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Social Worker (FGP) - Manhattan, Medicine-Pulmy+CCM WTC


NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Social Worker (FGP) - Manhattan, Medicine-Pulmy+CCM WTC.

In this role, the successful candidate description of the World Trade Center Health Program
The New York University Grossman School of Medicine World Trade Center Health Program Clinical Center of Excellence (NYUGSOM WTCHP CCE) is one of seven centers established by the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010 to care for 9/11 first responders.
Overview of Social Worker Position
We are seeking a full-time Licensed Social Worker to join our multi-disciplinary team. This role offers a unique opportunity to deliver evidence-based care to members of the WTC Health Program. The clinician will provide services to adult 9/11 rescue and recovery workers, participate in their annual medical monitoring exams coordinate social works services, perform related duties as part of a collaborative care team.


Job Responsibilities:



  • Formulates, develops, and implements a comprehensive psychosocial treatment plan utilizing appropriate clinical social work treatments and interventions. Documents assessment, plan, interactions, and interventions according to departmental and institutional guidelines and standards

  • Administering semi-structured clinical interviews for diagnostic and research purposes

  • Administering program questionnaires to participants in the various components of program

  • Assists in ensuring that patients receive services in accordance with program guidelines

  • Coordinates interdisciplinary information and recommendations into social work treatment plan

  • Documents all social work activities in a timely manner according to departmental protocols

  • Crisis intervention and follow-ups

  • Participates in teaching psychosocial issues related to health and illness, community resources and social work services

  • Providing program benefits education, application, VCF and other public assistance benefits

  • Patient Care Coordination and case management

  • Assist with Member Services, including addressing any member complaints and resolving issues

  • Utilized SOAR (SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery) model to support WTC Responders 

  • Other duties as assigned


Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Master's Degree in Social Work (LMSW)
Strong working knowledge of clinical social work practice, relevant medical and/or legal issues that impact patient care, and medical center resources to access and provide for patient care needs
Experience in community health outreach
Excellent Oral and Written Communications Skills
Able to Work Independently.

Required Licenses: License Master Social Worker


Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with the WTC responder population
Clinical experience in health psychology
Social work in a health care setting
Experience with unions or community-based campaigns
Familiarity with occupational health/or public health programs


Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $61,288.35 - $88,901.40 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.


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