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Social Worker - NORC Fresh Meadows

Selfhelp Community Services

#Care Plans #HIPAA #OSHA #Case Notes #Social Work #Community Services #Geriatric Care #Entitlements #Client Advocacy

Quick overview

Provides assessment, counseling, and services coordination for geriatric clients to help them manage life situations and access community resources. Responsibilities include conducting intakes, developing care plans, and maintaining accurate case notes in the program's data system.

Requirements summary

A bachelor's degree is required, while a Master of Social Work (MSW) is preferred. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

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Job description

Position Summary

Provides assessment, services coordination, and counseling to geriatric clients eligible for receiving multi‑services in the community and, in general aides clients in managing life situations; e.g. budget, medical care, shelter, recreational and educational activities, social services and health programs.

Principal 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 regards 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 in regards to absenteeism and appearance and health and safety standards

Salary Range

$50,000 - $62,400 per year commensurate with experience.

Job Competencies &

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors required; MSW preferred
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other technology
Excellent communication and listening skills
Excellent customer service skills with a focus on treating clients with respect and dignity
Able to multi-task and work independently with a great attention to detail

Working Conditions/Physical Demand
Business office environment with phone and computer use, travel via public transportation.