Abbott House Hiring for Social Worker at Richmond Hill, New York Full Time

About Abbott HouseAbbott 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 SummaryThe social worker provides comprehensive case management services to the residents’ in care.Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain case files of residents’ intake, medical, behavioral and legal documentationWrite comprehensive adjustment reports for residents’ upcoming court date which reflects their progress in detention and relationships with peers and staffMaintain log book of all residents who enter the facilityHold weekly individual sessions with each residentHold weekly group sessions with all residentsMaintain documentation regarding visitation, medication administration, and phone calls made by residentsImplement a behavior system and address maladaptive behaviors appropriatelyMake 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 progressMaintain weekly documentation of case record reviewingAttend monthly meetings for case managersCollaborate with director and house supervisor to maintain communication of facility occurrencesAttend school provider meetings monthlyWork closely with supervisor to maintain a healthy culture between staff and residentsEstablishes and maintains relationships with all family and collaterals; assesses child and family needs, provides home visits; assists families with securing entitlements and support servicesScheduling visits if ordered by court orderParticipates in intake, treatment and discharge planningEstablishes and maintains liaisons with all case related collateralsParticipates in residence community meetings and other residence activitiesAny other related duties as requiredEducational RequirementsMaster’s Degree in Social Work required.What We Offer:Health InsuranceDental insuranceLife InsuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountPaid time offRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insuranceProfessional growth opportunitiesEmployee Recognition Awards