Social Worker

Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.

Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Social Worker, LMSW

We seek a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker to provide clinical support to individuals enrolled in our Career Access Program. The Clinician will play a critical role in supporting participants' emotional well-being, addressing mental health concerns, and ensuring their success in the program. The ideal candidate will have experience in counseling, mental health support, and working with individuals with disabilities.

Career Access program is a community outreach initiative designed to offer vocational rehabilitation services to individuals with disabilities.

Location: Bronx, NY 10455

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in social work or Mental Health Counseling,
• Currently licensed (LMHC or LMSW).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing clinical counseling services, with a preference for experience in vocational rehabilitation or working with individuals with disabilities.  

Social Worker LMSW Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling to clients in the Career Access Program.
• Assess and address mental health concerns that may impact the client’s ability to engage in vocational training and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic modalities (e.g., Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PET) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to support clients preferred.
• Work closely with the certified rehabilitation counselor, economic empowerment specialists, and other program staff to ensure holistic client support.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more!

To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.  Apply today!