LMSW

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide individual and group services to adults with substance use disorders and/or mental health disorders, assisting them in achieving their life goals and maintain overall wellness.
• Provision of services that are OASAS/OMH compliant and in line with standards of care.
• Maintain collaborative and compliant documentation that meets OASAS/OMH and organizational expectations.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings offering feedback and support to staff.
• Participate in person-centered treatment planning, including risk assessment and crisis planning.
• Provide DSM diagnostic assessment and treatment planning, along with making appropriate recommendations and referrals and to document in client record in accordance with regulatory agencies and policy and procedures.
• Conduct regular collateral follow up with treatment partners as clinically indicated.
• Work closely with clients to collaboratively develop formal treatment plans that address substance use disorder and mental health concerns, including improving adherence to recommended treatment.
• Evaluate and provide therapeutic interventions in individual sessions and groups using evidenced-based practices.
• Complete all paperwork requirements and statistical reporting to ensure program compliance with applicable intergovernmental oversight agencies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and workshops, in order to maintain and improve professional competence.

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or an equivalent related field required.
• Current and unrestricted LMSW– NYS Licensure Minimum of two (2) of previous relevant experience in a Mental or Behavioral Health environment required.
• Obtain within thirty (30) days from 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 Treatment CASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours) Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)