Clinical Social Worker
OVERVIEW:
This is a full time, 35-hour a week, 12-month position with a salary range of $52,000.00- $55,000.00 per year and includes $500 hiring bonus.
The Transitional Living Program (TLP) Clinical Social Worker is responsible for providing counseling and clinical support to the residents in The Center’s TLP programs. They are responsible for providing comprehensive assessments and assisting TLP Case Managers in planning and referrals. Based out of the Devonshire TLP program, the Clinical Social Worker will also provide clinical consultation to the various TLP teams.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
- Individual and Family Counseling
- Crisis Intervention/Prevention
- Referral Readiness and Referral
- Youth Advocacy
- Maintenance of Client Confidentiality, consistent with agency policies
- Clinical Consultation for TLP Staff
- Community Outreach
- Accurate, Timely Case and Program Record Keeping
- Individual and Group Supervision Participation
- Staff Meetings and Training Participation
- Participation in Community Committees, Coalitions, Task Forces, etc.
- Other duties, as assigned.
EMPLOYMENT GUIDELINES
Candidate must:
- Possess knowledge of and experience in providing chemical dependency and problem gambling prevention counseling
- Adhere to ethical conduct
- Demonstrate professionalism; timely, dependable, responsible, & flexible
- Be non-judgmental and respectful
- Model principles of inclusion and tolerance
- Be youth centered and positive
- Be family friendly
- Establish effective working relationships with supervisor and co-workers
- Develop positive relationships with all key stakeholders
- Have strong literacy skills (i.e., reading, writing, comprehension)
- Have excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Conduct research and apply best-practices and evaluation methods
- Effectively promote knowledge and skill development and positive behaviors
- Provide leadership and/or work independently as requested
Candidate must possess significant knowledge of:
- Adolescent development including: positive youth development, asset development, risk reduction and protective factors
- Youth serving systems
- Community resources
- Client advocacy
CULTURAL SENSITIVITY
The Center delivers services to youth and families from many racial, ethnic, cultural, social and life style groups. We value differences in people and strive to understand diverse cultures, ethnic origins, sexual orientations, abilities and beliefs. To this end, all staff are required to attend professional development trainings and to continually enhance their understanding of cultural diversity.
Staff are expected to respect and honor cultural and human diversity. The annual Performance Appraisal provides an opportunity for staff to evaluate how they are integrating culturally competent practices into their everyday work.
QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of a Master’s degree in Social Work or related, LMSW or LCSW preferred; and at least 5 years of related experience required.
In addition to the above, it is mandatory that candidates meet the following criteria prior to hire:
- Completion of State Central Registry Clearance form
- Authorization for the agency to obtain driving record information
- A valid driver’s license and regular access to a motor vehicle
- Automobile insurance at the level of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per accident Bodily Injury and $50,000 Property Damage
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must be able to be autonomously mobile in order to provide the required services.
COMPUTER SKILLS RECOMMENDED
Microsoft Office - Advanced
The Center for Youth provides equal opportunities for employment.