Social Worker - LMSW at Westhab Inc. – Queens, New York

JOB TITLE: SOCIAL WORKER-LMSW

DEPARTMENT: SERVICES

STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

LOCATION: EL CAMINO/WHITMAN STABILIZATION SHELTER

REPORTS TO: PROGRAM DIRECTOR

SALARY: $70,000

What is Westhab?

Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard-working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. The people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. If chose to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel the same, and are ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this dynamic team of Westhabbers! (EOE)

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• $1,000 Sign-on and Retention Bonus
• Medical, Dental and Vision after 30-days with up to 85% paid by Employer
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Time
• Tuition Reimbursement Life Insurance
• Pension Plan and Voluntary 403b Plan
• Employee Loan Program
• Opportunity to Accrue Clinical Hours
• Staff Development and Promotional Opportunities

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Social Worker is responsible for assessing the psychosocial functioning, coordinating mental health and substance abuse treatment, connection to wellness services, crisis intervention and maintaining a caseload of high-risk, transient individuals in a 144-bed single adult stabilization homeless shelter. The employee will meet individually with clients to assist them in developing and implementing a treatment plan, identifying problems, strengths, weaknesses, coping skills and providing referrals, service connection and assistance as needed. Additional responsibilities will be provided upon hire by way of a formal job description.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). LMSW Required within 6 months of hire. At least two years’ experience in an area of specialized social work practice. Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable.