Social Worker

People’s Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire an experienced Social Worker (MSW), Marriage & Family Therapist (MFT), or Professional Clinical Counselor (PCC) that will provide direct clinical and case management services to individuals, groups, and families at PSHH rental properties located in San Luis Obispo and Morro Bay, CA. This individual will refer residents to services in the community that will move them towards independent living and self-sufficiency. Individuals with experience working with the homeless, mentally ill, and/or substance abuse clients are preferred

With a mission to build affordable homes and site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities, People's Self-Help Housing is the longest-serving nonprofit developer on California’s Central Coast. We serve low-income working families, farmworkers, seniors, and veterans, and we provide welcoming environments for those living with disabilities and for the formerly homeless. Along with building and managing beautiful and accessible neighborhoods in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties, we offer a broad array of programs to promote health, education, and connections to community-based resources.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week, 5 days per week).
The position is eligible to gain hours towards licensure through LCSW supervision.

Salary DOE, with a very competitive benefit package including:

• Employer-paid Medical/Dental/ Vision, LTD/ STD
• Pension Profit Sharing Plan
• Remote work available
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Time
• Employer investment in professional education and employee wellness
• An excellent supportive staff and work environment.

$3,000 Signing Bonus:
We are offering a $3,000 signing bonus after successfully completing 90 days of employment. This bonus will be paid out in full following the 90-day mark as a part of our commitment to your long-term success with People's Self-Help Housing.

Responsibilities

• Working collaboratively and cooperatively with property management staff and other personnel
• Solicits and responds to referrals from property management staff, residents directly and people in the community calling on behalf of rental property tenants who have challenges related to day-to-day functioning.
• Client assessments, development and oversight of case management plans for long term success.
• Emphasis is placed upon collaboration with other community agencies.
• Assists residents with referrals to community resources, benefit programs and related services.
• When appropriate completes an evaluation, a plan and a service agreement with the resident.
• Documents all face-to-face contacts, phone contacts with and on behalf of the resident and all activities related to the service agreement.
• Maintains identified service record in the SHP database.
• Accompanies residents to appointments as required, to ensure services are received
• Crisis intervention, counseling and case management with residents as needed.
• Referral to long term therapy services in the community as needed.
• Assists with property activities related to Health and Community Services functions
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Supervisor and/or Director of Resident Service

Requirements

• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Master’s Degree in psychology, marriage & family therapy (MFT), social work (MSW), or Professional Clinical Counseling (PCC).
• Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker or license eligible preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to work with different cultures, ethnicities and minorities.
• Ability to identify mental health conditions, diagnose and provide treatment and/or appropriate referrals.
• Sitting for long periods of time, walking and stretching, occasional light lifting, travel via automobile.
• Travel is required during regular business hours.

Additional Compensation

A 5% salary increase is available once a Social Worker successfully passes a licensure exam.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00 - $74,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $72,000 - $74,000