In this position, this Social Worker provides evidence based mental health services with a focus in trauma informed care, harm reduction, and recovery-oriented care when addressing patient concerns related to new HIV diagnosis, struggling with an existing HIV diagnosis, depression, anxiety, self-injurious behavior, suicide concerns that can include thoughts/behaviors/attempts, psychological trauma, and areas of concern related to possible LGBTQ identity. This Social Worker contributes to the achievement of optimum health, satisfaction, and cost-effective care by addressing the behavioral, social and environmental issues which may impede care.  This position provides comprehensive psycho-social management and support to at risk patients and families through assessment, completion of letters of support for GAMST as needed, psychotherapy (individual and groups), counseling, intervention, planning, and referrals to meet the needs of patients.  Social Worker should possess knowledge of a wide range interventions and treatment modalities, such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and/or MI. This is an essential role to support the assessment of behavioral health needs of a high-risk population in the community and surrounding area served in Inclusive Health Services Clinic at Upstate.  This position is part of the interdisciplinary team that recommends and delivers appropriate therapeutic interventions in the context of both specialty and primary care. Other assigned duties and tasks are possible based upon operational needs.

M.S.W from a Social Work program accredited by the Council on Social Work (CSWE); M.S.W., L.M.S.W., L.C.S.W. or eligible, 3 years relevant post-master's experience (preferably in a hospital and/or healthcare environment) required. New M.S.W. graduates who are L.M.S.W. eligible will be considered for appointment to entry level (SL2) position at a commensurate salary after obtaining a Limited Permit. Incumbent must obtain L.M.S.W. within 12 months of receipt of limited permit.