Social Worker – Part- Time Westchester Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic

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Location White Plains, New York Shift: Day (United States of America) Description: Experience The Essence of Who We Are, Person-Center Care Is At Our Core Elevate your Social Work career at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and discover why we're the nation top-ranked center for Psychiatry. Social workers at NewYork-Presbyterian provide services to patients of all ages – from children to adults – who are admitted to our hospital or who are seen in our ambulatory services. As part of the health care team, professional social work staff help patients and families understand and cope with medical, psychological, and social issues related to their illness. Together, we've built a healing haven for patients. Here, you'll experience all the reasons why you entered such a rewarding field. Social Worker – Part- Time Westchester Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic Experience a place where your discipline is immensely respected. As a Social Worker in the Adult Outpatient Clinic, you will provide direct evidence-based care for adult patients with diverse mental health conditions. You will work collaboratively with psychiatrists, psychologists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated and patient-centered care. Other key clinical responsibilities include: Provide time-limited individual, group and family therapy using evidence-based practices tailored to the needs of the clinic’s patient population Develop individualized treatment plans Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care Educate patients and families about mental health diagnoses, treatment options and strategies for emotional well-being Monitor and evaluate patient progress and modify interventions as needed Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives Support crisis intervention efforts and risk assessment as needed This is a part-time position, with coverage for 21 hours/week. Monday - Friday. No weekend coverage is available. Required Criteria Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) Previous experience in a psychiatric outpatient setting Training in evidence-based treatment interventions, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Activation (BA), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Treatment for Depression (IPT), or other evidence-based therapy Competency in individual, family and group treatment modalities and treatment techniques appropriate to an outpatient treatment setting Knowledge base of bio-psychosocial model, DSM-V diagnoses, criteria for treatment of different diagnoses in an outpatient setting, behavioral risk factors and of the impact of mental illness upon individual and family functioning Knowledge of community and discharge planning resources and processes Experience using an electronic medical record Preferred Criteria Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) 3 to 5 years of experience in the treatment of adult psychiatric patients Experience with mood and anxiety disorders Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today. Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP. NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses. __________________ 2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma – Glassdoor 2026 Best Place to Work – Glassdoor 2026 America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes 2026 America’s Best-In-State Employers – Forbes 2026 America’s Dream Employers – Forbes 2026 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community – Newsweek 2026 Best Places to Work in IT - Computerworld 2025 Great Place to Work Certified 2025 Best Employers for Women – Forbes 2025 Companies that Care – People 2025 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being - Newsweek NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Salary Range: $48.45-$64.80/Hourly It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.