Social Worker

Selfhelp Community Services•New York, NY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Position Summary: This position will assess clients' needs and eligibility for in-home services, entitlements and benefits, supervises casework, support, volunteer and Chore staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Social Work or other related field of study.
Travel is required to client homes at various locations.
Must be able to speak Mandarin Chinese to communicate with the clients of Chinese community or have experience working with the Chinese community on social programs.

Responsibilities

Conduct intakes, provide accurate information and referrals.
Screen and assist clients with applications and re-certifications for entitlements and benefits.
Assess clients in their home, hospital, or other institutional setting as appropriate.
Advocate on behalf of clients and arrange for provision of services; develop implement and follow up on care plans.
Provide supportive counseling to clients as needed.
Maintain ongoing communication with client, family members and other collaterals as appropriate.
Maintain complete and accurate case notes utilizing the program's data system; prepare required documentation in case file within organizational time frames.
Maintain and report on statistics according to Selfhelp standards, utilizing the program's data system and other forms of record keeping as needed.
Actively participate in supervision and staff meetings and share any emergent issues with supervisor in a timely manner.
Facilitate and assist at social, recreational, and other group activities and events.
Supervise social work students (if applicable).
Adhere to organization's standards by completing annual mandatory trainings in a timely manner on topics including — but not limited to — Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, IT Security Awareness, Compliance, OSHA, HIPAA and any other training the organization may deem necessary in regard to regulatory compliance or good business practices.
Supports organization's mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers.
Adheres to the organization's policy regarding absenteeism and appearance and health and safety standards.