The Social Worker will provide direct support to individuals and families within the Jewish community who are facing significant personal or safety related challenges. This includes conducting intake assessments evaluating needs developing safety and support plans providing counseling completing applications for financial assistance and referring clients to legal housing and community resources as needed.
This role also involves culturally sensitive community outreach collaborating with partner agencies and engaging with community organizations to increase awareness of available services. The ideal candidate is compassionate organized able to manage a large caseload and comfortable working in a high demand emotionally complex environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and identify client needs
Provide crisis support develop safety plans and offer short term counseling
Assist clients with applications for housing benefits and financial support
Provide referrals to legal services community programs and social supports
Maintain timely documentation and manage caseload in Salesforce
Build relationships with community organizations and partner agencies
Participate in educational workshops and community outreach efforts
Provide individual and group psychotherapy as appropriate
Attend team meetings trainings and represent the organization at external forums
Supervise MSW interns when applicable
Qualifications:
LMSW LCSW or LMHC required
Experience working with individuals facing a variety of personal or safety related challenges
Prior extensive experience working with the Orthodox Jewish community required
Strong counseling assessment and crisis intervention skills
Ability to work sensitively across diverse populations
Excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills
Proficient computer skills; Salesforce experience a plus
Yiddish or Hebrew language skills preferred
Location: Brooklyn NY
Type: Full time
Salary: $65000$80000/year
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Social Worker Job ID #3501299
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