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Residential Social Worker

Ali Forney Center
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New York, NY, USA
$65,000 yearly
Dec 06, 2025
Government Healthcare Nonprofit

Job Description

Job Description

JOB TITLE

FLSA STATUS

PROGRAM

MANAGER

SALARY

Residential Social Worker

Non-Exempt

Housing

Residential Treatment Model Coordinator

$65,000

WORKDAYS

[X ] Monday

[ X ] Tuesday

[ X] Wednesday

[X ] Thursday

[X] Friday

[ X] Saturday

[ X] Sunday

FUNCTION

This position has the direct responsibility of working with interdisciplinary teams to address the emotional, behavioral, and social needs of LGBTQ youth residing in the agency’s shelter. The social worker plays a pivotal role in developing and implementing treatment plans, providing individual and group therapy, coordinating services, and advocating for clients' well-being.

TOP RESPONSIBILITIES

Resident Assessment

  • Comprehensive evaluation to assess emotional, behavioral, medical, educational, and social needs
  • Continuously evaluate and update treatment plans based on residents' progress and changing needs.

Individualized Care Planning

  • Support Residents in reaching goals identified in their service plan
  • Collaborate with treatment teams to develop individualized treatment plans that address residents' unique challenges and strengths.
  • Warm hand-off to psychiatric care coordinated by an adolescent psychiatrist or psychiatric prescriber

Social & Emotional Support

  • Individual therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Supportive Counseling
  • Crisis Counseling

Therapeutic Intervention:

  • Provide individual crisis counseling and group therapy sessions to address residents' emotional and behavioral issues.
  • Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to promote emotional regulation, coping skills, and self-esteem.
  • Foster a safe and supportive environment that encourages open communication and personal growth.
  • Organize peer support groups
  • Harm reduction-focused substance use counseling

Crisis Management:

  • Respond effectively to crisis situations, employing de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies as needed.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a coordinated and timely response to emergencies.

Documentation and Reporting

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic records of assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and other relevant documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards for record-keeping and confidentiality

Training and Professional Development

  • Professional Development:
  • Stay current with advancements in social work, residential treatment models, and evidence-based interventions.
  • Participate in continuing education and training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Other Duties

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

[ ] High School

[ ] Vocational Training

[ ] Undergraduate Degree

[ X] Masters Degree

Masters in Social Work or enrolled in accredited Master of Social Work program. Training/Experience in youth social services required.

TECHNICAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Computer knowledge and competent writing skills.

QUALIFICATION NEEDED

Must be able to work independently and with teams. Experience working with the adolescent/young adult population required. Knowledge of psychosocial needs of LGBTQ/homeless population is helpful. Experience in individual and group behavioral counseling. Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays. Transgender & gender non-conforming people are encouraged to apply. Bilingual (Spanish) speaking encouraged to apply.


Full-Time Employee BENEFITS:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan

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