Social Worker - Bilingual

Lower Eastside Service Center·New York

$60,000 - $64,000/yrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 6 days ago

Practice for this role

Social Worker - Bilingual · $60,000 - $64,000/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-1% vs. median posted salary for behavioral health roles in New York ($60,660, n=3638)

$2,000 · p10p90 · $84,500,000

this role: $60,000median $60,660

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 3,638 posted behavioral health roles in New York salarys. This role sits in the 49th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 1% below the New York median for behavioral health roles.

The Social Worker will provide trauma-sensitive case management using a harm reduction model, including conducting bio-psycho-social assessments and developing individualized service plans. They will also coordinate care with on-site specialists and provide individual and group therapy to support tenant housing stability.

Description Bilingual English/Spanish is required.

Basic function

The Social Worker will develop services using the Harm Reduction model of care which emphasizes tenant’s choice in the delivery of services in which sobriety as well as tenant’s engagement in services is supported but not required in providing overall trauma sensitive case management services, including assessing and treatment planning linkages and referrals to services.

Major duties

· Conduct complete bio-psycho-social assessment that includes areas of substance use, health, mental health, relationship abuse, social services, family, schooling and work. · Coordinate services with on-site Health Coordinator, Substance Use Specialist, Vocational Educational Specialist, and outside providers. · With appropriate written consents liaison with tenant’s treatment providers in coordinating services. · Complete individualize service plans with clearly stated goals and outcomes designed to support tenants in maintaining housing · In consultation with tenants, provide case management services on daily living skills, crisis intervention, financial management skills, substance use, mental health, public benefits and entitlements advocacy. · Help in establishing household and any other services in support of the tenant’s housing stability · Provide individual and group therapy to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes. · Performs all related duties, as assigned, or unrelated duties, as assigned.

Schedule

M-F 9:00AM-5:00PM
RATE: $60,000 - $64,000 / year dependent on experience
LOCATION: Bronx, NY 10456

We offer excellent benefits including

Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Discounted Commuter benefits Life insurance & Long term disability Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program Training and other additional voluntary benefits To join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume/application submission. Please visit us at www.lesc.org EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vet

Requirements

QUALIFICATION - EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Bilingual English/Spanish is required. MSW, MHC, MPA, MPH, MA in Psychology or MS in Human Services required. Must have experience in therapeutic intervention, an understanding in utilizing community resources and working with individuals that have been homeless and identified of having a history of substance use.

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $60,000 - $64,000/yr
Location: New York
Posted: Sep 3, 2026
Application: Employer website

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