Social Worker (Senior Population)

Job Type
Full-time
Description
About Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS)
While Alpert JFS is grounded in compassion and guided by Jewish values, our employees come from diverse faith backgrounds and are invested in the agency's mission to strengthen our entire community by empowering individuals and families through the delivery of comprehensive human services.
Since 1974, Alpert JFS, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, has strengthened and enriched the lives of men, women, and children of all ages. We do this through a continuum of focused programs addressing the well-being of children and families of all ages, the independence and well-being of older adults, and the optimal quality of life for individuals with special needs.
Alpert JFS is seeking an experienced Social Worker (Senior Population) to assist individuals and families in maintaining and/or improving their independence, level of functioning and quality of life by providing for and/or arranging for an array of social services.
Social Worker Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform bio-psychosocial assessments including analysis of and independent judgment in the areas of physical functioning, psychological/emotional functioning, mental status, activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, social functioning, nutrition, and environment. These assessments help determine the client's needs and are performed in client's home setting
• At one's discretion, develop service plans based on assessment to meet client's needs and to establish a working relationship
• Independently refer for and coordinate needed services internally and externally
• Advocate to meet client's needs; consult and collaborate with other professionals and service providers to assure comprehensive care
• Counsel and support client's families to maximize their well-being
• Monitor the ongoing needs of clients through telephone and face-to-face interaction to evaluate the treatment process and modify if necessary
• Document all activity in electronic record keeping system on a timely basis and maintain case records to meet quality standards
• Analyze and respond to emergencies/crises to maintain quality care
• Maintain caseload size as required by the agency to meet professional goals
• Facilitate support/therapeutic groups to encourage group self-help if requested
• Respond to all communications in a timely manner for care continuity
• Coordinate all internal referrals to other agency programs
• Conduct initial telephone inquiries and complete all appropriate paperwork timely

Requirements

• Graduate degree from an accredited School of Social Work or other Behavioral Mental Health program. A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or other Behavioral Mental Health program from an accredited university with at least 10 years' experience in social work and special certification may be substituted
• 3-5 years' experience in a similar role
• Experience with geriatric and special populations
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) and familiarity with ERM systems
• A valid Florida driver's license is required and must have a good driving record
• Proof of automobile insurance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and ability to function independently
• Possess an understanding of and compatibility with Jewish values and traditions

We offer a hybrid working environment, competitive salary, medical, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, 403b Retirement, EAP
Alpert JFS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Drug Free Workplace