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Older Adult Social Worker
$69k-86k (estimate)
Full Time | Social & Legal Services
2 Months Ago
Commonpoint Queens is Hiring an Older Adult Social Worker Near Queens, NY
The Sam Field Older Adult Center, serving adults aged 60 , is a program of Commonpoint Queens, a multipurpose social service agency. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, cultural and recreational services and programs that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Functions as part of a team providing programs and services for adults aged 60 .
- Meets with potential new members to explain services available at the Older Adult Center and other Commonpoint Queens’ Older Adult Services programs, and recommends best programming to meet their interests and needs.
- Registers new clients, completes initial and follow-up assessments, and documents accordingly in the Department for the Aging (DFTA-NYC Aging) database (STARS Peer Place).
- Maintains updated member files in the database as well as paper charts, in accordance with DFTA standards and requirements.
- Develops and maintains a resource file of current benefits, entitlements, services and programs relevant to the older adult population; assists with completion of applications and forms, and makes referrals as needed.
- Creates and facilitates recreational, educational, cultural and/or support groups.
- Conducts and documents outcomes of friendly visiting (home visits), telephone reassurance calls, in-person and telephonic information and referrals, and other case assistance activities.
- Assists with the lunch program.
- Participates in program development, planning of special events, and contributes content for the Older Adult Services’ departmental newsletter.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
- Licensed Master’s Degree in Social Work and experience working with a geriatric population required.
- Knowledgeable about benefits and entitlements relative to older adults.
- Experience utilizing Google Docs/Sheets and Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience utilizing Zoom technology for virtual programming.
- Food Handlers Certification preferred, but may also be obtained within the first 3 months of employment.
SPECIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Proof of vaccination against the COVID-19 virus is required.
- Ability to travel to multiple service sites within the agency, and to make home visits.
- Ability to stand for one hour during meal service.
JOB DETAILS:
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours; some evening hours required; special events may require weekend hours.
- A car and valid driver’s license is required.
- This is a Union position.
- Salary Range: $62,500 to $67,500 depending on licensure.
- Location: Commonpoint Queens: Sam Field Center, Little Neck, NY 11362.
To Apply: Send resume with cover letter to bbeckerbruno@commonpointqueen.org. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Social & Legal Services
SALARY
$69k-86k (estimate)
POST DATE
02/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/05/2024
WEBSITE
commonpointqueens.org
HEADQUARTERS
FLUSHING, NY
SIZE
50 - 100
FOUNDED
1954
CEO
GARY BABAD
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
INDUSTRY
Social & Legal Services
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About Commonpoint Queens
Commonpoint Queens is dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual, family and communal life throughout Queens, through services to people of all ages, ability levels, stages of life and backgrounds.
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