What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Social Worker position at Children's Aid Society?
Bronx Health Center and Foster Care Services (910 East 172nd St)
$62,400-$70,000
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Foster Care Mental Health Clinical Supervisor, social worker will provide mental health services for children/adolescents and their families who are part of Children's Aid foster care program. Social worker will utilize evidence- based treatment modalities including individual and family therapy. These functions are performed under general supervision, necessitating the ability to exercise independent and sound judgement.
Essential Duties:
- Assess the social and emotional needs of clients; develop comprehensive assessments for all clients.
- Develop and implement treatment plans with the client and with family involved in clients' care.
- Provide ongoing direct counseling and crisis intervention for children/adolescents in foster care.
- Collaborate with foster care staff and other providers on treatment planning and evidence-based treatment.
- Maintains periodic contact with collaterals (foster parents, teachers, birth parents) and Children's Aid foster care team.
- Completes all documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with OMH and ACS regulations.
- Attend all mental health trainings and meetings as scheduled.
- Understand and promote the organization's Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
- Must abide by privacy laws, including HIPAA, etc.
- In-person collaboration is an essential function of the job
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Social Work ore related field required.
- Knowledge of the DSM-V
- Position requires working in person Bronx and remotely.
Key Competencies:
- Ability to work effectively with families, professionals and other personnel from a wide range of cultural, social and economic backgrounds.
- Knowledgeable about trauma and violence and the effects it has on children and families.
- Ability to work independently.
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Location | --Bronx |
Salary : $57,000 - $60,000