Social Service Specialist

Kin On; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kin On seeks a Social Service Specialist to promote and implement the Social Service Department's programs and services. The role involves outreach, information and assistance, home visits, and client assessments to coordinate care plans.

Responsibilities include facilitating workshops, coordinating community education events, documenting activities, and ensuring compliance with government regulations while collaborating across departments to advance Kin On’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, health or related fields required.
• 1 year of work experience in social or health service.
• Bilingual in English and Chinese preferred.
• Driver's license, auto insurance, access to a vehicle and willingness to drive.
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Promote and implement the program and services of the Social Service Department.
• Perform community outreach and information assistance; conduct home visits and client assessments.
• Coordinate and deliver service and care planning; document activities and outcomes.
• Facilitate workshops and support groups; educate community events.
• Collaborate with departments to promote Kin On’s mission and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Public speaking/ workshop facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, human services, health or related fields

Job description

The Social Service Specialist is responsible for promoting and implementing the program and services of the Social Service Department.

Role And Responsibilities

• Key roles and responsibilities may cover the following areas:
  • Community outreach
  • Information and assistance
  • Home visits
  • Client assessment
  • Service/care consultation
  • Service coordination
  • Develops service or care plan
  • Documentation
  • Facilitates workshop and support group
  • Coordinates and conducts community education events
  • Supports department’s social media information and support platforms
  • Attends relevant trainings
  • Collaborates with other departments to promote the cause and mission of Kin On
  • Participates in department or business-related meetings
  • Ensures services to follow best practice and all applicable government regulations
  • Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work, human services, health or related fields.
• 1 years of work experience in social or health service.
• Bilingual in English and Chinese preferred.
• Has a valid Washington State Driver's license, auto insurance, access to a vehicle and willing to drive.
• Legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge in social services
• Has the required certification to provide services (i.e. workshop) based on program stipulations
• High level of professionalism, and ability to balance urgency and decisiveness with patience and compassion
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, characterized by presence, respect for others, good listening skills, clear verbal, written and thinking skills, open minded and has the ability to think independently
• Strong project management skills, effective organizational skills, business acumen, including strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and analysis with high attention to detail
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various stakeholders and audience
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with a focus on completing tasks within a timely manner
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships throughout all levels of the organization
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse workforce

Compensation And Benefits

• Pay: $23.00/hour - $27.00/hour
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance plans (Full time eligible)
• Life insurance (Full time eligible)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid holidays: 7 days
• Paid vacations: 1.54 hours for every 40 hours worked
• Paid sick leave: 1.24 hours for every 40 hours worked

Working Environment

Work is performed in a typical office environment and off-site that may include but not limited to senior center, public housing, medical setting, and client’s residence. May need to drive.