Social Worker I: APS/OCL Growth Path

State of Nevada; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nevada, Aging and Disability Services Division, seeks a Social Worker 1 in Reno to support Adult Protective Services and Office of Community Living. The role involves eligibility determinations, care planning, home visits, and documentation using case management software; advancement to higher levels is possible with performance and qualifications.

Responsibilities include coordinating services across agencies, conducting assessments, and providing crisis intervention while

Qualifications

• Licensure or provisional licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, Independent Social Worker, or Associate in Social Work.

Responsibilities

• Assess and reassess client functioning; interview clients, family, and contacts; review reports; determine needed services.
• Develop and implement care plans including placement, training, and financial assistance per guidelines.
• Coordinate services with state agencies, community orgs, and private providers.
• Provide ongoing case management with home visits, monitor services, and reassess needs.
• Organize MDT meetings to plan protective services and address client needs.
• Document case activities; maintain case histories and prepare reports.
• Provide crisis intervention and safety reporting; supervise or train other staff as needed.
• Perform related duties and trainee progression as described.

Skills

Social work knowledge

Case management

Interviewing clients

Education

Social Work licensure

Job description

The State of Nevada, Aging and Disability Services Division, seeks a Social Worker 1 in Reno to support Adult Protective Services and Office of Community Living. The role involves eligibility determinations, care planning, home visits, and documentation using case management software; advancement to higher levels is possible with performance and qualifications.

Responsibilities include coordinating services across agencies, conducting assessments, and providing crisis intervention while