Hybrid Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Position Summary

We are seeking a full‑time LCSW (Bilingual English/Spanish) to work within our Behavioral Health Division at our Bronx‑based flagship location, El Nuevo San Juan Community Health Center. The Behavioral Health Team spans two floors, providing individual therapy and outpatient psychiatry support to both children and adult patients. As a Clinical Social Worker, you will utilize evidence‑based approaches to provide clinical services, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and emotional disorders. You will work with diverse populations to promote mental well‑being and facilitate access to resources and support systems. This position is onsite at the onset of employment; after 3–6 months, hybrid options of 2–3 remote days may be considered for established patients who can benefit from virtual therapy.

Key Duties

• Provide bio‑psychosocial and clinical diagnostic assessments.
• Conduct individual psychotherapy and counseling services.
• Maintain skills and knowledge in clinical theory and practice to help patients overcome dependencies, adjust to life, and make changes.
• Provide counseling to family members to assist with understanding and supporting patients.
• Engage in crisis intervention when necessary and refer patients or families to community resources.
• Provide consultation to medical providers.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement treatment and intervention programs.
• Participate in clinical team meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• New York State Licensed LCSW.
• At least 2 years of experience providing psychotherapy.
• Ability to diagnose patients.
• Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to identify high‑risk psychosocial factors in patients and families that impact health status.

Compensation

Starting compensation ranges from $85,000 to $94,000 per year.

Benefits

• Fully funded health insurance for the employee; 73.5% funded health insurance for family.
• Dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 3% annual employer contribution.
• Comprehensive paid time off—including vacation, personal time, sick leave, holidays, and your birthday.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care, dependent care, commuter benefits).
• Entertainment discount programs and employee assistance program.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and NHSC/HRSA loan repayment programs.
• Fitness discounts and perks through the medical plan.
• $50,000 term life insurance.

About Urban Health Plan

Urban Health Plan (UHP) is dedicated to continuously improving community health and quality of life by providing affordable, comprehensive, quality primary and specialty health care, and by advancing innovative best practices. Founded 50 years ago by Dr. Richard Izquierdo, UHP upholds a tradition of patient‑centered, holistic care and excellence in all its endeavors. UHP is an equal opportunity employer.