Medical Social Worker

POSITION: MEDICAL SOCIAL WORKER

RESPONSIBLE TO: Social Work Supervisor, Hong Fook Centers

COMMITMENT (HOURS): 40 hours/week

STATUS: Non-Exempt (3 months orientation period)

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Social Work Supervisor, the Medical Social Worker is responsible for psychosocial assessment and case management services for the participants of the Community Based Adult Service Centers.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Screens potential program participants, meeting with family members and referring agency representatives; completes intake assessment, including a home visit.

• Provides psychosocial assessment to the participants; develops and implements care plans.

• Works with and communicates effectively with the multidisciplinary team in developing appropriate treatment plans for the participants.

• Maintains current written case management records, including initial assessment and on-going evaluation of participants' care.

• Provides individual and family supportive counseling.

• Refers participants and their families to appropriate community agencies or facilities; acts as a liaison with such organizations and as an advocate for participants.

• Meets all administrative requirements including statistical records, medical records, staff meetings, etc.

• Other duties as assigned by Social Work Supervisor or Program Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

• Experience in human services strongly preferred, preferably in geriatric care.

• Experience in working with frail seniors and in a multidisciplinary team setting preferred.

• Possess a valid California Driver's License and vehicle to be used during home visits.

• Bilingual in English and Cantonese/Mandarin highly preferred; ability to communicate in one of the targeted Asian languages (Vietnamese, Filipino, other Southeast Asian language, or Korean) desired.

COMPETENCIES:

• Thorough knowledge of social work principles and practices, including case management, individual and group counseling techniques, and of community services and facilities which are available to seniors and their families.

• Skills in preparing complete and concise written materials, in assessing and effectively meeting the needs of the participants and their families, and in working effectively with other team members, representatives of community organizations and the public.

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to speak, see, read, and hear clearly.

• Ability to use a computer.

• Ability to drive.

• Ability to communicate clearly with others.

• Vision 20/20 with correction.

SALARY RANGE: The target hourly rate for this job is $29.42- $36.57 with benefits. The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on the education, experience, and skill set of the individual selected for this position.

Family Bridges, Inc. is a non-profit multi-services community-based organization that has been serving the Asian American communities in the East Bay for more than 50 years. Family Bridges, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age or disability.