Case Manager, Social Work

About the role

Social Work, Case Management (Full-Time) is responsible for supporting the dignity and independence of older persons or those with disabilities in need of assistance by assessing their situations, identifying unmet needs, arranging for, coordinating and monitoring services to meet those needs, and advocating with other agencies on behalf of their client.

Responsibilities

• Assessing situations and identifying unmet needs
• Arranging and coordinating services to meet identified needs
• Monitoring services to ensure they meet the client's needs
• Advocating with other agencies on behalf of clients

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in social work, human services, psychology, sociology or related field preferred not required
• Candidates with a Bachelor Degree In Another Discipline Shall Demonstrate Experience And/or Strong interest in the field of human services via previous employment, internship, volunteer activity and/or additional studies
• Valid driver’s license, travel and reliable transportation are required
• Strong Microsoft Office skills are required and database experience is preferred

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write English
• Excellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent telephone skills
• Commitment to working with the elderly; strong sensitivity to aging issues
• Knowledge of community resources helpful
• Leadership ability; independent thinker; self-starter
• Ability to work with persons with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities
• Excellent Clinical, Social Work, and Problem solving skills
• Accurate record keeping skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure, with multiple interruptions and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft office professional and experience using data bases

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Data base experience

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Non-Profit Beneficial Experience

\$1,000.00 differential for Bi-lingual Spanish Human Services Social Services

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

\$23.59 - \$24.62 per hour

Expected hours

37.5 per week

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