Social Worker I

The-City-of-Hartfor; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hartford, through the Department of Health and Human Services, seeks a professional Social Services Specialist to assist prenatal and postpartum families, assess needs, and make referrals. The role includes case management, counseling, and documentation responsibilities, with a path to CPST and CHW certifications within 18 months.

Open to qualified applicants with a Bachelor's degree in social services and at least five years of experience in delivering social services; bilingual

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social services plus 5 years' social services delivery experience.
• Strong interviewing, assessment, and referral skills.
• Ability to document and file detailed case records accurately.
• Strong counseling and written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience coordinating with clients and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients; assess needs; determine eligibility; refer to agencies.
• Maintain detailed case records and follow up on progress.
• Provide counseling to promote health outcomes and educate clients.
• Plan, organize, and supervise the work activities of subordinates.
• Communicate effectively with clients and external partners in writing and speech.
• Participate in programs to become CPST and CHW within 18 months.

Skills

Interviewing

Case management

Documentation

Counseling

Communication

Supervision

Referrals

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services

Job description

Vacancy is in the Department of Health and Human Services. This is professional social services to the community through various programs in the Department. The current opening is in Maternal/Child Health whose primary function is to help assess, refer, and link prenatal and postpartum families to improve the health, safety, and overall well-being of families to improve positive birth outcomes and healthy child development. Interviews clients; collects information; assesses information; determines eligibility and may make referrals to other agencies and community support. Offers education and support to promote positive health outcomes. Maintains records and detailed information of cases; verifies information received from clients, and follow up on client's progress.

If selected, the incumbent will participate in programs to become a Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and a Certified Community Health Worker within 18 months.

The above essential duties and responsibilities are not intended as a comprehensive list; they are intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may perform additional related duties as required.

This is a CHPEA Union position. The hours of work are 40 per week.

This is a grant-funded position renewable on an annual basis. The City of Hartford is not obligated to fund this position upon termination of funding.

Considerable Knowledge of:

• Social and medical institutions, clinics and allied cooperating agencies.
• Social and economic problems of the Hartford area.

Knowledge of:

• Social casework theory and methods and the techniques of their application to individuals and groups.
• General social legislation and regulations.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize and supervise the work activities of subordinates.
• Interview clients, assess their needs and recommend appropriate action(s).
• Prepare detailed casework records for client.
• Complete a variety of forms and documents and handle arithmetic computations.
• Provide extensive counseling on a variety of subjects.
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and outside agencies.

Open to all applicants who meet the following qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, with major course work in social services and a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the delivery of social services to individuals and families.

Whenever possible, an equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English)

If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.

• Application must be completed in its entirety, including required documentation. Applications without proper documentation shall result in your disqualification.
• All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur via email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application.
• Please be sure to check your junk and spam email for all recruitment communication.
• Applications via facsimile or email are not accepted.

EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES AND LEGAL NOTICES

• Hartford Residency Preferred: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed City of Hartford Residency Affidavit including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
• Veteran's Preference Form: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
• Americans With Disabilities Act: The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• An affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.