worker, you will provide assessment, guidance, emotional support, counseling, and resources to Long Islanders in need. Weekly individual LCSW supervision provided.


Best-in-Class Benefits and Culture:

New Ground values our employees' time and efforts. We offer a competitive compensation of $65,000- $67,000 annually, dependent on experience, and an extensive benefits package, highlights our commitment to your success. The benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive health coverage: 100% employer-paid Medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee
• Retirement planning: 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Work-life balance: 11 paid holidays and additional paid time off opportunities
• Professional development: Approved NYS setting for licensed social work practice, with weekly LCSW supervision to meet licensure requirements

New Ground is an approved qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Employees in this position may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the PSLF program.


We also maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where all can learn and grow with the company. We provide ample professional growth and development opportunities within the field of Social Work. We strive to provide a collaborative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.


To succeed as a Social Worker, you should have:

• A MSW and LMSW, or plans to secure the LMSW within 12 months of the hire date
• Experience with homelessness, trauma, domestic violence and/or substance abuse a plus
• Solid Internet experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills coupled with solid time management and organization skills
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is required

Your day-to-day responsibilities as the Social Worker will include:

• Regular contact with clients including onsite home visits, office meetings, and other methods.
• Provide clinically therapeutic assessments, insight, feedback, and interventions in areas of concern.
• Provide crisis intervention, safety planning, counseling and support to adults and children within a permanent supportive housing program for previously homeless domestic violence survivors
• Case management duties include client follow-ups, coordinating care with other service providers.
• Advocate for all family members in areas of social services, education, and more.
• Maintaining a regular caseload, assist clients in setting and tracking short-term and long-term goals towards independence, providing motivation, encouragement, and empowerment.
• Investigate resources for programs as needed and refer clients to appropriate organizations, maintaining a high level of knowledge of community resources for the population served
• Maintain strict documentation of all client contact, including monthly reviews of goals and progress, updating statistics, utilizing required agency forms, systems and procedures.
• Coordinate services within a multi-disciplinary team, participate in sessions with incoming tenants, and other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
• Facilitate group sessions for adults, youth and children as needed.
• Provide support and assistance to colleagues and the agency overall as needed

Together we can build a brighter future for all.

If you're ready to be a catalyst for change and help break the cycle of homelessness and poverty, we want to hear from you! Join New Ground's mission to create a more just and compassionate society, one life at a time. Apply now and be a part of something significant.


New Ground is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.