Clinical Social Worker

Social WorkerIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$65k-$68k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsPosition Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $65,000.00 - $68,000.00 Salary/yearGENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Clinical Social Worker is responsible for the oversight and execution of all therapeutic, case management and programmatic requirements for the Discrete Medicaid funded Clinic MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations Responsible for conducting individual psychotherapy on a weekly basis and completing all necessary documentation such as psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, progress notes in a timely manner.

Provide mental health referrals as needed Regularly assess the safety and well-being of all clients being served Participate in foster parent psycho-education workshops Participate in weekly clinical team meetings to provide mental health updates as well as educational updates on children Work in collaboration with other departments, agencies, systems and institutions to maximize resources Assist in the development of the child’s educational plan Attend IEP meetings and/or school related conferences.

Advocate for tutorial services as needed Ensure quality assurance and excellence in service provision Participate in required LSSNY trainings Perform other duties as assigned On call 24 hours crisis intervention for child/adolescents and foster parents SUPERVISES: Social Work Interns if qualified Qualifications

Ability to work collaboratively with people from all walks of life Strong interest in working with foster care youth and children and families at-risk Strong clinical, communication and presentation skills, including the ability to facilitate trainings Superior organizational skills and an ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience working with Microsoft Office Applications and OCFS Connections Ability to communicate in Spanish (read, write and speak) is a plus EDUCATION: Master’s degree in social work from an accredited University LMSW or LCSW required EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2 years post masters experience working with children, families and adolescent populations Knowledge of substance abuse prevention & treatment Knowledgeable of psychotropic medications and familiar with medication risks and side effects Strong mental health background; proficiency in mental health diagnoses SKILLS & ABILITIES: Ability to effectively express ideas using speech, listening and writing skills to influence others and convey Program purpose and goals Ability to establish a systematic course of action to accomplish specific objectives, determine priorities and allocate time and resources effectively Ability to effectively meet and communicate face-to-face with Program stakeholders Ability to work collaboratively toward solutions that generally benefit all involved parties to accomplish overall organization objectives Ability to manage time effectively and determine priorities Detail oriented

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Social Worker oversees and executes all therapeutic, case management, and programmatic requirements for the Medicaid-funded clinic, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. Key duties include conducting weekly individual psychotherapy, completing timely documentation, providing mental health referrals, and assessing client well-being.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university, along with an LMSW or LCSW license, and a minimum of two years of post-master's experience working with children and families. Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills are essential, with knowledge of substance abuse and psychotropic medications being highly valued.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Client Safety AssessmentEducational Plan Development

Social Worker Career Context

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 26% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$67k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Lutheran Social Services of New York

Non-profit Organization Management
New York, New York
201-500 employees