Social Worker - Bay Area Region

Leveraging Equal Access Program (LEAP) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our individuals' disabilities range from Down syndrome, MR, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Autism, in addition to other cognitive and physical disabilities. Our team is creative, extraordinary, dynamic, and committed to making a positive impact on the developmentally disabled community.

As a Social Worker with LEAP, you'll be one of those extraordinary people. We seek a passionate team player who can successfully support program goals and daily operations. Beyond the desired qualifications, you must be willing to bring your creative ideas and your passion for success; we'll train you on the rest.

Do you have a combination of drive, a desire to help others, success, and a desire to make a change? If so, we welcome you to apply to join our dynamic team.

We are seeking applicants only located in the Bay Area Region (San Francisco, Marin, and San Mateo county)

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical interactions, including psychoeducation, mediation, advocacy, and crisis evaluation and response, in collaboration with individuals and their support teams.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for individuals, creating personalized case plans based on their unique needs and goals, and offering consistent guidance as they progress.
• Conduct regular home and community visits to monitor individual well-being and service effectiveness.
• Perform comprehensive needs assessments and connect individuals to appropriate services, including healthcare, outpatient programs, recreational resources, and other community supports.
• Ensure all documentation and contact logs meet legal, regulatory, and internal policy standards.
• Serve as an advocate to protect individual rights, ensuring access to services, benefits, and legal entitlements.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external providers, including LEAP Consultants, to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
• Respond to crisis situations, providing timely de-escalation, intervention, and emotional support to highly agitated individuals.
• Participate in the on-call rotation, offering coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Provide individual therapy and facilitate therapeutic groups, independently or under clinical supervision, as part of LEAP's Clinical Services.
• Deliver person-centered care aligned with HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) rights.

Skills and Competencies:

• Highly skilled in de-escalation techniques, crisis response, and assessing safety risks for individuals with complex behavioral health needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with individuals, families, and interdisciplinary teams, fostering trust and teamwork across systems of care.
• Maintains confidentiality, exercises sound judgment, and upholds ethical standards in all interactions, including the handling of sensitive and protected information.
• In-depth knowledge of community-based services and public systems, including SSI, Medi-Cal, APS, CPS, DDS, Regional Centers, Medical Centers, transportation agencies, and the legal/forensic programs.
• Well-versed in behavioral health laws and ethical frameworks, including mandated reporting requirements and the NASW Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrated dedication to continuous professional development through training, education, and continuous learning.

Work Environment and Schedule:

• Occasional travel between sites, community events, and meetings.
• Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, with some flexibility required for evening or weekend events.
• A hybrid or in-office schedule may be available depending on organizational needs.
• Must be comfortable working in both office and community settings.
• Occasional lifting or physical assistance may be required during events or site visits.
• Must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel locally.

Education:

• A Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) is required.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Associate Social Worker (ASW) required.

Experience:

• 3+ years' experience working with the DD/ID and dually diagnosed individuals
• Prior experience in case management and behavioral health.
• Prior experience interacting and working with Regional Centers, FHAs, or other services for people with developmental disabilities.
• Experience providing individual, group therapy, or other clinical services.
• Experience working with or leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with therapeutic arts, such as art, music, or dance therapy.

Why You'll Love Being at LEAP:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 4% Company Match
• Vacation, Sick, and Mental Health Days
• Internet reimbursement
• Medical stipend
• Flexible working arrangements
• We build our people up. Every team member is treated as a long-term investment, and we recognize the value in always nurturing and training them so they can go above and beyond in their skills and job duties.

LEAP is an equal opportunity employer