Social Work Assistant Job at VNS Health, Bronx, NY

bVNFczBvL2dpaXB4WVk1MGZNVk5WSjBCalE9PQ==
  • VNS Health
  • Bronx, NY

Job Description

Overview

Assists the Licensed Social Worker in providing direct social work services to patients and their families including community resource planning, advocacy, skill building, linking patient/families to community resources and providing assistance with entitlements under the direction of the Licensed Social Worker. Works under close supervision of the Licensed Social Worker.

Compensation:

$20.98 - $26.23 Hourly

What We Provide

  • R eferral bonus opportunities  

  • Generous paid time off (PTO) , starting at 20 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays  

  • Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability  

  • Employer-matched retirement saving funds  

  • Personal and financial wellness programs  

  • Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care   

  • Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees  

  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement  

  • Internal mobility, CEU credits, and advancement opportunities   

  • Interdisciplinary network of colleagues through the VNS Health Social Services Community of Professionals  

What You Will Do

  • Assesses clients/families for the need of concrete social work services and participates in the development of a plan of care with the Licensed Social Worker.
  • Coordinates and collaborates with other agencies on the treatment plan or plan of care, as well as follows up on linkages made between patients and other service agencies or mental health providers to ensure continuity of care.
  • Assists staff, patients/families and other caregivers with application process for third party reimbursement, entitlements and community resources.
  • Performs outreach to community agencies in order to establish working relationships and provide access to other services. Advise other agencies of the program and referral process.
  • Maintains records and statistics in accordance with program requirements. Clearly documents services planned and provided, and maintains written and verbal communication according to VNS Health policy.
  • Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and case conferences, and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to provide a continuum of quality in-home services to families.
  • Travels to patient’s home to make home visits as determined by the Plan of Care or as determined by leadership.
  • Attends in-service education programs, and other training, as required by VNS Health.
  • Assumes responsibility for continued professional growth.
  • For BH only:
  • Assists with monitoring the effects of the plan of care on the patient/family.
  • Arranges transportation and/or appointments for patients at clinics, programs and offices.
Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

  • Valid driver's license or NYS Non-Driver photo ID card, as determined by operational/regional needs. Required


Education:

  • Associate's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or the human services field or
  • Four years of full-time paid experience in social work in a social agency adhering to acceptable standards or an equivalent combination of the foregoing education and experience Required


Work Experience:

  • Minimum of one year of social work experience in a mental health, health care or human services setting Required
  • Bilingual skills as determined by operational needs may be Required
  • Position may require travel between regions.

     

By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by Jooble to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer’s data processor SonicJobs.
See VNS Health Terms & Conditions at and Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at and Terms of Use at

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

University Orthopedics

Hand and Orthopedic Surgeon Job at University Orthopedics

 ...Job Title: Hand and Orthopedic Surgeon Location: Cranston, Cumberland, and East Providence RI University Orthopedics (UOI) is looking for a Hand and Orthopedic Surgeon to join our growing musculoskeletal provider team. The position involves joining a cohesive... 

SQUAN

Engineering Program Manager Job at SQUAN

 ...Coordinator REPORTS TO: Director of PMO Location: 100% Remote Duration: Permanent, Full-Time Pay Rate: $85,000-$110,000...  ...Clears roadblocks impacting the design, field, permitting, and GIS teams. Collaborates with construction managers, design... 

Tutor Me Education

Bilingual Tutor (Spanish) Job at Tutor Me Education

 ...federal, state or local laws. Requirements Job requirements: Ability to commute to/from Milpitas, CA REQUIRED Fluent in Spanish Must clear FBI-DOJ background check that is taken in-person Previous tutoring/teaching experience highly preferred... 

Team Builder Recruiting

Behavioral Health Tech Job at Team Builder Recruiting

 ...people who are struggling with mental illness Entry-level position working in the mental health field...  ...REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent Bachelor's degree in behavioral health services is preferred (Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Counseling, Human... 

Lifeskills Connection Inc.

Acupuncturist Job at Lifeskills Connection Inc.

 ...Position: Acupuncturist FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Office Manager Position Description: Responsible for providing acupuncture services to clients at The Healing Heart Center RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide acupuncture services to clients as scheduled...