What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker position at Lees Developmental Services LLC?
Job brief
We are currently seeking an emotionally intelligent Social Worker to join our team.
As an advocate, you will play a crucial role in helping children birth to three enhance their capacities and coping mechanisms, improving their daily lives and experiences. Within specified standards and timescales, you will provide valuable support and guidance, fostering positive change.
If you are a compassionate professional with expertise in social work, we invite you to apply for the position of Social Worker and become part of our team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in people’s lives.
We offer services to children in the Essex, Passaic, Middlesex, Union, and Sussex.
Responsibilities
- Making home visits to evaluate a child's living conditions and patterns of parent-child interaction.
- Preparing a social or emotional development assessnment of the child within the family context.
- Identifying, mobilizing, and coordinating community resource and services to enable child and family to receive maximum benefit from Early Intervention Services.
- Assisting the family of a child understanding the special needs of the child and enchancing the child's development.
- Maintain accurate records and report on the childs’ status
- Attend Meetings and Conferences
Requirements and skills
- Proven work experience as a Social Worker
- Working knowledge of social theories and practices
- Social perceptiveness and empathy
- Active License or Certification
- Ability to relate and communicate with diverse population and groups
- Resilience along with ability to assess situations
- Reliable form of transportation
- BS degree in social work (BSW), psychology or sociology
- Updated and Active Liability Insurance
