Social Worker

Social Worker LCSW or LMSW - Case Management

SilverSource is a private, independent, not-for-profit organization providing information, counseling and financial assistance to the older adult population and their families. Founded in 1908, SilverSource advances the dignity, independence and quality of life of older adults by providing guidance for families and supportive services to those who are in need, by engaging in community partnerships and by advocating for sound public policies. Our vision is a society that ensures older adults have the resources to live independent, healthy and fulfilled lives.

SilverSource is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join our team. This position reports to the  Chief Program Officer and requires a minimum of 6 years of experience in a leadership role. Experience with older adults is preferred.  

What you will do: Responsibilities

·     Consult with clients and their families in the office, home or senior site as appropriate to provide assistance and referrals.

• Administer a comprehensive intake evaluation to assess clients’ physical and mental wellness, critical needs, preferences and abilities and vulnerabilities,
• Develop plans of action to improve the client’s well-being, identify solutions, and work on goals with client.
• Screen all clients for eligibility to Federal, State and local programs.
• Provide services such as financial assistance, application support, budgeting help, solution-focused short term counseling, and/or referrals to outside agencies/providers.
• Liaise with outside agencies such as Protective Services for the Elderly, City agents, Dept. of Mental Health and others as needed for collaboration on client care. 
• Develop and maintain positive collaborative relationships with community agencies and professionals to enhance resources to meet the needs of clients
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary planning team meetings, supervision and other staff development activities
• Utilize the agency’s electronic record system to ensure proper and timely completion of documentation, program statistics, and outcome data
• Other related activities as assigned
• Periodic follow up with clients to ensure they are safe, stable and in good physical and mental health
• Participate in weekly case management and biweekly staff meetings.
• Attend agency functions as appropriate

Requirements

• Master’s in social work or LCSW preferred
• 6 years’ experience working with seniors or vulnerable populations preferred
• Must have a positive person-centered demeanor
• Must be proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel)
• Must have the ability to learn new software and enter data accurately
• Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to multi-task
• Must be capable of handling a rolling caseload of up to 35 clients

Behavioral Skills

The ideal candidate for this position possesses a personal presence characterized by a sense of compassion, honesty, integrity, and care with the ability to engage clients and others to promote health, well-being and crisis resolution.

Qualifications:

LCSW or LMSW

Detail-oriented with excellent writing and presentation skills

Work Environment

This job operates in a collegial, professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, fax, photocopiers, scanners and associated software applications.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM with ½ hour for lunch.

Travel

Travel is generally limited to doing in-home visits, representing the agency at other entities in Stamford, and attending agency functions.  

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Full benefits package including health, dental, and retirement options. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.