Social Worker Job in Albany 12207, New York US
Join Whitney M. Young, Jr. Health Center in providing quality care to patients. We currently have two opportunities for Social Work applicants.
The Social Work Case Manager participates on the HIV Care coordination multidisciplinary team to assess the behavioral needs of clients, focusing on mental health and substance abuse screening, referral and linkage; HIV risk assessment, education and counseling; and education and training on skills building with clients to help them learn to self-manage chronic disease. The Social Work Case Manager screens clients, develops a Social Work Care Plan and assists in motivating clients to appropriate behavior change that will support positive health outcomes.
The Social Worker facilitates the continuity of care through psychosocial assessment and diagnosis, counseling, crisis intervention and referral services. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive psychosocial assessments; develop and evaluate written treatment plans based on clinical assessments; work collaboratively with other members of the health care team and community based organizations to formulate appropriate care plans; provided treatment interventions in accordance with treatment and care plans.
Both positions require a Master's Degree in Social Work with a LCSW from New York State. An R-psychotherapy privilege and three years experience in a medical setting is desired. Successful candidates should have a knowledge of community resources and a demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. (M/F/V/D)