Social Worker I - Elderly & Holocaust Survivor Care

JFSLA; California; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Jewish Family Service LA in North Hollywood, CA, is seeking a Social Worker I to conduct in-depth intakes and assessments for frail, elderly clients, including Holocaust survivors and families. You will evaluate barriers to independent living and activate resources to keep clients safely at home.

The role requires a Bachelor's in social work, a CA Driver’s License, and experience with seniors, care management, and community services. JFSLA offers comprehensive benefits and an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field.
• Current unrestricted CA Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance.
• Experience and interest in providing care to older persons.
• Care management and community-based service delivery experience.
• Knowledge of community resources and the aging process.
• Experience working with seniors, caregivers and mentally disabled clients.
• Knowledge of safety issues when working with at-risk clients.
• Experience conducting in-home visits preferred.
• MS Office applications proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conducts in-depth intakes and assessments for Holocaust survivors and their families.
• Conducts case management meetings in the home.
• Develops comprehensive care plans including all social services.
• Coordinates delivery of services in the care plan.
• Responds to intake calls and follows up on client situations.
• Reviews and authorizes services monthly.
• Provides crisis intervention and outreach as required.
• Prepares quarterly reports for funding sources.

Skills

Elderly care experience

Care management

Community resources knowledge

Seniors and caregivers experience

Safety knowledge

In-home visits

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

CA Driver's License

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

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Social Worker I - HLX

Full Time Professional North Hollywood, CA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1400

Salary Range: $29.25 To $32.00 Hourly

We all face challenges and transitions in our lives, and when we do, we must be able to count on the strength of community for support. For the people of Los Angeles, Jewish Family Service LA (JFSLA) is that trusted source of support. We are a comprehensive network of services that welcomes individuals and families of all ages and identities to our full spectrum of care. Our highly trained staff and volunteers work closely with individuals and their loved ones to problem-solve and guide them on their paths to safety, security, wellness, and fulfillment.

JFSLA staff share in our mission and work towards our goals with the highest level of responsibility, professionalism, and integrity. JFS demonstrates our commitment to our staff by offering a comprehensive benefits package and a nurturing environment.

JFSLA is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. In recruiting for our team, we seek the unique contributions that individuals can bring from all backgrounds. We strive for a diverse team in order to better serve our clients and ensure our excellence as an organization in identifying, designing and delivering solutions.

Be part of our commitment and join our family. For more information on our philosophy and services, please tour our website www.jfsla.org

The Social Work I is responsible for conducting in-depth intakes and assessments covering psychological, social and physical, and environmental concerns for frail, elderly clients; Holocaust survivors and their families. S/he will evaluate clients, identify the potential limitations which impede independent living and activate resources to allow client to remain safely in the home setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in social work or a related field
• Current unrestricted CA Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance
• Experience and interest in providing care to older persons required
• Care management and community-based service delivery experience required
• Knowledge of community resources and the aging process
• Experience working with seniors, caregivers and mentally disabled clients
• Knowledge of safety issues when working with at-risk clients
• Experience conducting in-home visit strongly preferred
• Must be computer literate in MS Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Candidates must have interest and demonstrated ability to:
  • Work in an interdisciplinary community setting
  • Be culturally sensitive, able to work with a multicultural client population
  • Work in a non-judgmental manner and work as part of a team
  • Maintain professional boundaries
  • Exercise sound casework judgment and fiscal management skills
  • Comply with documentation procedures
• Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) prior to beginning employment

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conducts in-depth intakes and assessments covering psychological, social, physical, and environmental concerns for clients who are survivors of the Holocaust
• Conducts case management meetings with clients in the home
• Develops a comprehensive care plan including all social services needed by the client
• Coordinates the delivery of all services in the care plan
• Responds to intake callers and follows up on client situation as needed
• Reviews and authorizes services every month
• Offers crisis intervention
• Provides outreach and support per funding source requirements
• Prepares quarterly reports for the funding sources (Report include statistics on intake and outreach, number of clients serve, description of services, expenditures for each client served through grant)
• Provides short-term or ongoing psychotherapeutic support to low income Holocaust survivors and their families as needed
• Identifies and develops family and other informal support systems for the client
• Refer clients to specialist consultants to provide additional detailed evaluation and recommendations for improvement of the client’s functional level
• Prepares case recording, maintenance of financial records; and reporting on a timely and relevant basis
• Provide timely documentation and oversee chart record keeping per funding requirements.
• Selects, negotiates and budgets supportive services for clients
• May be required to be a Field Work Supervisor and/ or preceptor for Social Work students
• Maintain professional boundaries and use respectful, client-centered communication with clients, staff, vendors, and community partners.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, program meetings, supervision, training, and funder meetings as assigned.
• Other related duties as assigned

Jewish Family Service is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.