Social Worker (Co-Occurring Mental Health and ...

We are seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our team in providing therapeutic services to individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. In this role, the clinician will conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide both individual and group therapy using evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, relapse-prevention, and trauma-informed approaches. The position involves close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team—including psychiatry, nursing, case management, and peer specialists—to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. The social worker will also support harm-reduction strategies, engage clients across various stages of change, respond to crises as needed, and maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation. Ideal candidates will bring experience working with co-occurring populations, strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and an LMSW/LCSW). This full-time role offers opportunities for training, supervision, and ongoing professional development.Job Responsibilities:Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical psychosocial educational safety and age-related criteria pertinent to the patients served in his/her assigned area.Performs thorough initial and ongoing assessments of patients at intake and/or during the course of treatment.Demonstrates knowledge and skill required to provide accurate assessments and diagnosis.Performs thorough treatment and crisis volves family and or/significant others when indicated in order to provide comprehensive care.Requests consultation when necessary from treatment team psychiatrist or nurse practitioner.Reports child abuse/neglect when indicated.Maintains productivity level.Attends required meetings and is responsible for follow-up of directives given at meetings.Able to provide case management (assess and refer clients to educational vocational housing services other resources and support systems) when indicated.Monitor’s patient appropriately commensurate with the level of pletes all documentation in compliance with clinic hospital and regulatory agency standards (, Safe Act reporting completion of progress notes). Please specify the areas that might need improvement:Develops initial and treatment plan reviews two weeks before due date and involves clients in the individualized treatment-planning process.Responds in a timely manner with the supervisor’s recommendations stated on the weekly chart review tools in order to correct identified deficiencies related to OMH and JCAHO compliance standards.Seeks out supervisor for assistance on difficult clinical situations when necessary and as appropriate.Attends professional conferences and trainings to enhance clinical skills.Is able to identify risk factors for suicide/ violence and responds appropriately.Performs Suicide/Violence Risk Assessments and Safety Plans monthly or as needed in accordance with clinic policy.Provides outreach and engagement on a timely basis and commensurate to level of risk.Reports incidents and serious events to a supervisor or administration in a timely manner.Provides a prompt response to both email and in-person requests from supervisors administrative leadership and the Quality Assurance Team.Demonstrates interest and a positive response to feedback in areas related to improvement in job dutiesDemonstrates effective planning and organizational skills to manage scheduling prioritize responsibilities and preparing for deadlines.Minimum Qualifications:To qualify you must have a Masters degree in social workLicensed Social Worker NYS (LMSW or LCSW). Required Licenses: Lic Master Social WorkerPreferred Qualifications:At least 1 year of experience working in an outpatient behavioral health setting is highly preferred.Prior experience working with patients with co-occurring substance use disorders.Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, Mandarin or Cantonese is preferred.Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. Family Health Centers at NYU Langone provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. Family Health Centers at NYU Langone is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.

Created: 2026-02-06