ACT Team Leader; LMSW

We are seeking a licensed Social Worker to serve as Team Leader for an Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program in Manhattan. This role provides both clinical leadership and hands‑on support for a multidisciplinary team serving adults with serious and persistent mental illness who require intensive, community‑based care.

The annual base salary range is $70,000 to $76,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from the posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other factors. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.

• Provide clinical oversight and direct case management services to a small caseload
• Conduct client assessments and develop individualized treatment goals
• Support client access to psychiatric care, medication management, entitlements, and community services
• Coordinate care with hospitals, residential facilities, families, and external providers
• Accompany clients to appointments and conduct visits in the community as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely client documentation in accordance with program and funder requirements
• Participate in rotating on‑call coverage outside of regular business hours

• Provide ongoing clinical supervision to staff and interns, including case review and skill development
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training compliance for ACT team staff
• Monitor staff documentation, productivity, and reporting across required systems
• Assist with staff scheduling, policy development, and daily program operations
• Serve as acting Program Director when needed
• Participate actively in ACT team meetings, case conferences, and trainings
• Work within a shared caseload model to support client stability and engagement
• Provide coverage for clinical and administrative functions as needed

• Active LMSW required
• Experience working with adults with serious and persistent mental illness
• Prior ACT Team experience strongly preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Experience with or willingness to learn AWARDS, CAIRS, NYCMED, and other funder‑required systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently in the field and in office‑based settings
• Combination of field‑based and office‑based work
• Regular community travel, including use of public transportation