Job description

The LaSalle School is seeking an several Licensed Social Workers or Licensed Mental Health Counselors (Full-Time, 40/hours per week, non-exempt/hourly). Position is located within the Ulster County School Districts.

Our ideal candidate is energetic; demonstrated experience with clinical skills, including adolescent development, family systems, group treatment, and assessment, strong Computer skills, highly developed organizational skills, strong written and communication skills, ability to work with a team of service providers, and efficient recordkeeping and time management skills.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

This position will provide behavioral health programming in dyads with other case managers embedded within Ulster County school districts. The program will buttress existing services available both in school and the community and provide intensive, time-limited clinical intervention and care coordination to Ulster County students. The program will be a part of the school community at one of our 9 districts and act as a link between school, community, and family. Services will be targeted toward middle-school age young people identified by the school as being able to benefit from targeted support, brief intervention, and linkage to community resources. Provider will work with a caseload of 20 youths for a period of 3-6 months.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Face-to-face sessions (in school, at home, and/or in the community) with the youth based on goals set: Behavior at school, home and in the community, Mental health, Trauma, Substance use (prevention or intervention), Academics, Community, Vocational, Family, Social (including extra-circular interests and activities), Physical wellness and access to healthcare, Household economic stability, Housing instability, Food insecurity, Violence at home or in the community, other areas as identified by the youth and their families.
• Family support sessions with the youth and their parent/caregiver at least monthly.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop treatment plans. · Complete all required case related documentation.
• Ongoing communication and meetings with school staff as needed · Linkage to community supports and resources (for both youth and family), based upon building personal responsibility and accountability as well as independent living skills.
• Coordination with other involved providers including but not limited to mental health, juvenile justice, social services, primary care, etc. · Participate in a multidisciplinary team as assigned.
• Adhere to all relevant agency and regulatory expectations.
• Could also assist school personnel in direct consultation and/or crisis response(s).
• Maintain all required paperwork including treatment plans, safety plans and progress notes in a timely manner.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Required:

• MSW, LMSW required within six (6) months of hire OR MS, LMHC required within six (6) months of hire Experience with adolescents
• Demonstrates motivation to positively support agency mission, philosophy, and expectations Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to the code of ethics and standards applicable to credential and scope of practice as published by the NASW.
• Must have experience in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Trauma-Informed Care, Substance Use Prevention & Brief Intervention, Basic DBT Skills, Childhood Development, Person-Centered Care and/or Motivational Interviewing, Cultural Responsiveness (must include LGBTQ+ youth). If not had at time of hire, will receive in 6-months of hire.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Preferred:

• LCSW OR LCSW-R
• Experience with providing mental health services in a school setting

About the Agency:

The LaSalle School is a highly regarded, and nationally accredited provider of therapeutic, educational and supportive services designed to accomplish positive, personal growth and lasting change in the lives of youth and families in need. With over a third of our staff employed 10 + years with the agency, many of our employees find this work to be extremely fulfilling and choose to make this a lifelong career. Here at LaSalle, we take pride in our people who share our commitment to the core values of integrity, mutual respect, fairness, and communication. LaSalle School offers competitive compensation and benefits, excellent learning, and development opportunities.

Benefits:

Paid Time Off:

• Start at 10 days off for vacation, 13 paid holidays a year, 3 personal days, 12 sick days per year and other leave time available dependent on the circumstances.

Signing Bonus:

• $1,000 at time of hire

Benefits & Perks:

• Health/Medical Insurance - Single (LaSalle covers 100% of cost) / 2-person/family (LaSalle covers 50% of coverage)
• Dental Insurance - Single (LaSalle covers 100% of cost) / 2-person/family (LaSalle covers 50% of cost)
• Life Insurance - LaSalle covers 100% of cost at $50,000. Additional coverage can be purchased by employee at cost to employee.
• Flexible Spending and Cafeteria Plans - Employee covers 100% of cost
• Vision Insurance - Employee covers 100% of cost

• Short Term Disability - Employee covers 100% of cost
• Cancer Care and Accident Care plans - Employee covers 100% of cost
• Retirement: LaSalle covers 100% of contribution to Pension, 403b option available to staff - 100% contribution is employee responsibility
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Loan Assistance Program
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs - As a non-profit organization, LaSalle School qualifies as an organization to help college debt forgiven over the course of a set number of years--federal requirements must be meet by employee.
• During the first three to six months of employment, LaSalle will ensure that you have the necessary training, which is 100% covered by LaSalle; to be successful in the new position.
• Employee Assistance Program (Capital EAP)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,435.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Education:

• Master's (Required)

License/Certification:

• NYS LMSW/LCSW/LCSW-R/LMHC (Required)

Work Location: In person

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