Job Overview
We are looking for an emotionally intelligent LMSW to act as advocate and help people foster their capacities and coping mechanisms in order to improve and better their daily lives and experiences, within specified standards and timescales.
Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, manage and implement support packages to help clients deal with difficulties and overcome dependencies
- Interview service users and assess their current condition, needs, strengths and weaknesses
- Address each case as a unit and set tailored measurable goals
- Monitor and evaluate clients’ progress and modify treatment plans accordingly
- Offer information and counseling on the best course of action during sessions
- Maintain accurate records and report on clients’ status
- Act as a key-worker and cooperate with multidisciplinary teams
- Refer clients to community services to help them in recovery
Skills
- Proven work experience as a LMSW
- Working knowledge of social theories and practices
- Social perceptiveness and empathy
- Ability to build and maintain professional helping relationships
- Ability to relate and communicate with diverse population and groups
- Resilience along with ability to assess situations
- Willing to submit to background checks
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 – $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
COVID-19 considerations:
All clients and staff wear masks, staff and clients are vaccinated, surfaces are deep cleaned regularly.
Experience:
- Social Services Occupations: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LMSW (Required)
Work Location: Multiple Locations
More Information
- Salary Offers $20 - $35 an hour