Shelter In Reach Supervisor - Substance Abuse Service Center Job New York New York USA,Social Work

Location: New York

Duties/Responsibilities

Participate and lead a 11 person team consisting of 6 MSW and/or LMSW level Social Workers and 5 Peer Specialists. Work collaboratively with a total of 10 BRC Shelter and Safe Haven sites located in Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Bronx. Supervise staff using crisis management, Motivational Interviewing, and harm reduction strategies with clients who have experienced an overdose or adverse effects from substance use.

Use trauma informed practices to engage with clients. Conduct screenings, assist peers with Narcan trainings and oversight and provide other harm reduction education and training to clients and staff in the shelter system. Utilize group and individual format to assist clients in making and achieving both harm reduction and recovery goals. Creating linkages and referrals for clients near their residence and preferred location for services.

Document progress notes and complete monthly reporting for both DHS and OASAS to be provided to Program Director. This role entails working and engaging clients in person and in a residential setting where they reside. Collect monthly and weekly data from staff regarding referrals, contacts, Narcan training courses and kit distribution. Oversee data entry in the AWARDS and OASAS data systems.

Reports to the Program Director.

Related Duties as assigned.

Hours

Full-time; 37.5 hours a week

Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30 pm

Qualifications

LCSW required, 1-year supervisory experience required,
Bilingual preferred

* Clinical hours in this position are in qualified setting for clinical experience hours.*

MAKE AN IMPACT

Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.

Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally.

BENEFITS

BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

Competitive health and dental plans, with coverage is available for your spouse, domestic partner, and dependents.

A minimum of 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and additional paid sick and personal time. A 403(b) pension plan with a matching benefit paid by BRC.

Tuition assistance and many training opportunities for career development.

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are available so employees can set aside pre-tax dollars for healthcare, transit and childcare.