Social Worker - Youth Congregate Care

Job Description

WHO WE ARE: The Children's Home of Wyoming Conference partners with children, families and communities throughout New York State to inspire hope, develop skills and cultivate healthy relationships for positive futures.

$58,000-65,000

Candidates who have completed their Master's in Social Work (MSW) are welcomed to apply! Our agency supports your professional growth by covering costs associated with your limited permit license, the license exam, and license fees. Candidates must be willing to become licensed.

Position Summary: The Social Worker collaborates with the program team to ensure a safe, therapeutic, and nurturing environment. Providing support to the supervisor of the program, childcare workers, relief workers, and Family Engagement Coordinators as needed. Effectively communicates information between units, shifts, parents, probation, family court, and the Department of Social Services. The Social Worker will be responsible for guiding and directing the children into care, participating in the assessment of the progress and problems of each youth. The Social Worker will prepare youth for successful living within societal norms, toward improved family relationships, reunification with family, or independent living. The Social Worker will promote family engagement in treatment and maximize parental decision making while minimizing participation in treatment goals.

Responsibilities:

Work collaboratively with staff, unit supervisors, and family engagement coordinator in monitoring and assessing issues related to program functioning. i.e.: routines, resident concerns, clinical support when needed, and general issues involving staff when necessary

Provide appropriate comprehensive case work interventions including case planning, case notes, and assessments.

Establish and maintain regular contact with children and families.

Provide individual, family, group counseling, and crisis intervention.

Continually evaluate the strengths and needs of children and families to provide appropriate intervention planning.

Initiate, develop and implement valid, innovative best practices consistent with progressive trends, directions and research

Attend (and assist as needed) in all required trainings, supervisions, and meetings

Complete required reports and all documentation in a timely manner for 29i

Maintain good relationships through collaboration and advocacy on client's behalf with DSS, community agencies, schools, program staff and other service providers.Requirements

Education:

Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field required.

Limited Permit, LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT, Licensed Psychologist, or similar required

Experience:

Experience working with youth and families is preferred

Driver's License and ability to maintain insurance throughout employment required

Benefits

Benefits available to all staff:

Student Loan and Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts at the Southern Tier Community Center

Opportunities for Professional Development

Full Time Benefits:

Agency-Paid CEUs, License Prep Course, and License Exam

403(b) with 6% employer contribution

PTO plus 9 paid holidays

Childcare Reimbursement

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with HSA/FSA Accounts)

Life Insurance

EEO Statement: The Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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