AHRC New York City is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives. Come join the company recognized by Forbes as a Best Midsize Employer in America two years in a row. Join our team and discover your passion.

AHRC NYC is currently looking for a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) to join our BROOKLYN Program Team. The annual salary for this position is between $55-$65k.. In addition, this position comes with a low-to-no cost, comprehensive health benefit package which is just one way that AHRC NYC supports the wellbeing of our employees and their families. In addition, we also offer generous paid time off, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, a 403(b)-retirement plan with a matching benefit, flexible spending accounts, and discount programs. Our wellness offerings include an employee assistance program, Twill mental health platform and cash rewards for healthy behavior.

The LMSW will conduct evaluations to further develop understanding of significant emotional and social factors underlying person’s adjustment difficulties. Engaging individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed. Will provide services planned to restore person to optimum social and health adjustment within his/her capacity. As well as coordinate psychological care and behavioral programs with families or residential settings, or other relevant stakeholders. Performs all duties necessary for compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping. Deals with persons supported in a legal and ethical manner. Conducts other related tasks as needed or required.

Responsibilities 

• Conducts evaluations to further develop understanding of significant emotional and social factors underlying person’s adjustment difficulties
• Engages individuals in individual and/or group treatment as needed
• Provides services planned to restore person to optimum social and health adjustment within his/her capacity
• Coordinates psychological care and behavioral programs with families or residential settings, or other relevant stakeholders
• Interprets psychological behavioral problems and test findings to direct care staff and provides in-service training in areas such as behavior modifications
• Participates in planning for services by interpreting social factors pertinent to development of service plan
• Acts as Treatment Coordinator for persons so referred
• Conducts assessments of individuals referred to program to see if they are appropriate or refer them to appropriate programs
• Evaluates person's barriers to employment and plans for services to reduce or remove those barriers
• Assesses natural supports and stays in contact to help person's adjustment to program and work
• Assesses benefits’ needs of the person and helps access these benefits
• Coordinates curriculum to ensure maximum impact on person's learning and ability to obtain employment
• Helps evaluate person's employment readiness and compatibility with job opportunities
• Documents findings according to established protocol. Submit reports on a number or unduplicated behavioral health consultations, screenings, assessments and brief treatment encounters provided. Keep all records and information confidential
• Assists in program recruitment and social development according to program needs and requirements
• Provides ongoing periodic evaluation conferencing and consultation to reexamine and ensure appropriateness of decision and service plan
• Performs all duties necessary for compliance with relevant regulations governing service provision, including record keeping
• Deals with persons supported in a legal and ethical manner
• Conducts other related tasks as needed or required

• A Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work is required.

• Must be Licensed to practice in NY State

• Work experience with people with developmental disabilities highly desirable.

• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent skills in using MS Office applications as well as agency-specific database systems.

• Proven capacity to work productively in highly collaborative settings and to coordinate needs of multiple stakeholders.

• Flexibility to operate in a rapidly-changing work environment, with ability to adapt and be sensitive to organizational culture.

• Bilingual language skills highly desirable.

AHRC New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, marital status, partnership status, military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, genetic information, or unemployment or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law. 

Benefits:

• 403(b) retirement plan
• 403(b) company match
• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off (sick, personal & vacation)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday