What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker (On-Site) position at Alzheimers Foundation of America?
This is an exciting opportunity to be on the ground with the opening of a brand new center!
AFA History: AFA was founded in 2002 by a family caregiver to ensure families affected by Alzheimer’s disease always had a place to turn for guidance, support, and services.
AFA Mission Statement: The mission of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and fund research for better treatment and a cure.
Position Summary: The Social Worker will assist and provide supportive feedback and resources to individuals and families as they are faced with Alzheimer’s and Dementia related issues in person, via phone, emails, and other on-line communication methods.
Responsibilities:
- Provide intake and assessment to all clients to understand the progression of Alzheimer’s in the individual and individual needs; report finding to Center Manager and therapeutic specialist. Assess and address safety and/or risk and develop safety and intervention plans accordingly.
- Create and facilitate education programs with subject matter experts aimed towards caregivers.
- Provide counseling, educational information and resource referrals to clients in person, phone or online communication methods. Link callers and their families to appropriate services and programs.
- Conduct training to all caregivers, first responders/first contact and people in the field of supporting people with Alzheimer’s
- Facilitate support groups for care givers in need.
- Represent AFA at external conferences, seminars and events as needed.
- Assist with special projects as assigned and other duties as assigned within the scope of the role.
Qualifications:
Required: Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field (Psychology, Counseling, Mental Health or Gerontology) and NY State Licensed. Minimum of 2 years post-master’s experience specifically with an elder population; Alzheimer’s related a plus. intermediate computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Excellent interpersonal, listening, verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and responsibilities. Capacity to work independently and collaboratively with team. Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure. Need license
Preferred: Bi-Lingual English/Spanish a plus.
Legal Disclaimer: This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Management may at its discretion assign or re-assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description does not change the at-will employment relationship existing between the organization and its employees.
Please Note: Salary ranges are based on a government grant and AFA does not have flexibility outside the listed range.
Salary : $62,964 - $68,700
