Our client, a reputable organization that drives solution to transform the lives of people with disabilities, people in poverty and people suffering from substance abuse/addition, has an immediate need for a Social Worker, LMSW to work in supportive housing.

Schedule: M-F, 10am to 6pm
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Position Type: Contract to Perm

Job Summary:
• The Social worker will be responsible for the overall delivery and coordination of services for Behavioral Health programs.
• The Social Worker is responsible for interfacing with clinical staff, mental health and medical providers, and relevant community-based organizations to enhance and ensure individuals are in receipt of optimal care and services.
• The Social Worker will be responsible for the completion psychosocial assessments to assist in permanent stable housing.
• The Social Worker will be responsible for assessing individuals' needs and facilitate appropriate linkage to community-based services.
• Work within a crisis driven Behavioral Health environment with a knowledge of substance abuse, NYC Housing Application (2010E), trauma and dual diagnosis.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Current licensure in LMSW required from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) or current licensure in LMHC
• Knowledge of emotional/behavioral health, mental health, dual-diagnosis
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to assist individuals of diverse ethnicities, backgrounds, ages, and sexual preferences
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
• Bilingual candidates preferred but not required
• Basic computer skills (e.g. MS Office suite and Windows)

Please email: jisha.thomas@itmmi.com

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