Senior Social Worker: Protect & Empower Vulnerable Adults

State-of-Nevad; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) in Nevada is recruiting for a Social Worker 2 in Reno to support Adult Protective Services (APS) and House & Community Base Services (HBCS). This role underfills a SW3 with APS and emphasizes case management for at-risk adults and older individuals.

Licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker and at least one year of professional experience in case management are required.

Qualifications

• Requires licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker.
• One year of professional experience in case management in a social work setting.

Responsibilities

• Determine eligibility and develop care plans; oversee home visits and assess client needs.
• Document case activity and outcomes using web-based case management software.
• Coordinate services with state agencies and community providers to prevent institutionalization.
• Provide crisis intervention and lead trainings for other staff when needed.

Skills

Licensure as Social Worker

Education

Social Work licensure

Job description

The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) in Nevada is recruiting for a Social Worker 2 in Reno to support Adult Protective Services (APS) and House & Community Base Services (HBCS). This role underfills a SW3 with APS and emphasizes case management for at-risk adults and older individuals.

Licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker and at least one year of professional experience in case management are required.