What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Service Coordinator (MD) position at Korean Community Service Center of Greater Washington?
Job Description
- Provide casework assistance to Project Coordinators/Social Workers, including setting up and coordinating appointments for KCSC clients, assisting with transporting clients to appointments, as needed, providing interpretation/translation services.
- Circulate information to KCSC program staff and answer telephones and direct calls to appropriate staff person
- Schedule appointments, as needed.
- Responsible for pre-screening, intake, and need assessment
- Provide comprehensive case management to individuals and families to help them with their social service needs and to access income security benefits which will include, but are not limited to, SSI and SSA, LIHEAP (energy assistance), SNAP, property tax credit, senior housing, Medicaid, Medicare, and/or Medicare Part D
- Provide emergency financial assistance to low-income individuals at risk of becoming homeless due to eviction, foreclosure, domestic violence, etc.
- Provide a quarterly outreach seminar to low-income individuals to provide information related social services
- Provide ongoing information and referral services
- 2 days in Gaithersburg(MD) office and 2 days in Silver Spring(MD) office.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in social services, social work, psychology, or related human service field, earned in the United States
- Knowledge of Korean immigrant community and bilingual proficiency (both verbal and written fluency) in English and Korean is a must.
- Valid driver’s license, access to an insured and registered vehicle, and willingness to use a vehicle to travel to outreach events or partner meetings.
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in public speaking and group facilitation a plus.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work in teams in diverse settings.
- Experience in working with Microsoft Office suites and the Internet.
Benefits:
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Telecommuting option (one day / week)
- Paid Leave (vacation, holidays, sick/safe leaves)
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Health Insurance (including Dental and Vision Insurance)
- Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan
- Flexible Savings Account
- Professional Development Reimbursement
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Probation Period: Initial three months
Work Hours: 40 hours/week
** KCSC is an equal opportunity employer**
Salary : $48,672 - $52,416
