JOB SUMMARY
You will provide wraparound social work services and case management to individuals in need of benefits and entitlements in the community. You will work a 4 hour shift - Monday to Friday.
ABOUT YOU
You will provide assistance with case management in a social services environment. You will be fluently communicating with Russian and Spanish speaking individuals.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Conduct comprehensive assessment for all individuals who contact the social services department, including those in need of food pantry and workforce services.
- Assist individuals with applying for all qualifying benefits.
- Assist pantry clients and screen for further needs.
- Provide guidance and education to individuals about available services.
- Work closely with JCC off site programs to provide information on available services and benefits.
- Make internal referrals to other JCC programs including GED, ESL, Career Connections, CHIPS.
- Ensure compliance with funders’ protocols.
- Maintain records of all efforts, including, outreach, contacts, outcomes.
- All other projects assigned by supervisor.
- Appropriately represent the Center in all forums.
OUR REQUIREMENTS
- At least 2 years’ experience working in the social services field
- Must have excellent communication skills; verbal, written and computer
- Must be trained on interviewing skills, client assessment, determining eligibility, community resources, and information/referral process.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the community.
- Bilingual Russian, and/or Spanish a plus.
- Annual Medical Clearance
SALARY
$20.00 per hour
ABOUT US
The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island was founded in 1929 with the goal of creating a home for the Jewish community by offering social, recreational, and educational activities. Over time, that mission expanded to help anyone who walked through the doors of any of our facilities. The JCC has become a true community center—not just for the Jewish community, but for the entirety of Staten Island.
Programs serve the needs we see in our community and are constantly expanding to meet new demand. We serve people of all walks of life, from young children to seniors and everyone in between. The JCC is proud to offer services that help improve the quality of life for people on Staten Island and beyond. We strive to help those in need as well as provide recreational and educational opportunities for our members.
The JCC of Staten Island is dedicated to encouraging harmony throughout the community by providing facilities and programs that are open to all regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. Everyone is welcome at the JCC.