Social Worker

Staten Island JCC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized Medical options

Dental and Vision coverage

Life Insurance

403B

Generous program discounts

Free membership

Ample time off

Job summary

Staten Island JCC is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to serve as the main contact for benefits and entitlements. The role requires a Master's in Social Work (MSW) and at least 2 years of experience in social services. Key responsibilities include managing client caseloads, conducting assessments, and facilitating access to resources. Benefits include subsidized medical options, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, and more. This position offers a competitive salary of $60,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Hebrew, Spanish, and/or Russian preferred.
• At least 2 years’ experience working in the social services field.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of assigned clients.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments for individuals contacting the department.
• Provide counseling and education about available services.
• Assist with applying for qualifying benefits.
• Make internal and external referrals to programs and agencies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Client assessment

Managing benefit applications

Cultural competency

Education

MSW

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Social Services, the Social Worker is the main contact for individuals in need of benefits and entitlements in the community.

ABOUT YOU

You have excellent communication skills; verbal, written and computer. You are trained on interviewing skills, client assessment, determining eligibility, community resources, and information/referral process. You are also trained in managing benefit applications through ACCESS HRA. You have demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the community.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Manage a caseload of assigned clients.
• Conduct comprehensive screenings/assessment for all individuals who contact the social services department, including those in need of food pantry and workforce services.
• Provide counseling and education to individuals about available services.
• Assist individuals with applying for all qualifying benefits.
• Make internal referrals to other JCC programs including GED, ESL, Career Connections, and CHIPS.
• Work with CRED program participants and the JCC Career Connections team to ensure that clients applying for workforce positions and those undergoing trainings will get adequate support to navigate and overcome barriers.
• Make external referrals to other agencies.
• Communicate and collaborate closely with JCC off-site programs (Cornerstones, etc.) to obtain and provide information on available services and benefits.
• Assist pantry clients and screen for further needs.
• Create and maintain a database of mental health resources in the community.
• Coordinate support groups.
• Maintain and update records of all efforts, including outreach, contacts, outcomes, and significant statistical data.
• Attend relevant trainings and events.
• Ensure compliance with funders’ protocols.
• All other projects assigned by supervisor.

OUR REQUIREMENTS

• MSW required.
• At least 2 years’ experience working in the social services field.
• Bilingual in Hebrew, Spanish, and/or Russian preferred.

SALARY

$60,000 annually, commensurate with experience

BENEFITS

The JCC of Staten Island is committed to keeping you and your family healthy and happy through a comprehensive benefits program. Offerings include: subsidized options for Medical; offerings for Dental and Vision coverage, FSA and Dependent Care. We also offer free LTD, STD, Life Insurance, a Pension, 403B, generous program discounts, free membership, ample time off and much more!