Position Summary: We are looking for a Bilingual Russian/English social worker to provide casework services and advocacy to clients in the Manhattan Holocaust Survivor Program.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Conduct intakes, provide accurate information and referrals
- Screen and assist clients with applications and re-certifications for entitlements and benefits
- Assess clients in their home, hospital or other institutional setting as appropriate
- Advocate on behalf of clients and arrange for provision of services; develop, implement and follow up on care plans
- Provide supportive counseling to clients as needed
- Maintain ongoing communication with client, family members and other collaterals as appropriate
- Maintain complete and accurate case notes utilizing the program's data system; prepare required documentation in case file within organizational time frames
- Maintain and report on statistics according to Selfhelp standards, utilizing the program's data system and other forms of record keeping as needed.
- Actively participate in supervision and staff meetings and share any emergent issues with supervisor in a timely manner
- Facilitate and assist at social, recreational and other group activities and events
- Supervise social work students (if applicable)
- Adhere to organization's standards by completing annual mandatory trainings in a timely manner on topics including - but not limited to - Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, IT Security Awareness, Compliance, OSHA, HIPAA and any other training the organization may deem necessary in regards to regulatory compliance or good business practices.
- Supports organization's mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers.
- Adheres to the organization's policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance and health and safety standards
Salary Range : $45,000 - $55,000 per year commensurate with experience and educational level. $4,000 sign-on bonus for the first year of employment.
Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications:
- MSW required for social work role; candidates with a Bachelor's degree may be considered for a case manager title.
- Bilingual in Russian/English required
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other technology
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Excellent customer service skills with a focus on treating clients with respect and dignity
- Able to multi-task and work independently with a great attention to detail
Working Conditions/Physical Demand: Business office environment with phone and computer use, travel via public transportation. This position may have the ability to work from home 2-3 times per week.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelors or better in Other or related field
Masters or better in Social Work or related field
Skills
Microsoft Suite: Expert