Bilingual Social Worker - Early Start (Spanish Required)

About the role

Bilingual Social Worker - Early Start positions are available in the Early Start Division of GGRC. This role offers a hybrid flex schedule, allowing work in the community and from home.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments and develop Family Service Plans for clients aged 0-3.
• Partner with families to address issues and build on their strengths and natural supports.
• Monitor child development and provide developmental activities.
• Provide intake services and crisis management as needed.
• Advocate for clients to ensure they receive entitlements and exercise their rights.
• Educate families on available resources and support, as well as specific policies and programs like Medicaid Waiver and Institutional Deeming.
• Research and initiate referrals, monitoring their progress.
• Participate in community meetings and tasks.
• Help improve and develop community services by providing support.
• Maintain client records and progress notes.
• Determine eligibility for further GGRC services and coordinate transitions to local school districts or other programs.
• Prepare Special Incident Reports and other required reports and forms.
• Avoid non-compliance with program policies and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school of social welfare or related human services field.
• Master's Degree preferred; Case Management experience with infants or children under 4 is strongly preferred.
• Fluency in both reading and speaking Spanish.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, disability, and vision insurance with employer contributions.
• 13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for continuing education.
• Generous employer-paid 403(b) retirement account contribution.

How to apply

To apply, please complete the application and submit your most recent resume. If you feel that the questions do not accurately capture what you have to offer Golden Gate Regional Center, you are also welcome to attach a cover letter. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to submit yours soon.