SOCIAL WORKER

Full-Time Master's-Level Social Worker

Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency transforming lives and communities through mental health, addiction, housing, and essential human services with more than 60 social service programs in over 20 locations.

Schedule

Monday- Friday, 8am- 4pm; One evening shift/ availability required. Note- this job is a year-round position which does not follow a school calendar.

Summary

Family Service League is seeking a full-time, Master's-level Social Worker for our School Based Program in Huntington, NY. The Social Worker will provide individual, family and group therapy for adolescents with a full range of DSM diagnoses in an educational setting, connected to outpatient mental health clinic.

Benefits

We offer a generous benefits package including the following:

• Health and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Generous PTO (paid time off)
• Up to 11 paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Student Tuition Remission Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Discounts and more!

Responsibilities

• The Social Worker will provide individual and group therapy to children/ adolescents with full range of DSM diagnoses in a school-based setting. Direct service will be provided both in person and via telehealth
• Complete all clinical documentation in accordance with NYS Office of Mental Health in an electronic medical record, including progress notes, comprehensive assessments and Individual Actions Plans.
• Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration with school personnel, parents/guardians, and community providers.
• Provide collateral contacts with all relevant referral sources, including family members.
• The Counselor will coordinate linkage to community resources and discharge planning.
• Attend routine supervision/team meetings.
• The Counselor will understand and demonstrate a commitment to Performance Quality Insurance (PQI) and accreditation with the Council on Accreditation for Children and Family Services (COA).
• Provide additional support/services to the clinic as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.

When school is not in session, or as needed during the year, provide services in the outpatient clinic. Outpatient clinic responsibilities include:

• Conducting intake and assessment appointments
• Providing family therapy sessions
• Completing reassessments and treatment plan updates
• Assisting with continuity of care for students and families
• Must be flexible and able to work in both school and clinic environments

Qualifications

Master's degree in relevant human service field required.

LMSW, LMHC, LCSW or related licensed clinical degree or limited permit required.

At least one year of experience working in a behavioral health setting required. Experience providing school-based mental health counseling is strongly preferred.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records required.

Excellent interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills required.

Must possess the ability to multitask, problem solve, make clear decisions, and work individually and as part of a team.

Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required.

Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time.