Social Worker, Deepdale NORC

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Functions as part of a multidisciplinary team consisting of social workers, nurses and

administrative staff

 Provides case management, case assistance and advocacy for older adults in the office, in their

homes and via telephone.

 Assists seniors in identifying and applying for benefits and entitlements for which they may

qualify

 Documents all client contacts in the NYC Aging’s Peer Place application in a timely manner

 Meets with potential new members to explain services available

 Facilitates support groups, educational/recreational activities and intergenerational programming

to meet contractual obligations and the needs of Deepdale Gardens residents over the age of 60

 Collaborates with program team to create new programming, special events, calendars, flyers,

and program guide descriptions for activities

 Interfaces with NORC Advisory Board members, Program Officers from NYC Aging and NYS Office

for the Aging

 Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

 Licensed Master’s Degree in Social Work and experience working with a geriatric population

required; if not yet licensed, must become licensed within 6 months of employment

 Knowledgeable about benefits and entitlements relative to older adults

 Experience utilizing Google Docs/Sheets, Microsoft Office applications, internet and email

 Experience utilizing Zoom technology for virtual programming

SPECIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

 Ability to travel to multiple service sites within the agency, and to make home visits

JOB DETAILS

• Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours; occasional evening or weekend hours may

be required

• Clinical hours towards “C” licensure and supervision available
• A car and valid driver’s license is required
• This is a Union position
• Salary Range: $62,250 to $67,500 depending on licensure
• Location: Little Neck, NY 11362