What are the responsibilities and job description for the SOCIAL WORKER position at Family Service League Inc.?
Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency who provides comprehensive services to individuals, children, and families to improve the quality of their lives at home, in the workplace, and in the community. With more than 60 social service and mental health programs in over 20 locations, Family Service League is committed to serving Long Island’s most vulnerable citizens.
SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
SUMMARY
Family Service League is seeking a full-time Social Worker for the Forensic Diversion Program in Hauppauge, NY. The Social Worker will conduct crisis assessments in the problem-solving courts and units. This includes partnering with the Suffolk County District Court staff to determine intervention services, counsel participants and make recommendations to the court.
We offer a generous benefits package including the following:
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Generous PTO (paid time off)
- Up to 11 paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Student Tuition Remission Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Discounts and more!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Social Worker will provide crisis intervention, assessment, and linkage of participants engaging in court services.
- Interview participants to determine the need for services.
- Act on behalf of Case Manager 1 or Resource Coordinator in their absence.
- Conduct court mandated drug testing by using specialized equipment.
- Refer participants to psychological or medical counseling services as determined through the assessment.
- The Social Worker will report participants compliance on programs, assess suitability for further treatment and counseling, and may recommend sanctions.
- Assist in developing treatment and counseling plans for participants and make recommendations to the judge.
- The Social Worker will collaborate with outside providers, external partners, and other stake holders to determine participants’ progress.
- Complete all required documentation in an electronic medical record.
- Complete training and maintain proficiency with de-escalation and techniques for crisis intervention.
- All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s degree is required.
LMSW or other related clinical license is preferred.
At least six months experience in a behavioral health setting or legal setting required; clinical experience is preferred.
Knowledge of legal terminology is preferred.
Ability to interact with Attorneys, litigants, children, medical, psychiatric, and other professionals required.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required; experience with Electronic Health Record preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills are required.
Ability to problem solve, multitask, make clear decisions and work as part of a team are required.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to bend, stretch and stand for long periods of time
"Family Service League is committed to the belief that all individuals deserve uncompromising respect. Through our recruitment efforts, we continually strive to attain and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that meets the needs of our clients and reflects the communities we serve. Family Service League strongly encourages candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for any positions for which they feel potentially qualified."
