Mental Health Social Worker (LSW)

Job Details

Mental Health Social Worker, LSW

Compensation : $50,000

Social Workers with National Youth Advocate Program work in the community as part of an integral service team. Under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor or designee, this position works closely with youth, families and community partners, providing advocacy and support toward the ultimate goal of living safely and successfully in the community.

Working at NYAP

• 22 Days of Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Productivity bonus eligible
• Half-Day Fridays during the summer
• Phone reimbursement : $50 per month when using your personal device
• Student Loan supplemental Payment assistance after 30 days of employment for qualifying loans
• Free supervision for those employees seeking Independent Licensure hours

NYAP is participating agency in the Great Minds Fellowship and Great Minds Workforce Commitment Incentive Programs.

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate individual, group, and family mental health services, and other evidence based clinical services as required.
• Travels daily, to provide community based services to, and on behalf of, youth and families in compliance with organizational, contract, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates and monitors clinical services for the youth and family in the community, including mental health, special educational services, medication management, and psychological services.
• Regularly reviews and modifies youth-based plans.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with families and partners.
• Provides safety assessment, crisis response, and behavioral stabilization services as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or comparable Human Services field from an accredited institution.
• A valid professional license (LSW).
• 2 years of work experience working in direct service with youth and families preferred.
• A willingness to work flexible and non-traditional hours as needed and on call rotations.
• Proficient use of desktop and laptop computers, smart phones and tablets, printers, fax machines and photocopiers as well as software including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.

Driving and Vehicle Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable personal transportation
• Good driving record
• Minimum automobile insurance coverage of $100,000 / $300,000 bodily injury liability

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Benefits listed are for eligible employees as outlined by our benefit policy.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.