Social Work Case Manager

Berkshirejobs; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-lingual Spanish differential

Job summary

Berkshirejobs in Pittsfield, MA is seeking a Social Work, Case Management professional (Full-Time) to support older adults and individuals with disabilities by assessing needs and coordinating services.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in social work or related field, strong communication, robust organizational skills, and the ability to advocate with service providers. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, psychology, sociology or related field preferred.
• Candidates with a Bachelor Degree in another discipline must demonstrate experience/interest in human services via employment, internship, volunteer work or additional studies.
• Valid driver’s license, travel and reliable transportation required.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills; database experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess the situation of clients, identify unmet needs, and arrange for, coordinate and monitor services.
• Advocate with other agencies on behalf of the client.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Telephone skills

Time management

Organizational skills

English literacy

Diversity sensitivity

Problem solving

Documentation accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database experience

Job description

Social Work, Case Management(Full-Time)

is responsible for supporting the dignity and independence of older persons or those with disabilities in need of assistance by assessing their situations, identifying unmet needs, arranging for, coordinating and monitoring services to meet those needs, and advocating with other agencies on behalf of their client. Bachelor Degree in social work, human services, psychology, sociology or related field is preferred. Candidates with a Bachelor Degree in another discipline shall demonstrate experience and/or strong interest in the field of human services via previous employment, internship, volunteer activity and/or additional studies. Valid driver’s license, travel and reliable transportation are required. Strong Microsoft Office skills are required and database experience is preferred. Non Profit.

Beneficial Experience:

$1,000.00 differential for Bi-lingual Spanish

Human Services

Social Services

Core Competencies:

• Must be able to read and write English


• Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skills


• Excellent telephone skills


• Commitment to working with the elderly; strong sensitivity to aging issues


• Knowledge of community resources helpful


• Leadership ability; independent thinker; self-starter


• Ability to work with persons with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities


• Excellent Clinical, Social Work, and Problem solving skills


• Accurate record keeping skills


• Good time management and organizational skills


• Ability to work under pressure, with multiple interruptions and meet deadlines


• Proficiency in Microsoft office professional and experience with databases.