Per Diem Social Worker

PSS•New York, NY

About The Position

PSS is hiring a Per Diem Social Worker to coordinate supportive services for community members in the communities it serves. The role helps ensure residents can remain independent, active, and thriving in their homes and communities. The position is part-time, non-exempt, and contract, and reports directly to the Director of Community Social Services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work.
Strong program management skills.
Experience working with older adults.
Superior interpersonal and organizational skills.
Superior written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.
Availability, dependability, and willingness to be flexible.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems and think strategically.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide advocacy, support, and general case assistance, including conducting intakes and making referrals, to center members.
Collaborate with local agencies and service providers to support center members and help them access resources.
Work with center staff to coordinate support services and schedule new intakes.
Educate center members about benefits, application procedures, and their rights, and provide advocacy and follow-up when appropriate.
Document engagements with community members in detailed case notes in the Peerplace database.
Report units accurately and on time in Peerplace, including units for Telephone Reassurance and Friendly Visiting.
Coordinate with Silver Star Worker(s) to support accurate reporting and documentation of services.
Help community members build informal support networks with neighborhood residents, families, and friends.
Promote PSS and its Telephone Reassurance and Friendly Visiting services through outreach, community events, and engagement with neighborhood residents.
Communicate with the supervisor and staff in a timely manner and meet required deadlines.
Pursue and participate in opportunities for professional growth and development.
Comply with PSS personnel policy guidelines.
Attend supervision, team, and department meetings.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.