$55,000 - $60,000 yearly
Amethyst House
NY, USA
*POSITION SUMMARY*: Direct contact with clients to provide counseling, referrals and gather data essential to the client’s well being. *COORDINATION:* *SHALL (BE):* * Conduct individual, group and family counseling. * Establish rapport and promote therapeutic trust with patients. * Perform essential data gathering / intake activities; perform outreach and referral work; serve as liaison with community agencies. * Have an understanding of social work philosophy, social work goals and practices consistent with being a staff social worker. * Have the ability to use oneself in a disciplinary manner. * Knowledgeable of drug abuser and services needed; establish rapport with patients; inspire confidence, determination and trust in clients. * Knowledgeable of modern therapeutic methods, theories, and practices of social work. * Have the ability to listen, understand and appreciate the client. *EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS:* * Must be a NYS Licensed Social Worker; LMSW, LCSW...