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Social Worker (Bilingual in Mandarin/English Speaking) - Mantin Lande Affordable Housing

Selfhelp Community Services · Queens, New York, United States · 1 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$64k–$66k/yrFull-time

Position Summary

Affirms clients' needs and eligibility for in-home services, entitlements and benefits, supervises casework, support, volunteer and Chore staff, and creates and maintains community outreach efforts.

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.

Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master of Social Work (MSW) preferred.
  • 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.
  • Bilingual Mandarin/Cantonese.

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 Ranges

$64,000 - $66,400 commensurate with experience.

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