Social worker will provide comprehensive case management, supportive interventions, and life skills training to adults with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities who are either living on their own or aspiring to live more independently.
Social worker will work 35 hours per week on a flexible schedule to best meet the needs of clients. Weekend hours are very rarely required, but some evenings are necessary.
Social worker will utilize compassion and creativity to enhance the lives of individuals served while ensuring their safety, happiness, and sense of community and belonging.
Social worker will coordinate with fellow staff members as well as other community organizations to plan activities, encourage active participation of clients within the community, and enhance access and linkage to services.
Social worker will complete a comprehensive psychosocial assessment and service plan for each client.
Social worker will maintain positive and open communication and collaboration with each individual, involved family members, medical professionals, and other service providers as appropriate and needed.
Social worker will maintain thorough, detailed progress notes regarding provided services.
Social worker will attend relevant trainings as available upon approval of supervisor.
Position Requirements:
Minimum of bachelors degree in social work, sociology, psychology or education
At least one year of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities
Possession of valid drivers license, own automobile, and automobile insurance
Knowledge of community resources
Interest and ability to assist individuals living on their own to develop independent living skills, maintain their home, and remain active in their daily lives
Willingness to drive residents to appointments and activities
Position may involve taking individuals to medical appointments, banking, shopping, recreational activities, social skills coaching, advocacy, teaching money management, assisting clients to develop an organizational system, etc.
Availability to work flexible hours
Benefits:
JCHAI offers a supportive, flexible work environment. We are committed to ensuring the highest quality of services for our clientele. Full-time staff are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package (including major medical insurance and short-term disability) following a three month evaluation period. 403b retirement plan is also available from time of hire. Salary: Will depend upon education and experience.
More Information:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state, federal or local law. It is the intent of JCHAI to comply with all applicable federal, state and local legislation concerning equal opportunity in employment.
