Social worker Jobs in Glendale, CA

Job Description

Healthcare Recruiters seeks a full-time Masters level Social Worker (LCSW preferred but will accept ASW / ACSW) 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 not in an office every day, predominantly on phone and laptop but also servicing individuals in the community. They need 2 hires for Napa, Sonoma and Solano Counties.

They need one hire for the Golden Gate region (San Francisco, Marin and San Mateo counties). Some office visits may be needed for meetings. Best if live in or close to those counties.

NOT accepting out of state candidates as any onsite work is 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, and 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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