Overview

Responsibilities

Provides direct psychosocial services to mentally ill adults and/or children in the community who are experiencing psychiatric and/or psychosocial difficulties. Utilizes the Needs Adapted Treatment model of care. Applies psychotherapeutic and family systems theories and techniques in the delivery of professional services to participants and their families of choice. Assists in the overall functioning of the Parachute Program. Works under general supervision. Licensure: Valid driver's NY State license may be required, as determined by operational/regional needs. Current registration to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker in New York State required. Education: Master's degree in Social Work required. Completed Needs Adapted Treatment Model (NATM) training or must complete within the first nine months of employment. Experience: Minimum of one year as a social service provider with clients in a mental health setting required. Bilingual skills may be required, as determined by operational needs.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:
Current registration to practice as a Licensed Master Social Worker in New York State Required As determined by operational/regional needs, valid drivers license may be Required

Education:
Master's Degree In Social Work after successfully completing a prescribed course of study at a graduate school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and the Education Dept. and who is certified or licensed by the Education Dept to practice Social Work in New York State Required

Work Experience:
Minimum of one year experience as a Social Worker in a health care setting Required As determined by operational needs, bilingual skills may be Required

Compensation Range From and To:$62,000.00 - $77,500.00 Annual