Synagogue Partnership Social Worker

DOROT, Inc. • New York, NY

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

DOROT is seeking a Synagogue Partnership Social Worker to join their team. This role is part of the Constituent & Community Services (CCS) department, which provides supportive services to older adults to help them age in place and build social connections. The Synagogue Partnership Program (SPP) specifically enhances synagogues' relationships with their older congregants by offering expertise on aging needs and social work support. The Synagogue Partnership Social Worker will serve as a vital link between DOROT and the Jewish community, fostering partnerships with synagogues and ensuring older adult congregants benefit from DOROT's expertise and programming. The ideal candidate is a resourceful, confident, and creative team member with strong clinical skills and experience in community building.

Requirements

• LMSW or Licensed Mental Health Clinician required
• A minimum of 4 years of professional relevant work experience preferred
• Deep knowledge of and experience with issues and resources that relate to and help meet the needs of older adults and caregivers, particularly in New York City
• Fundamental understanding of how professional and lay synagogue leaders function and support congregants and other constituents
• A self-starter who takes initiative and has a successful track record in working both independently and as part of a team
• Passion and sensitivity for DOROT’s Mission and the particular needs of Manhattan’s Jewish communities
• Strong interpersonal, clinical, group facilitation, and presentation skills
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Salesforce or a similar constituent management system/database and experience with Canva a plus
• Availability to work approximately 8 Sundays and/or work nights per year for programs or events
• This position requires use of public transportation for occasional visits to older adults’ homes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with volunteers a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach calls and home visits to older adults and caregivers, providing support based on unique needs.
• Complete comprehensive psycho-social assessments and provide case assistance, supportive counseling, and information and referrals.
• Serve as a liaison to nine synagogue partners, promoting DOROT's awareness, creating program opportunities, and contributing to strategic growth.
• Carry a caseload of a minimum of 20 Friendly Visiting matches.
• Work with rabbis, synagogue staff, and lay leaders on issues related to older adults and caregivers.
• Stay up to date on relevant issues related to aging in the community.
• Collaborate on presentations to synagogue communities related to aging, social isolation, and other relevant topics.
• Lead or co-lead support groups on issues of social isolation, bereavement, caregiving, and other relevant topics.
• Support lay leaders in synagogue caring committees.
• Enter and maintain case assessment and client interactions using DOROT's online database (Salesforce).
• Provide Information & Referral helpline coverage as needed.
• Represent DOROT at community outreach events, networking opportunities, conferences, and synagogue events.
• Collaborate with peers and other departments to enhance agency goals and impact.
• Assist with writing, developing, and distributing materials to promote the SPP.
• Special projects and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous time off (20 days of vacation, 10 paid Federal holidays, up to 13 paid Jewish holidays, early office closures on Fridays)
• Fully paid Parental Leave
• Other generous Leave policies
• Medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, life insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan immediately upon hire
• Discretionary quarterly contributions to eligible employees’ 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan after 2 years of service
• Travel expenses are covered by DOROT

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level