Position Title Position ID Sector Social Worker 22-03-10002 Social Work Reports to Employment Type Location Manager, Community Health Independent Contractor Brooklyn, NY (Sunset Park) About AMPHS Academy of Medical & Public Health Services (AMPHS) is a Brooklyn-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to accessing healthcare for immigrants and other underserved communities in NYC. Every year, we proudly serve and connect more than 10,000 New Yorkers to healthcare systems. For more information, please visit www.amphsonline.org or follow our work at www.facebook.com/AMPHS.NYC. Position Description The Social Worker is responsible for providing counseling and case management services to Chinese, Spanish and Arabic-speaking immigrant populations in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. In addition to offering regular social work counseling, AMPHS’ unique, integrated programming model also enables community members to receive direct social service counseling during seasonal community screening events and in coordination with our literacy programs. Social work services are currently being offered in-person and remotely. Primary Responsibilities: Provide support in healthcare navigation and care coordination. Provide culturally-appropriate direct services, such as social work counseling and case management, working closely with AMPHS health services team to address social determinants of health. Provide ongoing follow-up, motivational interviewing, and goal-setting with community members, while monitoring and evaluating progress and modifying treatment plans accordingly. Coach community members in effective management of their chronic health conditions and self-care. Coordinate with community partners to advocate for families and refer to specialized services, such as medical and mental health care, legal services, educational programs, and nutritional assistance. Develop literature for social service outreach and education. Facilitate workshops and support groups (e.g. self-care support group, health access workshops, etc.) Assess and intervene in domestic violence and child abuse situations. Manage a regularly assigned caseload of community members at AMPHS open hours and record care management information in EMR system no later than 24 hours after contact. May be required to perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: LMSW or LCSW required. Oral and written fluency in Chinese or Spanish and English required. Prior social work experience in a multicultural, community-based setting for at least 1-2 years preferred. Basic computer skills and knowledge in Microsoft software. Good communication skills, such as listening well, and using language appropriately. Ability and willingness to provide emotional support and motivation to patients. Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $60,000 - 65,000, commensurate with experience There are opportunities to learn from industry experts to help you advance in the field of public health, health policy, immigration and nonprofit administration. To Apply Please submit a copy of your cover letter, resume, and license or current transcript to [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling first-come, first-serve basis.