Case Worker French Pular Wolof
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JOB TITLE:

Case Worker

JOB LOCATION:

Long Island City, NY

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Responsible for performing a variety of casework duties, including meeting with residents and preparing psychosocial evaluations, including obtaining, analyzing, and evaluating data and developing service plans.
• Responsible for educating the residents about the facility's rules and regulations and providing information about the service plan process.
• Responsible for caseload and performs record-keeping functions as required, case notes, and census statistical reports while ensuring all records are kept confidential.
• Refers residents to agencies and programs as necessary and establishes a rapport and professional relationship with all stakeholders.
• Assists residents in establishing relationships with outside services. Arranges for transportation to necessary appointments.
• Prepares a facility workshop and meeting with clients relative to goals of Social Services and needs of residents and works closely with other personnel assigned to residents.
• Handles emergencies as they arise arrange for medical services. Attend regular staff meetings and documents progress to supervisor.
• Demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities in organization of workflow. Able to perform duties independently, with minimal need of direct supervision.
• Shows the ability to interact positively and helpfully with clients, visitors, contract staff, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Reflects commitment to building a supportive work environment and maintains a positive attitude at the workplace and towards job.
• Projects a good image in dealing with the public and clients and is willing to make an extra effort to help build a quality and caring shelter/program.
• Other tasks as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• French, Wolof, Pular speaking strongly preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred
• Knowledge of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability)
• Staff scheduling experience
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, & organization skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

SCHEDULE:

7 AM 7 PM

COMPENSATION:

$30 per hour