Caseworker

WEST SIDE FED SR.SUP • New York, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing, Inc. (WSFSSH) is a community‐based organization whose mission is to provide safe, affordable housing with supportive services within a residential setting which enhances the independence and dignity of each person. WSFSSH develops, manages, and provides housing for low‐ income older persons, many of whom live with mental illness and/or have experienced homelessness.

The Case Worker is expected to work under the guidance of the Social Worker II. They will develop 1:1 relationships with the residents which will enable them to provide a range services to the residents which enable the residents to establish and maintain safe and independent lives in the community.

Please Note: This is a full-time position (5) days a week on-site.

Requirements

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Solid organizational ability, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with data entry.
• Desire or interest in working and supporting an aging population.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in social work, Human Services, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and organized case files, records, and reports.
• Write progress notes after each resident encounter.
• Develop individualized service plans with residents.
• Draft correspondence, notices, and reminders for residents as needed.
• Complete data entry of resident progress in internal databases.
• Assist residents with general inquiries or referrals to services.
• Accompany residents to appointments or community activities as needed.
• Help facilitate social and recreational activities for residents.
• Assist in preparing materials for group sessions or workshops.
• Carry a caseload of residents who present less challenging.
• Participate in team meetings and trainings.
• Assist social workers in emergency situations as directed.
• Report urgentresidentconcernspromptly to supervising social workers.

Benefits

• Westside Federation for Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), commuter benefits and more. Voluntary benefit options and time off includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays as well as vacation and sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees