What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Work Counselor position at Family & Children's Association?
We are seeking a Social Work Counselor for our Project Independence Program in Suffolk County. The Project Independence Program works with foster youth to develop independent living skills. This is a great opportunity for a recent college graduate!
Responsibilities
Additional Information
Responsibilities
- Develop and facilitate independent living skills workshops.
- Provide contacts and supports for foster families to facilitate implementation of independent living skills in the home.
- Coordinate service efforts with DSS caseworkers.
- Conduct monthly home visits to youth in their foster homes.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, education or related field required.
- One-year full-time experience working with adolescents.
- Valid and clean driver's license
- Basic computer knowledge of MS Office.
Additional Information
- Full-time, 35 hours per week.
- Schedule: Monday 12-8 pm, , Tuesday through Friday 9am-5pm.
- Location: Bohemia
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 403 (B) with generous employer contribution
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life Insurance
- Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
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