WEST SIDE FED SR.SUP·New York
The Social Worker I provides comprehensive social work services to senior residents to help them maintain safe and independent lifestyles. Key duties include crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, and coordinating medical and mental health services.
Job Type: Full Time
$57,000-64.000
FLSA: Exempt
EEO: Professionals
Revised on: Date Created 11/14/2025
The mission of WSFSSH is to provide safe, affordable, senior housing that integrates compassionate property management with supportive services to enhance the independence and dignity of each resident. WSFSSH creates and preserves affordable housing while supporting the development of healthy neighborhoods.
1 relationships with the residents. This relationship will enable the Social Worker I to provide a comprehensive range of social work services to the residents and enable the residents to establish and maintain safe and independent lifestyles in the community.
WSFSSH strongly supports M.S.W. level social workers obtaining their licensing. We offer study groups for staff who are preparing to take their exam. WSFSSH will also pay for a study course if needed, and pays for up to 2 licensing exams, as well as registration/licensing fees.
Once a MSW staff member has obtained their LMSW, WSFSSH will cover reasonably priced CEU credits in order to meet licensing requirements. In addition, WSFSSH will provide weekly clinical supervision by a LCSW, and because WSFSSH is a waivered agency with the NYS Education Department, a LMSW's work experience will count towards their LCSW. Typically, after 3 years of full time employment, a LMSW will be eligible to apply for their LCSW. Similarly, WSFSSH will cover testing and licensing fees to obtain the clinical license, and when LCSW is obtained, WSFSSH will cover the cost of CEUs to maintain the license.
Job duties & responsibilities
Assist residents with:
Obtaining and maintaining appropriate medical and mental health services, entitlements and home care.
Establishing and/or maintaining family and social relationships
Budgeting, income maintenance etc. to ensure on-time payment of rent
Money management
Provide:
Crisis intervention services as needed
Client appointment escorts as needed
Individual counseling
Through in-house and community referrals, assist residents in participating in socialization activities.
Follow up with resident and other service providers during out of facility stays such as hospitalizations and/or short-term rehabilitation placements.
Oversee the discharge planning process for residents as applicable, including the completion of all necessary discharge forms and/or applications to other facilities.
Provision of group work services for residents, including recreational, educational and/or clinical group work.
Participate in the intake process of prospective residents as assigned.
Share information about resident progress, needs, and problems with other staff as appropriate, guided by the WSFSSH Confidentiality Policy.
Complete non-reportable and reportable incident reports as assigned.
Maintain competency in software and data bases as required.
Implement emergency procedures as necessary.
Attend supervision meetings, team meetings and staff meetings.
Maintain thorough case records, including case notes, support plans and psychosocial histories within the time frames required by WSFSSH and the contract/regulatory agencies where applicable.
Other duties as assigned.
Westside Federation of Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (B) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Short-term and Long- term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) commuter benefits and more. Voluntary benefit options and Time Off that includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays, accrued Vacation and Sick Time.
EEO Policy or Statement
WSFSSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based upon employees’ qualifications without discrimination, on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Monday - Friday 8am-4pm 35
Requires an MSW or MA in a human services field with at least two years of social work experience. Fluency in English is required, with a preference for experience working with older adults and those with mental illness or substance use issues.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.
