Bilingual Social Worker - ASL Required

Golden Gate Regional Center Inc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 59,826 - 79,714; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental benefits

10% employer contribution to retirement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A regional support organization in San Francisco is seeking a Bilingual Social Worker with a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field. Responsibilities include advocating for individuals with developmental disabilities, coordinating care, and ensuring compliance with state requirements. Candidates should be fluent in ASL and possess case management experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement contributions, along with generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school of social welfare or related human services field; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Fluency in ASL with thorough knowledge of technical terminology.
• Reliable transportation for regular visits to programs.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals with developmental disabilities to advocate for and secure services.
• Develop, implement, and coordinate Individual Program Plans.
• Prepare required reports and documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Fluency in ASL

Knowledge of counseling principles

Case management experience

Excellent communication

Independent work skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Bilingual Social Worker - ASL Required

Starting Salary: Bachelor's Degree $59,826 - $71,791; Master's Degree $65,929 - $79,114.

Responsibilities

• Work with individuals with developmental disabilities over 3 years old and families to advocate for and secure services.
• Participate in assessment, develop, implement, and coordinate Individual Program Plans, and complete required documentation.
• Manage a wide range of active cases requiring professional social work skills, including creative planning and acquiring services.
• Participate in ongoing social assessments, collect data for the interdisciplinary team, design, monitor, and revise program plans.
• Initiate and terminate regional center funding and ensure purchased services are delivered.
• Prepare required reports and documentation in a timely and accurate manner; maintain records in compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Advocate for individuals and families to assure receipt of entitled services, encourage participation, and review available resources.
• Initiate referrals, monitor progress of vendored services, evaluate effectiveness, and identify service gaps.
• Provide outreach services as assigned; participate in internal and community committees and task forces as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited school of social welfare or related human services field; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Fluency in ASL with thorough knowledge of technical terminology and ability to speak and understand ASL as appropriate.
• Knowledge of counseling principles, child development behavior, human growth, and family relationships.
• Case management experience strongly desired.
• Reliable transportation for regular visits to programs without advanced notice.
• Independent work skills, sound judgment, teamwork capability, excellent communication, and ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental benefits with generous employer contribution; employer-paid Life, Disability, and Vision coverage.
• 10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account.
• Time off: 13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, up to 5 paid days for continuing education.

Golden Gate Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.