Part-Time Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) at Episcopal SeniorLife Communities

City of Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

38.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Support, Case Management, Psychosocial Assessments, Service Plan Development, Recovery Monitoring, Housing Stability, Group Meetings, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Referral Facilitation, Documentation, HIPAA Compliance, Independent Living Skills, Community Integration, Computer Skills, Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Episcopal SeniorLife Communities Mission: We provide high quality services from skilled nursing and restorative care to housing, assisted living and community-based wellness programs. We are committed to meeting each individual’s needs, in a culturally competent manner, supporting family and loved ones through transitions, and fulfilling our pledge… Life. Inspired Every Day. 6-8 hours, Monday through Friday Normal Business Hours Starting Pay Rate: $38.00/hour The Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) for the supportive housing program works under the supervision of the Supportive Housing Program Manager. This position focuses on providing clinical and case management support services to adults aged 55 and older who are living in permanent supportive housing and have histories of mental health and/or substance use disorders. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Maintains an active role in selection of ESSHI participants as well as aids in discharge of participants needing a higher level of care Provide individualized support and case management to residents in accordance with ESSHI guidelines Conduct psychosocial assessments, assist in developing service plans, and monitoring progress toward recovery and housing stability goals. Conducts 1:1 and group meetings to ensure compliance and safety of participants in areas of personal care, money management, self-medication, socialization and DSS benefits. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including property management, peer specialists, and external providers. Facilitate referrals to mental health, substance use, medical, and social services as needed. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency and funder requirements. Participate in team meetings, high risk meetings and trainings as scheduled. Support residents in developing independent living skills and community integration Follows guidelines of HIPAA to ensure confidentiality of each resident Requirements EDUCATION: Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university and LMSW in good standing in New York State required. EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1-year experience working with adults in mental health and/or substance use disorders, preferably in a supportive housing or community-based setting. QUALIFICATIONS: Basic computer skills are necessary including but not limited to the ability to work on a laptop or personal computer, the ability to create, open and save electronic documents and emails, and the ability to navigate between multiple computer programs within a Windows OS required. Ability to effectively communicate and work as a member of an inter-disciplinary health care team Ability to interact courteously, compassionately and tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, and the public. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performing duties of this job require occasional walking and standing in and around the building and lobby. Must be able to occasionally lift loads of 30 pounds without assistance and the ability to sit, talk, and hear is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most essential job duties are performed indoors, in a normal office environment. Being located at the main entrance of the building may expose the employee to drafts and temperature fluctuations. SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The work is performed within established guidelines and requires periodic supervision. The employee exercises some initiative and independent judgment to effectively perform the essential job duties of this position. RESPONSIBILITY FOR OTHERS: The employee has no direct responsibility for others. SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES: Shall be fully acquainted with all safety policies and procedures of the Episcopal SeniorLife Communities. Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the organization, residents, participants, family and staff, that may be encountered, either formally or informally, during the normal course of business. This includes medical and treatment records, financial and human resources information. Episcopal SeniorLife Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing clinical and case management support services to older adults in permanent supportive housing who have histories of mental health or substance use disorders. Key functions include conducting psychosocial assessments, developing service plans, monitoring progress, and facilitating referrals to necessary services.