Bilingual (English/Spanish) Case Worker at West Side Federation for Senior and Supportive Housing – New York, New York

BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH) CASEWORKER

Job Type: Full-time

Position Type: 35 Hours

Reports to: Social Worker II

Pay Rate: $26.37 to $30.22 per hour

FLSA: Nonexempt hourly

WSFSSH MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of WSFSSH is to provide safe, affordable, senior housing that integrates compassionate property management with supportive services to enhance the independence and dignity of each resident. WSFSSH creates and preserves affordable housing while supporting the development of healthy neighborhoods.

JOB SUMMARY

The Case Worker is expected to work under the guidance of the Social Worker II. They will develop 1:1 relationships with the residents which will enable them to provide a range services to the residents which enable the residents to establish and maintain safe and independent lives in the community.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain accurateand organized case files, records, and reports.
• Write progress notes after each resident encounter.
• Develop individualized service plans with residents.

• Draft correspondence, notices, and reminders for residents as needed.
• Complete data entry of resident progress in internal databases.
• Assist residents with general inquiries or referrals to services.
• Accompany residents to appointments or community activities as needed.
• Help facilitate social and recreational activities for residents.
• Assisting preparing materials for group sessions or workshops.
• Carry a caseload of residents who present less challenging.
• Participate in team meetings and trainings.
• Assist social workers in emergency situations as directed.
• Report urgent resident concerns promptly to supervising social workers.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Good organizational ability, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Desire or interest in working and supporting an aging population

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in social work, Human Services, or related field preferred.
• Interest in working with older adults and vulnerable populations.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with data entry.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel to multiple sites
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Preferred:

• Experience in social services, supportive housing, or non-profit settings

Benefit Overview

Westside Federation of Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (B) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Short-term and Long- term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) commuter benefits and more. Voluntary benefit options and Time Off that includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays, accrued Vacation and Sick Time.

EEO Policy or Statement

WSFSSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based upon employees’ qualifications without discrimination, on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.