Job Description

Job Description

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)

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