JACOB A RIIS NEIGHBORHOOD SETTLEMENT·New York
The LCSW provides clinical support, short-term counseling, and crisis intervention to participants and families while training staff on mental health and trauma-informed practices. They also coordinate resources, manage community partnerships, and ensure compliance with agency and contractual standards.
Direct Services & Clinical Support Provide short-term counseling and case support to participants and families, utilizing trauma-informed, strengths-based, and motivational interviewing approaches. Conduct crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed, ensuring participant and staff safety. Develop and implement customized crisis navigation plans for program sites. Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all participant interactions and referrals. Collect and enter de-identified, aggregate data on mental health referrals to assess participant needs and inform program planning. Training & Capacity Building Train and support staff on topics including mental health diagnoses, symptoms, behavioral indicators, and available community resources. Provide consultation to staff on effective engagement strategies for participants with mental health or behavioral challenges and develop tools to support consistent use of these strategies across programs. Support program teams in implementing trauma-informed practices and de-escalation techniques. Identify and work with part-time social work interns, providing guidance and support to ensure alignment with program goals and participant needs. Resource Coordination & DYCD Support Submit requests for resources and supports to DYCD on an ongoing basis to ensure participant needs are met in a timely manner. Coordinate with DYCD for additional supports such as transportation assistance, paraprofessionals, nurses, or other staffing needs. Build and maintain partnerships with local mental health providers and community-based organizations to facilitate referrals and service access. Maintain biweekly communication with the school guidance team to coordinate services, share updates, and ensure participant needs are being met. Collaboration & Compliance Collaborate with program leadership to ensure services align with agency standards and DYCD contractual requirements. Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities. Adhere to all agency, DYCD, and HIPAA confidentiality and documentation standards. QualificationsSTATEMENT OF SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York State. Minimum 2-3 years of post-graduate experience in a school, behavioral health, or family service setting. SIFI certification is a plus. Experience working with individuals and families with mental health diagnoses. Proven ability to conduct short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and use trauma-informed and motivational interviewing approaches. Experience training staff on mental health topics and community resource navigation. Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team within a diverse community setting. Maintain consistency and accuracy in data collection and entry to support program evaluation and compliance reporting. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows, and database management.
Market context
In New York, Licensed Clinical Social Worker roles are typically in steady demand across school, behavioral health, and family service settings. Competition often centers on active New York State licensure, post-graduate experience, and fit with the setting, so candidates should review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting. Before applying, confirm your MSW, LCSW status, and recent experience align with the role’s setting.
Generous Paid Time Off package of 13 holidays, 12 sick days, 10 days of vacation, and 6 personal days. Retirement plan with 50% employer match up to 6% of total salary Student Loan Assistance and Education Assistance Health, Dental, Vision, LTD, AD&D and Life Insurance EAP Services Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) and a valid New York State LCSW license. A minimum of 2-3 years of post-graduate experience in school, behavioral health, or family service settings is required.
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