Licensed Master Social Worker - HOURLY (Blaisdell ATC)

*All Hourly positions with the NYS Office of Addiction Services & Supports (OASAS) are utilized on an “as needed” basis, and as such there is no guarantee of work hours or a set schedule. Any/all questions should be directed to recruitment@oasas.ny.gov

The Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) (Hourly) will serve as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

The incumbent will function as an admissions coordinator and may be responsible for managing a small counseling caseload.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Interview clients and review medical/psychiatric history, and complete various assessments as part of treatment plan development.
• Assess individual and family needs, strengths, and limitations.
• Complete required client and facility admissions documentation, adhering to applicable OASAS procedures and confidentiality regulations.
• Provide orientation to the clients regarding the nature of the treatment facility, including its programs, activities, policies, and rules.
• Record significant psychosocial events and/or changes in clinical condition.
• Determine the individual needs for referral to community-based services.
• Serve as a resource to other team members regarding social adjustment, discharge service needs, and the effective utilization of community services.
• May provide individual, group, and family counseling, as well as crisis intervention.
• May provide clinical consultation and assistance to members of the professional staff and members of the treatment team, under the clinical supervision of a licensed clinical social worker, psychologist, or psychiatrist.
• Prepare reports and maintain all records as required.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

NOTE: The ATC uses a computerized patient record system.

Oasas

Addiction Treatment Centers (ATCs) are Tobacco Free Facilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a license and current registration as a licensed master social worker in New York State.

NOTE: Candidate(s) must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicaid and Medicare programs.

Failure to maintain Medicaid/Medicare eligibility will result in the termination of employment.