About Abbott House

Abbott House is an innovative community-based organization that helps children, families, adults and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with complex needs build lasting foundations for a promising future. We operate programs in the New York Metropolitan area and Hudson Valley.

Job Summary

The social worker provides comprehensive case management services to the residents’ in care.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain case files of residents’ intake, medical, behavioral and legal documentation
• Write comprehensive adjustment reports for residents’ upcoming court date which reflects their progress in detention and relationships with peers and staff
• Maintain log book of all residents who enter the facility
• Hold weekly individual sessions with each resident
• Hold weekly group sessions with all residents
• Maintain documentation regarding visitation, medication administration, and phone calls made by residents
• Implement a behavior system and address maladaptive behaviors appropriately
• Make bi weekly visits to school and build relationships with teachers, faculty, social work team, and leadership (principals, assistant principals, NSD liaison, etc.)
• Build relationships with parents and keep them informed of child’s progress
• Maintain weekly documentation of case record reviewing
• Attend monthly meetings for case managers
• Collaborate with director and house supervisor to maintain communication of facility occurrences
• Attend school provider meetings monthly
• Work closely with supervisor to maintain a healthy culture between staff and residents
• Establishes and maintains relationships with all family and collaterals; assesses child and family needs, provides home visits; assists families with securing entitlements and support services
• Scheduling visits if ordered by court order
• Participates in intake, treatment and discharge planning
• Establishes and maintains liaisons with all case related collaterals
• Participates in residence community meetings and other residence activities
• Any other related duties as required

Educational Requirements

Master’s Degree in Social Work required.

What We Offer:

• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Professional growth opportunities
• Employee Recognition Awards

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Richmond Hill, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Social work: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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