Empowering Resident Services Social Worker

City of Newark Housing Authority; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Newark Housing Authority is seeking a Social Worker to provide essential guidance to residents, helping them navigate social services and resources to improve their quality of life.

You will advocate for residents, connect them with housing, healthcare, and social services, and deliver programs that support overall community well-being. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience in social work.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of social work principles and ethics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience managing multiple cases with diverse clients.
• Proficient with case management software.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents' social, emotional, and economic needs to build personalized plans.
• Coordinate with community organizations to connect residents with services.
• Advocate for residents' rights within the Housing Authority and community.
• Lead workshops to improve life skills and self-sufficiency.
• Monitor and adjust support plans to achieve outcomes.
• Maintain confidential records of interventions and interactions.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Collaborate with staff for holistic resident support.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Case management

Organizational skills

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field

Job description

The City of Newark Housing Authority is seeking a Social Worker to provide essential guidance to residents, helping them navigate social services and resources to improve their quality of life.

You will advocate for residents, connect them with housing, healthcare, and social services, and deliver programs that support overall community well-being. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience in social work.