Clinical Social Worker Jobs in New York
Clinical Social Worker jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, community mental health centers, school-based programs, and child welfare agencies, with openings from entry-level positions through senior clinical directors. New York City, Albany, and Buffalo are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like NYC Health + Hospitals, Northwell Health, and Catholic Charities. The most in-demand specialties are behavioral health, child and family services, and substance use disorder treatment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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THE ORGANIZATION
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement (Riis Settlement), a community-based non-profit organization offering comprehensive services to the youth, adults, older adults, immigrants and families of Western Queens, is dedicated to civic engagement and organizing as integral to our mission “to build and strengthen underserved communities and act as a catalyst for change.” For more information about Jacob A Riis Neighborhood Settlement, please view our website at www.riissettlement.org
JOB SUMMARY
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) provides clinical and programmatic support to participants, families, and staff across agency programs. The LCSW is responsible for conducting short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and staff training to promote the social-emotional well-being of participants. This position requires experience in school-based, behavioral health, or family service settings, as well as expertise in trauma-informed care and mental health resource coordination.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Direct Services & Clinical Support
- Provide short-term counseling and case support to participants and families, utilizing trauma-informed, strengths-based, and motivational interviewing approaches.
- Conduct crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed, ensuring participant and staff safety.
- Develop and implement customized crisis navigation plans for program sites.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all participant interactions and referrals.
- Collect and enter de-identified, aggregate data on mental health referrals to assess participant needs and inform program planning.
Training & Capacity Building
- Train and support staff on topics including mental health diagnoses, symptoms, behavioral indicators, and available community resources.
- Provide consultation to staff on effective engagement strategies for participants with mental health or behavioral challenges and develop tools to support consistent use of these strategies across programs.
- Support program teams in implementing trauma-informed practices and de-escalation techniques.
- Identify and work with part-time social work interns, providing guidance and support to ensure alignment with program goals and participant needs.
Resource Coordination & DYCD Support
- Submit requests for resources and supports to DYCD on an ongoing basis to ensure participant needs are met in a timely manner.
- Coordinate with DYCD for additional supports such as transportation assistance, paraprofessionals, nurses, or other staffing needs.
- Build and maintain partnerships with local mental health providers and community-based organizations to facilitate referrals and service access.
- Maintain biweekly communication with the school guidance team to coordinate services, share updates, and ensure participant needs are being met.
Collaboration & Compliance
- Collaborate with program leadership to ensure services align with agency standards and DYCD contractual requirements.
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities.
- Adhere to all agency, DYCD, and HIPAA confidentiality and documentation standards.
STATEMENT OF SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York State.
- Minimum 2-3 years of post-graduate experience in a school, behavioral health, or family service setting.
- SIFI certification is a plus.
- Experience working with individuals and families with mental health diagnoses.
- Proven ability to conduct short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and use trauma-informed and motivational interviewing approaches.
- Experience training staff on mental health topics and community resource navigation.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team within a diverse community setting.
- Maintain consistency and accuracy in data collection and entry to support program evaluation and compliance reporting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows, and database management.
Benefits:
- Generous Paid Time Off package of 13 holidays, 12 sick days, 10 days of vacation, and 6 personal days.
- Retirement plan with 50% employer match up to 6% of total salary
- Student Loan Assistance and Education Assistance
- Health, Dental, Vision, LTD, AD&D and Life Insurance
- EAP Services
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
Pay: $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
THE ORGANIZATION
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement (Riis Settlement), a community-based non-profit organization offering comprehensive services to the youth, adults, older adults, immigrants and families of Western Queens, is dedicated to civic engagement and organizing as integral to our mission “to build and strengthen underserved communities and act as a catalyst for change.” For more information about Jacob A Riis Neighborhood Settlement, please view our website at www.riissettlement.org
JOB SUMMARY
The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) provides clinical and programmatic support to participants, families, and staff across agency programs. The LCSW is responsible for conducting short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and staff training to promote the social-emotional well-being of participants. This position requires experience in school-based, behavioral health, or family service settings, as well as expertise in trauma-informed care and mental health resource coordination.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Direct Services & Clinical Support
- Provide short-term counseling and case support to participants and families, utilizing trauma-informed, strengths-based, and motivational interviewing approaches.
- Conduct crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed, ensuring participant and staff safety.
- Develop and implement customized crisis navigation plans for program sites.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all participant interactions and referrals.
- Collect and enter de-identified, aggregate data on mental health referrals to assess participant needs and inform program planning.
Training & Capacity Building
- Train and support staff on topics including mental health diagnoses, symptoms, behavioral indicators, and available community resources.
- Provide consultation to staff on effective engagement strategies for participants with mental health or behavioral challenges and develop tools to support consistent use of these strategies across programs.
- Support program teams in implementing trauma-informed practices and de-escalation techniques.
- Identify and work with part-time social work interns, providing guidance and support to ensure alignment with program goals and participant needs.
Resource Coordination & DYCD Support
- Submit requests for resources and supports to DYCD on an ongoing basis to ensure participant needs are met in a timely manner.
- Coordinate with DYCD for additional supports such as transportation assistance, paraprofessionals, nurses, or other staffing needs.
- Build and maintain partnerships with local mental health providers and community-based organizations to facilitate referrals and service access.
- Maintain biweekly communication with the school guidance team to coordinate services, share updates, and ensure participant needs are being met.
Collaboration & Compliance
- Collaborate with program leadership to ensure services align with agency standards and DYCD contractual requirements.
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities.
- Adhere to all agency, DYCD, and HIPAA confidentiality and documentation standards.
STATEMENT OF SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York State.
- Minimum 2-3 years of post-graduate experience in a school, behavioral health, or family service setting.
- SIFI certification is a plus.
- Experience working with individuals and families with mental health diagnoses.
- Proven ability to conduct short-term counseling, crisis intervention, and use trauma-informed and motivational interviewing approaches.
- Experience training staff on mental health topics and community resource navigation.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team within a diverse community setting.
- Maintain consistency and accuracy in data collection and entry to support program evaluation and compliance reporting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Windows, and database management.
Benefits:
- Generous Paid Time Off package of 13 holidays, 12 sick days, 10 days of vacation, and 6 personal days.
- Retirement plan with 50% employer match up to 6% of total salary
- Student Loan Assistance and Education Assistance
- Health, Dental, Vision, LTD, AD&D and Life Insurance
- EAP Services
Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
Pay: $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical social worker jobs across New York.
- Active New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential required
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required
- Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans independently
- Strong knowledge of New York State mandatory reporting laws and ethical guidelines
Clinical Social Worker Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical social worker in New York?
To become a licensed clinical social worker in New York, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, complete the supervised post-graduate hours required by the New York State Education Department, and pass the ASWB Clinical examination. The New York State Education Department's Office of the Professions oversees LCSW licensure and processes applications. Many candidates begin as a Licensed Master Social Worker while accumulating the supervised hours needed for the LCSW.
Which companies hire clinical social workers in New York?
Employers hiring clinical social workers in New York right now include Optum, Nao Medical, and LifeStance Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's concentration of large hospital networks, nonprofit community health organizations, and public agencies like the Administration for Children's Services means consistent openings across a wide range of settings and specialties.
Which New York cities have the most clinical social worker jobs?
New York, Bronx, and New York State have the most clinical social worker openings in New York. New York City drives the bulk of demand because of its dense network of hospital systems, community mental health clinics, and child welfare agencies, while Albany and Buffalo contribute openings tied to state government programs, regional hospital systems, and nonprofit behavioral health providers serving upstate populations.
Are there remote clinical social worker jobs in New York?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because clinical social work often involves in-person assessment, crisis intervention, and hands-on case management. About 53% of clinical social worker openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. Telehealth therapy and outpatient counseling roles are the areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements in New York.
How can I get hired as a clinical social worker in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a Licensed Master Social Worker position while completing your post-graduate supervised hours toward the LCSW. Large New York employers like NYC Health + Hospitals and Northwell Health regularly hire LMSW-level clinicians into their residency and training programs. Case manager and crisis counselor roles at community mental health organizations are common lateral entry points, and completing your LMSW before graduating gives you a measurable edge in a competitive market.
Where can I find and apply to clinical social worker jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to clinical social worker jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings across hospital systems, nonprofits, schools, and government agencies. Find roles that fit your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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