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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Social Worker / Mental Health Counselor
Reports to: Program Director, Columbus YABC High School
Location: 925 Astor Ave, Bronx, NY 10469
Hours: 35 Hours/Week; Exempt
Schedule: M-Th (1pm-9pm) F (8a-4p)
Salary: MSW - $58,000 - $65,000
LMSW - $61,000 - $72,000
LCSW - $64,500 - $75,500
Job Summary:
The Social Worker provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, attendance outreach, and workshops to young adults and assists in implementing other aspects of the Program; collaborate extensively with Department of Education (DOE) teachers and administrators.
Major Duties
- Provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention as needed.
- Provide initial intake, assessment, planning and ongoing case management with students.
- Assist students in attending school regularly through identifying obstacles and connecting with resources as well as conducting home visits.
- Plan and coordinate with other Good Shepherd Services team members and relevant school staff.
- Facilitate case consultations with the Advocate Counselors, Internship Coordinators and DOE staff.
- Work with families and DOE staff to assist students in achieving goals.
- Perform statistical, narrative and record keeping duties as required.
- Assist in carrying out other aspects of the program including recognition events, trips and leadership activities.
- Conduct workshops on healthy relationships, dating violence, nutrition and other relevant topics.
- Develop resources and linkages to meet student needs.
- Participate in agency-wide workgroups.
- Attend continuing education workshops and trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Art/Music Therapy or other related counseling field required. Relevant Licensure preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Must have experience working with adolescents/young adults individually and in groups.
- Prior experience in a school setting preferred.
- Must be able to work evenings.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to work cohesively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
- Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth, family and community development perspective.
Title: Social Worker / Mental Health Counselor
Reports to: Program Director, Columbus YABC High School
Location: 925 Astor Ave, Bronx, NY 10469
Hours: 35 Hours/Week; Exempt
Schedule: M-Th (1pm-9pm) F (8a-4p)
Salary: MSW - $58,000 - $65,000
LMSW - $61,000 - $72,000
LCSW - $64,500 - $75,500
Job Summary:
The Social Worker provides individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, attendance outreach, and workshops to young adults and assists in implementing other aspects of the Program; collaborate extensively with Department of Education (DOE) teachers and administrators.
Major Duties
- Provide individual and group counseling and crisis intervention as needed.
- Provide initial intake, assessment, planning and ongoing case management with students.
- Assist students in attending school regularly through identifying obstacles and connecting with resources as well as conducting home visits.
- Plan and coordinate with other Good Shepherd Services team members and relevant school staff.
- Facilitate case consultations with the Advocate Counselors, Internship Coordinators and DOE staff.
- Work with families and DOE staff to assist students in achieving goals.
- Perform statistical, narrative and record keeping duties as required.
- Assist in carrying out other aspects of the program including recognition events, trips and leadership activities.
- Conduct workshops on healthy relationships, dating violence, nutrition and other relevant topics.
- Develop resources and linkages to meet student needs.
- Participate in agency-wide workgroups.
- Attend continuing education workshops and trainings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Art/Music Therapy or other related counseling field required. Relevant Licensure preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Must have experience working with adolescents/young adults individually and in groups.
- Prior experience in a school setting preferred.
- Must be able to work evenings.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to work cohesively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
- Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth, family and community development perspective.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Social Work Jobs at Good Shepherd Services Jobs
Get Your MSW Licensure Process Started Early
New York requires an LMSW or LCSW for most clinical social work roles. Start your licensure application as soon as you have your degree in hand, since delays can affect your start date and complicate visa filing timelines.
Target Community Program Roles Specifically
Good Shepherd Services staffs social workers across foster care, youth development, and family support programs. Applying to roles that match your direct practice experience narrows the field and signals a genuine fit to hiring managers reviewing your application.
Use OPT or CPT to Build Your Case File
If you're on F-1 status, completing a supervised field placement or internship at a Healthcare and Medical Services organization builds the documented clinical hours many states require for licensure and strengthens a future H-1B sponsorship request.
Ask HR About the LCA Filing Step Directly
Before an H-1B petition is filed with USCIS, your employer must get a Labor Condition Application certified by the DOL. Asking Good Shepherd Services HR about this step upfront shows preparation and helps you track where the process stands.
Browse Open Roles Before Reaching Out
Search for Social Work positions at Good Shepherd Services on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for employers with visa sponsorship history. Applying through a targeted list means you're spending time on roles where sponsorship is a realistic outcome.
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Find Social Work at Good Shepherd Services JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Good Shepherd Services sponsor H-1B visas for Social Workers?
Good Shepherd Services does sponsor work visas for Social Work roles, including H-1B1 for eligible nationals. Social work qualifies as a specialty occupation under USCIS rules when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in social work or a directly related field. Confirming the specific visa pathway that applies to your nationality and status is a practical first conversation to have with the HR team during the offer stage.
How do I apply for Social Work jobs at Good Shepherd Services?
Browse open Social Work positions at Good Shepherd Services through Migrate Mate, which surfaces roles at employers with a verified visa sponsorship history. When you apply, tailor your resume to the specific program area, whether that's foster care, family support, or youth services, and indicate your visa status clearly in your application so the hiring team can plan accordingly from the start.
Which visa types does Good Shepherd Services use for Social Work roles?
Good Shepherd Services has sponsored social workers on H-1B1, TN, J-1, and F-1 OPT or CPT, depending on the candidate's nationality and current immigration status. TN is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying social work roles. J-1 is common for training or exchange-based placements. F-1 OPT and CPT work for students actively completing or recently finishing an accredited social work program.
What qualifications does Good Shepherd Services expect for Social Work positions?
Most roles require a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program, and clinical positions typically require New York State LMSW licensure at minimum. Relevant experience in child welfare, community mental health, or family services aligns well with the populations Good Shepherd Services serves. Candidates with supervised clinical hours and documented practice in underserved communities are consistently competitive for these positions.
How do I plan my timeline if I need visa sponsorship for a Social Work role?
For H-1B pathways, factor in the DOL Labor Condition Application process before USCIS filing, which adds several weeks to the overall timeline. If you're on F-1 OPT, your 60-day grace period after program completion is not work-authorized, so securing an offer and initiating sponsorship before OPT expires is critical. Starting the conversation with Good Shepherd Services HR about sponsorship during the offer stage, not after, gives both sides enough lead time to file correctly.
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