Prevention Social Worker/mental Health Counselor - New York, United States - New Alternatives for Children, Inc.

New Alternatives for Children, Inc.

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New York, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC)is an award-winning not-for-profit agency in Midtown Manhattan, with a satellite Bronx office, dedicated to serving children and families with medical complexities, chronic illnesses, and disabilities throughout the five boroughs. To assist in achieving this mission, NAC is currently seeking a
Prevention Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor to join its
Special Medical Prevention Program.

Our Prevention program delivers a range of clinical, case management, and supportive services to families who are child-welfare involved and caring for children diagnosed with chronic or complex medical conditions.

The goal is for families to remain intact while ensuring caregivers receive the appropriate support to meet all of their children's physical, developmental, and mental health needs.

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Title of Position: Prevention Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor

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Position Type:Full-time

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Locations: 825 7thAvenue, 5th floor | New York, NY 1001- o 1775 Grand Concourse, Suite 703 | Bronx, NY 10453
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Program: Special Medical Prevention Services

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Salary: $60,000

Description of Responsibilities:

Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor provides casework and clinical services to youth and caregivers utilizing individual and family modalities. Coordinates services for a caseload of 89 families as recommended by NAC's multidisciplinary treatment team.
Conducts home and communitybased visits.
Adheres to agency and ACS regulatory requirements related to casework and collateral contacts, Family Team Conferencing, Workforce Institute training, and timely completion of Family Assessment and Service Plans (FASPS) and progress notes in CONNECTIONS.
Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor makes adequate use of individual, group and peer supervision, clinical consultation, mental health inservices, and social justice discussion forums.
Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor collaborates with psychiatrists, psychologists, pediatricians, nurses, case associates, and resource and education specialists in a dynamic, strengthbased interdisciplinary team model.

Required Education and Experience:

Master's degree in social work, mental health counseling, public administration, psychology, or a related field
Prior experience in preventive services, child welfare, and/or health care preferred

Required Skills:

Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills
Strong engagement skills
Selfawareness and motivation around team building
Proficiency in Spanish is preferred (and includes a salary differential)

How to Apply:

New Alternatives for Children, Inc.

is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices.

Pay:
From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits: