Substance Abuse Counselor (WinWest) - New York,

Title of Position : Substance Abuse Social Worker

FLSA Status : Non Exempt

Department : Transitional Housing, Win West

Salary : $33.81 per hour

Report to : Program Director Win West

Positions reporting to this position : None

Purpose of the Position

The role of the Social Worker within the social service team is to provide substance abuse services to women in transitional housing and assist with ensuring appropriate level of care is identified when connecting to permanent housing. The individual in this position works closely with social service staff in a collaborative approach to manage client needs and ensure the effective delivery of services to the clients at Win West.

Responsibilities :

Assist with initial intake process in partnership with the security staff. to using evidenced based practices (EBP), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma Informed Care (TIC), critical time intervention and boundary setting, to help clients achieve their goals.

Assist with initial intake process in partnership with other team members.

Triage client(s) for immediate needs and services.

Conduct substance abuse assessment for all clients to determine need.

Provide emergency and crisis service intervention such as connecting to detox and rehabilitation services in community.

Develops Relapse Prevention Plans with clients and modify interventions as needed.

Perform timely and accurate data input of required client information in Department of Homeless Services (DHS) database.

Provide assistance to Housing Coordinator by completing 2010E Supportive Housing Applications.

Support clients in identifying steps towards housing readiness and assist with transitioning to permanent housing.

Conduct group sessions weekly focused on substance abuse treatment and recovery.

Provide individual counseling for clients diagnosed with substance abuse disorder and connect to treatment services in the community.

Establish advocacy network with community resources.

Actively participate as a member of the shelter's multi-disciplinary team.

Attend transitional housing meetings, organization wide meetings, and staff training, as required. Prepare all mandated reporting as required by supervisor, contract agencies and Win.

Discuss strategies with multi-disciplinary team to address treatment plans, challenges, and crisis intervention.

Collaborate with community-based service providers to ensure engagement in services.

Provide NARCAN training to staff and clients onsite and completed DHS / Win reporting in a timely manner.

Discuss strategies with multi-disciplinary team to address treatment plans, challenges, and crisis intervention.

Essential Functions :

Must be able to work evenings, at least one Saturday / Sunday a month and some holidays.

Must be able to ascend / descend stairs within the building assigned.

Must be able to escort clients to appointments as needed.

Must be able to work evenings, at least one Saturday / Sunday a month and some holidays.

Must be able to ascend / descend stairs within the building assigned.

Qualifications :

Commitment to Win’s mission, vision, and values.

MSW required, direct experience in substance abuse setting required. CASAC credential is helpful

Experience working with individuals with mental illness, substance abuse, and homeless adults, a plus.

Demonstrated ability to facilitate group treatment and developing group curricula.

Experience with supportive housing

Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Bilingual -English / Spanish a plus.

Core Competencies :

Leading Others : Assist with the implementation of initiative and escalates issues appropriately.

Facilitating Change : Propose new approaches, methods or technologies to improve services to clients.

Managing Performance : Monitor performance against predetermined standards set by Win and funders.

Applying and Developing Expertise : Take client issues to the appropriate people within the organization to obtain the most accurate information to meet the client’s needs.

Communicating and Collaborating : Must understand and embody Win values and Code of Conduct. Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

WIN’S DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION HIRING COMMITMENT

Our most effective service to our community comes from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experience. As a result, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. Win actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.