Social worker assistant Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Healthcare Recruiters seeks a full-time Masters level Social Worker (LCSW preferred but will accept ASW / ACSW). LMFT accepted if able to provide supervision to ASW's. This is for our client’s 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides housing and mental health support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This job is HYBRID, meaning predominantly working on laptop and cell phone servicing individuals in Sonoma and Solano counties. Some office visits may be needed for occasional team meetings. Best if live in or close to those counties,

NOT accepting out of state candidates as any onsite work is done within these California areas only.

Disabilities range from Downs Syndrome, MR, Traumatic Brain Injury, Autism, in addition to other cognitive and physical disabilities. This organization’s team is creative, extraordinary, dynamic, and committed to serving the developmentally disabled community with positive impacts.

This organization builds their people up. Every team member is treated as a long-term investment, and they recognize the value in always nurturing and training them so they can go above and beyond in their skills and job duties.

As a Social Worker, you'll be one of those extraordinary people. Looking for a passionate team player who can successfully assist in program goals and day to day operation of the program. Beyond the desired qualifications, you must be willing to bring your creative ideas and your passion for success. Training provided for other tasks / duties.

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

• Responsible for the entire case management process, including assessment and evaluation, planning, authorizing, advocacy, monitoring, reviewing documentation for completion.
• Responsible for providing a safe and welcoming environment for individuals , developing case plans according to the needs of each individual and providing ongoing support as they work toward achieving goals.
• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments and follow-up visits to each individual.
• Assess individuals’ needs and link them with outside services such as primary medical care, outpatient treatment, government financial assistance etc.
• Maintain all documentation and contacts as required by law, regulation and policy
• Advocate on behalf of the organization’s individuals to protect their rights under the law and ensure that they receive those services and benefits to which they are entitled.
• Collaborate with other departments and outside providers to support and advocate for the organization’s individuals.
• Respond to crises, including providing de-escalation intervention and support to highly agitated individuals.
• Keep supervisor informed of the status of the caseload and unmet needs in the community.
• Ability to cover evening and weekend shifts with certain caseloads.

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