Social Worker - Volunteers of America : Job Details

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is an anti-poverty organization working to end homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey and Westchester County including emergency, transitional and permanent housing. Our services extend to families experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, people living with HIV/AIDS, veterans, youth aging out of foster care, adults with behavioral health or substance use needs, and others in need, including a special education preschool program.

We are in search of new talent in the following position...

Position: Social Worker

Summary:

The Social Worker creates and maintains a wellness and recovery-oriented environment by using person-first language, respectful documentation, person centered planning, and evidence-based practices to ensure the program provides comprehensive and integrated on-site social service that helps residents achieve their goals and successfully age in place. The Social Worker is responsible for the implementation of the treatment program in accordance with policies and procedures, program models, funding source standards, and evidence-based practices. The Social Worker is responsible for meeting the highest possible standards of health and safety and provides all needed quality services to residents to meet contractual and regulatory requirements.

Location: 1746 Andrews Avenue South, Bronx, New York 10453.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Social Work with the expectation that LMSW licensure is secured within 1 year of hire. At least two years of relevant experience.
• Position requires a reasonable combination of skills in the following areas: strengths based, solution focused practice.

NOTE: This position is in a qualified setting for clinical experience hours towards LCSW licensure.

Social Worker's Principal Responsibilities:

Employees receive an exceptional benefits package including

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life insurance,
• Retirement plan
• Educational Reimbursement Program (includes tuition and license/certification)
• Paid Time Off which is accrued monthly and roles over from year to year. In addition;
• Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more...

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VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!

• Job FamilyCASE MANAGEMENT
• Job FunctionCounseling
• Pay TypeSalary
• Min Hiring Rate$70,000.00
• Max Hiring Rate$75,000.00
• Required EducationMaster's Degree

• Bronx, NY 10453, USA