Company Description AHRC New York City is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives. Come join the company recognized by Forbes as a Best Midsize Employer in America two years in a row. Join our team and discover your passion.
Job Description
AHRC is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW/LMSW) to work in collaboration with their Crisis Intervention team members throughout New York City. The LCSW/LMSW position has an annual salary of $100k and comes with a low-to-no cost, comprehensive health benefit package which is just one way that AHRC NYC supports the wellbeing of our employees and their families. In addition, we also offer generous paid time off, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, a 403(b)-retirement plan with a matching benefit, flexible spending accounts, and discount programs. Our wellness offerings include an employee assistance program, Twill mental health platform and cash rewards for healthy behavior.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Works in collaboration with Crisis Intervention team members in both the ICM and FSS programs in evaluation and treatment of individuals to support their identified emotional, social, vocational and housing needs in the aftermath of crisis/emergency incidents.
Providing supportive clinical services in the most appropriate environment including in-home.
Provides referral and case coordination services to assist individuals in achieving stability within their specific environment and capacity.
Utilizing community resources to assist people to resume or continue life in the community
Participating in planning for services by interpreting social factors pertinent to development of post-emergency service plan.
Preparing histories, service plans, psychosocial evaluations and other reports, as needed to support case coordination plan goals.
Ensures delivery of intensive, crisis and post-crisis case management services that support ongoing recovery.
Performs all duties necessary for compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping.
Deals with people in a legal and ethical manner.
Conducts other related tasks, as assigned.
Qualifications
Master’s degree (MSW/LCSW) or equivalent in Social Work from an accredited university program required. Must be current New York State Certified Social Worker.
Work experience with people with developmental disabilities highly desirable.
Bilingual highly desirable
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent skills in using MS Office applications as well as agency-specific database systems.
Proven capacity to work productively in highly collaborative settings and to coordinate needs of multiple stakeholders.
Ability to make decisions independently and to react to unanticipated events in a timely manner.
Flexibility to operate in a rapidly-changing work environment, with ability to adapt and be sensitive to a broad spectrum of locales and circumstances.
Must be willing to travel within the five boroughs of New York City. Valid NYS Driver’s License a plus.
AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.
Additional Information
Benefits:
403(b) retirement plan
403(b) company match
Health Insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
