Bilingual Social Worker - Early Start (Spanish Required)
Golden Gate Regional Center (GGRC) · San Rafael, CA · 1 wk ago
OTHR$60k–$72k/yrFull-time
About the role
Bilingual Social Worker - Early Start is a hybrid flex schedule role based in Marin County, offering the opportunity to work both 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 developmental needs and build on family strengths.
- Provide information and referrals to families and community agencies.
- Monitor child development and provide developmental activities.
- Act as an advocate for clients to secure entitlements and services.
- Educate families on available resources and support services.
- Research and initiate referrals for community resources.
- Participate in community meetings and task forces.
- Coordinate transition from Early Start services to local school districts or other programs.
- Prepare and maintain client records and reports.
- Ensure compliance with relevant 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 strongly preferred.
- Fluency in both reading and speaking Spanish.
- Experience in multi-cultural settings and/or multi-lingual capacity.
- Knowledge of Early Start regulations and services for High Risk Infants and their families.
- Good interview skills and team spirit.
- Ability to balance conflicting priorities and focus on key job outcomes.
- Proactive learning and staying current with new information in the field.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Familiarity with MS Office or similar software applications.
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Crisis management and decision-making abilities.
- Empathy and cultural awareness.
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 403(b) retirement account contribution.
Pay
$59,826 - $71,791 starting salary for Bachelor’s Degree; $65,929 - $79,114 for Master’s Degree.
Schedule
This is a hybrid flex schedule role, offering the option to work in the community and from home.