Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

This position requires great organizational and. time management skills. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined by the ADA to perform the essential functions of the job.

The salary is $65,000/annually KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -Carries an active caseload of clients as stipulated by the clinic.-Provides 28 hours of direct care services each week.-Facilitate groups weekly.-Engages significant other and/or family members in treatment exceptions are documented in the case record.-Completes all required FIT training modules.-Responsible for making sure the case record always remains up to date.-Submit required clinical documentation adhering to OASAS regulatory timeframes.-Participates in clinical supervision as scheduled.-Participates in bi-weekly staff meeting.-Partners with front desk team to ensure all clients are scheduled.-Conducts daily outreach calls.-Consults with the clinical supervisor all cases ready for discharge and submits all discharge related paperwork as scheduled.-Completes PHQ-9 at admission and eve1y 90 days.-Conducts audits of charts and submit monthly.-Utilizes collaborative documentation with 90% of clients.-Submit daily progress notes. -Engages all clients in the creating of a treatment plan as evidenced by submitting plans with all signatures.-Other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS: -Master's Degree in Social Work or an equivalent related field required.

Bilingual Spanish Required-Current and unrestricted LMSW

NYS Licensure -Minimum of two (2) of previous relevant experience in a Mental or Behavioral Health environment required.-Obtain prior to hire date:-Mandated reporter (2 hours)-Website info: http://nysmandatedreporter.org/trainingcourses.aspx.-Obtain within six months of hire:-Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)-Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment-CASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours)-Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)-Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making.-Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion.-Must be able to multi-task with strong organizational skills.-Excellent interpersonal skills and able to communicate both verbally and in written form.-Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.-Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality.

*Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer*