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Specialized Family Foster Care Social Worker/ Mental Health Counselor

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NAC is currently seeking a Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor to join its Specialized Family Foster Care Program.

·      Title: Specialized Family Foster Care Social Worker/ Mental Health Counselor 

·      Position Type: Full-time

·      Location: 37 W 26th St., 7th Floor | New York, NY 10010

·      Program: Specialized Family Foster Care

  • NAC provides financial support for social work license (LMSW & LCSW) exam prep courses. 
  • NAC is an approved provider of Continuing Education Credits for NY LMSW and LCSWs. 

Description of Responsibilities: Promotes the safety, well-being and permanency of children in Specialized Foster Care.

  • Conducts assessments and provides clinical, casework and linkage to services to children with special needs including medical and development challenges and their caregivers recommended by supported by NAC’s multidisciplinary treatment team.

·      Works collaboratively with psychiatrists, psychologists, pediatricians, nurses, education specialists and fellow clinicians in a dynamic, strength-based interdisciplinary team model.

  • Conducts home and community-based visits to families; oversees parent/child visits (both in-person and virtual).

·      Prepares and participates in Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) and NAC conferences and NYC Family Court proceedings.

  • Completes ACS and NAC paperwork in a timely manner and ensures that documentation conforms to agency, City and State regulatory requirements including but not limited to progress notes, permanency/court reports and Family Assessment Service Plans (FASP).
  • Ensures adherence to agency policies and ACS regulatory requirements.
  • Participates in individual and group supervision and on-site/virtual trainings. Participates in interdisciplinary case reviews and consultations with medical, mental health and Autism experts as needed. Group supervision offered for those working toward clinical licensure.

Required Education and Experience:

·      MSW or MHC from an accredited school

·      Prior experience in foster care, child welfare, and/or health care preferred

Required Skills:

·      Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills

·      Strong engagement skills

·      Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a team

·      Proficiency in Spanish is preferred (and includes a salary differential)

Additional Benefits

  • A hybrid work model
  • -Excellent clinical supervision
  • -Professional training and development
  • -Career paths
  • – Convenient Midtown Manhattan & Bronx locations
  • -A competitive salary
  • Excellent benefits

How to Apply:

Please indicate Specialized Family Foster Care Social Worker/Mental Health Counselor the subject line when applying. Please submit cover letter and resume to: hr@nackidscan.org

For information on New Alternatives for Children, Inc., visit our website at www.nackidscan.org

Equal Opportunity Statement

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices. Please read our full DEIB Statement here.

Impact

Every day, NAC’s team of social workers, nurses, doctors, therapists, education specialists, van drivers, and so many more, make a lasting impact on the lives of the children and families we serve. Watch our video below to meet the youth and families whose lives have been changed because of NAC’s work.