Under supervision of Program Director, the Social Worker is responsible for the provision of short- and long-term psychotherapy to a caseload of psychiatrically diagnosed individuals. The clinician is key at assessing, screening, and connecting individuals with appropriate levels of care. This position requires great organizational and. time management skills. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA to perform the essential functions of the job.
 The salary is $65,000/annually KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:                                                                                                             Carries an active caseload of clients as stipulated by the clinic.Provides 28 hours of direct care services each week.Facilitate groups weekly.Engages significant other and/or family members in treatment exceptions are documented in the case record.Completes all required FIT training modules.Responsible for making sure the case record always remains up to date.Submit required clinical documentation adhering to OASAS regulatory timeframes.Participates in clinical supervision as scheduled.Participates in bi-weekly staff meeting.Partners with front desk team to ensure all clients are scheduled.Conducts daily outreach calls.Consults with the clinical supervisor all cases ready for discharge and submits all discharge related paperwork as scheduled.Completes PHQ-9 at admission and eve1y 90 days.Conducts audits of charts and submit monthly.Utilizes collaborative documentation with 90% of clients.Submit daily progress notes. Engages all clients in the creating of a treatment plan as evidenced by submitting plans with all signatures.Other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.
REQUIREMENTS:                                                                                                                                  Master's Degree in Social Work or an equivalent related field required.Bilingual Spanish RequiredCurrent and unrestricted LMSW– NYS Licensure Minimum of two (2) of previous relevant experience in a Mental or Behavioral Health environment required.Obtain prior to hire date:Mandated reporter (2 hours)Website info: http://nysmandatedreporter.org/trainingcourses.aspx.Obtain within six months of hire:Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to TreatmentCASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours)Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making.Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion.Must be able to multi-task with strong organizational skills.Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form.Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.

*Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer*