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Social Work Assistant (BSW)

Syracuse, NY

Posted: 02/27/2025 Industry: Healthcare Job Number: 43495 Compensation: 20.00

Job Description

Job Overview – Social Work Assistant (BSW):
Step into a key role as a Social Work Assistant with our client in Syracuse, NY. Support mental health service coordination through administrative management, data tracking, and scheduling, ensuring seamless department operations. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. Assist with electronic medical records (EMR), court evaluations, and provider coordination, while maintaining compliance with regulations and quality standards.

Compensation: $20 - $24/hour
Location: Syracuse, NY
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM


Responsibilities as the Social Work Assistant:
  • Medical Records & Data Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMR), scanning client interactions, tracking progress, and ensuring compliance with record-keeping standards.
  • Court Evaluations & Legal Coordination: Schedule and coordinate 730 evaluations, liaise with courts, judges, and county staff, and manage legal documentation to facilitate timely mental health assessments.
  • Administrative & Office Support: Assist with data tracking for Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and reentry planning, while handling office tasks such as filing, ordering supplies, and ensuring an organized work environment.
  • Scheduling & Provider Coordination: Organize client appointments, manage provider schedules, and generate reports from Fusion to streamline service delivery and mental health support.
  • Departmental Assistance: Work closely with the Director of Mental Health to support departmental operations, ensuring smooth communication and coordination across teams.
Qualifications for the Social Work Assistant:
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field.
  • Experience: 1-3 years of administrative support experience, preferably in a mental health or social services setting, with familiarity in legal processes and mental health evaluations as a plus.
  • Skills: Strong multitasking abilities, attention to detail, and organizational skills to manage records, scheduling, and reporting effectively.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and EMR systems is preferred.
  • Attributes: Strong communication skills to engage with providers, clients, and legal professionals, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.
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