Social Worker (Part-Time)

The Wilentz Senior Residence is located on The Oscar and Ella Wilf Campus for Senior Living. It is an independent living HUD-subsidized residence for anyone who is age 62 or older or individuals with disabilities. We are seeking a candidate with excellent listening and communication skills who can provide comprehensive social services to our residents. Become part of a caring and dedicated team that meets residents needs with a sense of comfort and compassion while maintaining a supportive living community.

This is a part time position with a schedule of Monday – Friday, 1:00pm – 5:00pm.

Qualifications

· License: LSW or LCSW (Required)

· Education: Bachelor’s (Preferred)

· Experience: 5+ years’ experience in social work, county services, and state social services programs. (Required)

Bilingual in Chinese or Mandarin, a plus

Responsibilities include:

· Evaluate existing and new residents based on their needs.

· Maintain constant communication with residents while addressing their concerns, needs, and goals. All while helping them keep positive attitudes.

· Establish and maintain a positive rapport with residents and their families.

· Perform weekly wellness checks.

· Act as a liaison between service provider and the resident needing service.

· Counsel residents and/or family members on such issues as: General well-being, tenant disputes, depression and loneliness, stress, health concerns, and other identified coping difficulties.

· Maintain confidential files and documents of interaction with residents and family members, including plans and tracking outcomes of case management services.

· Create new partnerships with agencies to enhance services available.

· Complete any HUD based social work reports.

· Coordinate Medical Programs and Activities, such as, health screenings, blood pressure screenings, podiatrist appointments, and discussion groups.

· Assist residents with applying for the NJ LIHEAP and Cooling Assistance program

· Assist Resident Services Coordinator with resident programs and activities to maintain monthly calendar.

· Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.

· Generate ideas and solutions to problems and assist in implementation.

· Support department/organization decisions, projects, and initiatives.

· Maintain positive relationships with tenants, staff, supervisors, and other departments.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $30,600.00 per year

Experience:

• social work, county/state social services programs: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• LSW or LCSW (Required)

Work Location:

• One location

Typical start time:

• 1PM

Typical end time:

• 5PM

Work Remotely:

• No