Social Worker-Coordinator - Bakersfield

Enriching-Lives-3; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Enriching Lives in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Social Worker (Coordinator Emphasis) to oversee services for Individuals by developing and implementing the Individual Service Plan, coordinating with the Planning Team, and ensuring compliance with policies.

The role supports Family Home Providers, conducts trainings, and coordinates transportation, medical and related services, while maintaining documentation and crisis management coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to read and interpret documents; write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employers.

Responsibilities

• Oversees development and implementation of the Individual Service Plan with the Planning Team.
• Ensures provision of medical, health, and ancillary services as per ISP.
• Monitors Family Home Providers and supports service delivery.
• Provides crisis management support and rotates on-call coverage.
• Maintains documentation including ISP, progress notes, and incident reports.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Problem solving

Computer skills

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Social Worker (Coordinator Emphasis) oversees the services provided to Individuals by developing & implementing the Individual Service Plan, setting up services & supports, monitoring the Family Home environment & overall quality of care, supporting Providers, and ensuring all internal & external policies and regulations are met.Essential Job FunctionsIndividuals must be able to meet all essential functions, core competencies, and requirements of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to meet/perform these functions.Upholds the mission and vision of Enriching Lives and works with Individuals to assist them in achieving a well rounded life that they deem satisfying.Coordinates the development & implementation of the Individual Service Plan with the Planning Team based on the Quality of Life Outcomes (Choice, Relationships, Lifestyle, Health & Well Being, Rights, and Satisfaction) and in accordance with internal & external regulations and policies.Ensures provision of all medical, health, and ancillary services to Individuals in accordance with the Individual Service Plan and additional needs that arise.Arranges and/or ensures opportunities for relationship development and community activities based on Individual preference.Creates and maintains relevant documentation including the Individual Service Plan, Quarterly Reports, Progress Notes, Medical/Health Records, Incident Reporting, Provider Contracts/Documentation, and additional relevant documentation in accordance with all internal and external policies and regulations.Monitors and supports the Family Home Providers during home visits, meetings, and as needed in regards to provision of services to Individuals and the implementation of Individual Service Plans. Notifies management immediately of any material changes affecting the status of Individuals or Family Homes.Provides crisis management support and rotating on call coverage to Individuals& Providers.Provides excellent customer service and response timeliness to stakeholders such as Individuals, families, Regional Center, and Family Home Providers.Develops and maintains working relationships with all Individuals, families, funding sources and regulatory agencies, as appropriate, and monitors their satisfaction with services.Liaises with consultants such as behaviorists, nurses, therapists, psychologists, and other specialists to ensure service needs of Individuals are met.Participates in or conducts training as required.Assist Individuals with transportation and moving as needed.Functions as a Social Worker (Certification Specialist Emphasis) as required during development and transition stages.Performs other duties as assigned. May work on special assignments in addition to normal job functions.Supervisory RequirementsNone.Education and/or ExperienceRelated bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) from four-year college or University plus one to two years related experience preferred; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Excellent computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs.Language SkillsAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employers of organization.Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.VisionClose vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors, Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships), Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsFirst Aid and CPR certification, Valid driver’s license and insurance, driving record must meet state regulations and company policy.Other RequirementsSafe and reliable vehicle. Ability to travel as required. Must meet all federal, state, and internal employment requirements including, but not limited to: Background checks and Physical/TB/Drug screening.Physical DemandAmount of TimeStandUnder 1/3WalkUnder 1/3Sit1/3 to 2/3Reach VerticalUnder 1/3Reach HorizontalUnder 1/3Climb or BalanceUnder 1/3TwistUnder 1/3BendUnder 1/3SquatUnder 1/3Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or CrawlUnder 1/3Physical InterventionUnder 1/3Talk or HearOver 2/3Taste or SmellUnder 1/3TypeUnder 1/3DriveUnder 1/3Lifting Weight or Exerting ForceAmount of TimeUp to 10 PoundsUnder 1/3Up to 25 PoundsUnder 1/3Up to 50 PoundsUnder 1/3Up to 100 PoundsUnder 1/3More than 100 PoundsUnder 1/3Working EnvironmentAmount of TimeWet or Humid Conditions (Non-Weather)RarelyWork Near Mechanical Moving PartsRarelyWork in High, Precarious PlacesRarelyFumes or Airborne ParticlesRarelyToxic or Caustic ChemicalsUnder 1/3Outdoor Weather ConditionsUnder 1/3Extreme Cold (Non-Weather)RarelyRisk of Electrical ShockRarelyWork with ExplosivesRarelyRisk of RadiationRarelyVibrationRarelyLevel of NoiseModerate Noise: Business Office, Community, Residences