Social Worker II

Ezra Network Social Worker/Clinician

The Ezra Network social worker/clinician will provide mental health and case management services to individuals and families within the local Jewish community. The Ezra program also works collaboratively with partner agencies JVS SoCal (employment) and Bet Tzedek (legal services).

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in social work or related field
• Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences
• Unrestricted CA Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance
• Clinical skills and experience providing mental health services required
• Skills and experience providing client case management
• Knowledge of community resources and government benefits a plus
• Bilingual Russian, Farsi and/or Hebrew is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite applications. Ability to use Electronic Health Records systems and new computer applications
• Culturally sensitive and able to work with a multicultural Jewish community population
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an integrated treatment team
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries
• Ability to utilize a strength based, non-judgmental, person-centered approach
• Flexibility and ability to work autonomously
• Ability to effectively utilize telehealth platforms
• Stellar time management skills required
• Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) prior to beginning employment

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Provide case management and counseling services to members of the Jewish community.
• Conduct full clinical and targeted case management assessments
• Develop treatment plans and provide ongoing support
• Assist eligible clients in applying for government benefit and financial assistance
• Coordinate with partner organizations providing legal, vocational, and other supportive services.
• Provide follow-up to monitor client progress and changing needs.
• Provide timely electronic documentation, tracking and recordkeeping as required
• May be required to be a Field Work Supervisor and/or preceptor for Social Work students
• Other related duties as assigned
• Supervised hours towards licensure may be available but not guaranteed

Jewish Family Service is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

Position reports to the Clinical Supervisor