WEST SIDE FED SR.SUP
Social Worker II
WEST SIDE FED SR.SUP, New York, New York, us, 10261
Social Worker II-Valley Lodge PATH Program
The Social Worker II works as part of the social service team at Valley Lodge, a shelter for homeless older adults. The position reports to the Clinical Coordinator or Director of Social Services, while working closely with the Housing Specialist and community providers.
The Social Worker is an exempt employee who is required to have a Masters' Degree. They are expected to work autonomously while developing 1:1 relationship with the participants. The Social Worker will provide a comprehensive range of social work services with the aim of helping participants transition from the shelter to permanent housing and work with the participant to solidify community resources in their new home to enhance housing stability.
Responsibilities
Participate in Intake process of prospective participantsAssist participants in obtaining and maintaining entitlements.Assist participants in obtaining and maintaining home care where appropriate.Assist participants in establishing and/or maintaining family and social relationships.Assist participants in participating in socialization activities.Provide individual and/or group counseling as needed.Assist participants with money management as needed.Follow up with resident and other service providers during hospitalizations and/or short-term rehabilitation placements.Assist participants in obtaining and maintaining appropriate medical and mental health services.Work with the Housing Specialist and the participant on options for permanent housing and assist with obtaining documents for housing applications.With the Housing Specialist participate where needed in housing interview process.Oversee the discharge planning process for participants as applicable, including the completion of all necessary discharge forms and/or applications to other facilities.Once participant is housed, coordinate transition to other community services and related supports.With the housing specialist, act as liaison with landlord and assist participant with meeting lease obligations including rent and voucher requirements.When resident has moved into their own apartment, meet with them at least 1/month face to face and preferably at their apartment. At least once quarterly meeting at apartment.Escort participants to appointments as needed.Provision of crisis intervention services as needed.Work cooperatively with other staff membersShare information about resident progress, needs, and problems with other staff as appropriate, guided by the WSFSSH Confidentiality PolicyComplete Incident Reports as assignedDevelop and maintain competency in software and data bases as requiredImplement emergency procedures as necessaryAttend supervision meetings, team meetings and staff meetingsUphold standards of diversity, equity and inclusion in provision of servicesMaintain thorough case records, including case notes, support plans and psychosocial histories within the time frames required by WSFSSH and the contract/regulatory agencies where applicableAssume on-call responsibilitiesComplete reporting requirements to contract/regulatory agenciesOther duties as assignedQualifications
MSW required or MA in human services field3+ years experience with older adults, and people with mental illness and/or substance use issues preferred. Experience with adults who are homeless preferred.Fluency in written and oral English requiredSpanish speaking preferredAbility to work independently and demonstrate good clinical judgmentWillingness to travel to various locations within NYCStrong computer and organizational skillsIs an effective team player who can collaborate and communicate with other staff and community providers.
Monday -Friday. 9A-5P35 Hours
The Social Worker II works as part of the social service team at Valley Lodge, a shelter for homeless older adults. The position reports to the Clinical Coordinator or Director of Social Services, while working closely with the Housing Specialist and community providers.
The Social Worker is an exempt employee who is required to have a Masters' Degree. They are expected to work autonomously while developing 1:1 relationship with the participants. The Social Worker will provide a comprehensive range of social work services with the aim of helping participants transition from the shelter to permanent housing and work with the participant to solidify community resources in their new home to enhance housing stability.
Responsibilities
Participate in Intake process of prospective participantsAssist participants in obtaining and maintaining entitlements.Assist participants in obtaining and maintaining home care where appropriate.Assist participants in establishing and/or maintaining family and social relationships.Assist participants in participating in socialization activities.Provide individual and/or group counseling as needed.Assist participants with money management as needed.Follow up with resident and other service providers during hospitalizations and/or short-term rehabilitation placements.Assist participants in obtaining and maintaining appropriate medical and mental health services.Work with the Housing Specialist and the participant on options for permanent housing and assist with obtaining documents for housing applications.With the Housing Specialist participate where needed in housing interview process.Oversee the discharge planning process for participants as applicable, including the completion of all necessary discharge forms and/or applications to other facilities.Once participant is housed, coordinate transition to other community services and related supports.With the housing specialist, act as liaison with landlord and assist participant with meeting lease obligations including rent and voucher requirements.When resident has moved into their own apartment, meet with them at least 1/month face to face and preferably at their apartment. At least once quarterly meeting at apartment.Escort participants to appointments as needed.Provision of crisis intervention services as needed.Work cooperatively with other staff membersShare information about resident progress, needs, and problems with other staff as appropriate, guided by the WSFSSH Confidentiality PolicyComplete Incident Reports as assignedDevelop and maintain competency in software and data bases as requiredImplement emergency procedures as necessaryAttend supervision meetings, team meetings and staff meetingsUphold standards of diversity, equity and inclusion in provision of servicesMaintain thorough case records, including case notes, support plans and psychosocial histories within the time frames required by WSFSSH and the contract/regulatory agencies where applicableAssume on-call responsibilitiesComplete reporting requirements to contract/regulatory agenciesOther duties as assignedQualifications
MSW required or MA in human services field3+ years experience with older adults, and people with mental illness and/or substance use issues preferred. Experience with adults who are homeless preferred.Fluency in written and oral English requiredSpanish speaking preferredAbility to work independently and demonstrate good clinical judgmentWillingness to travel to various locations within NYCStrong computer and organizational skillsIs an effective team player who can collaborate and communicate with other staff and community providers.
Monday -Friday. 9A-5P35 Hours