A health services network in Western New York is currently seeking licensed professional to join their growing team in Buffalo NY as their new Licensed Master Social Worker.
About the Opportunity:
- Start: Date: ASAP
- Hours: Monday to Friday
- Hours: 8am to 4pm or 9am-5pm (35 hours per week)
- Patient Volume: 15 to 20
Responsibilities:
- Use evidence-based treatment approaches like motivational interviewing and trauma-informed care.
- Conduct regular group and individual counseling sessions.
- Collect weekly random urine samples.
- Orient clients on program goals and rules.
- Apply counseling techniques and evidence-based models for addiction.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
- Develop and implement treatment plans.
- Incorporate diverse cultural needs into practice.
- Complete documentation timely.
- Educate clients about alcohol and drug abuse.
- Adhere to ethical standards.
- Maintain and update referral services.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English for CASAC-T role.
- Participate in supervision and performance evaluations.
- Familiarity with billing codes and maintain billable hours.
- Ensure compliance with regulations.
- Engage in community outreach.
- Complete client progress reports timely.
- Attend program meetings and trainings.
- Perform tasks as requested by a supervisor.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of relevant experience in Social Work in a Mental or Behavioral Health environment required
- Master's Degree in Social Work or an equivalent related field required
- Current and unrestricted LMSW NYS Licensure required
- Obtain within six months of hire:
- Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)
- Obtain within thirty days of hire:
- Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment
- CASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours)
- Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)
- Mandated reporter (2 hours)
