Social Worker I - Elderly & Holocaust Survivor Care

JFSLA; California (MO); 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

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.