Social Worker – High Rise

Volunteers of America Minnesota is a nonprofit health and human services organization that annually serves more than 25,000 children, adolescents and their families, older adults, students, persons with disabilities and special needs, and adults completing incarceration. Since 1896, we have helped people gain self-reliance, dignity and hope.

This is a Benefits eligible PAID position, 32-40 hours per week.

Primary Duty:
Performs individual and group social work functions for Volunteers of America of MN High-rise Social Service Program as assigned in Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) High-Rise buildings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide social work services, including advocacy, information and assistance, and case management, to secure services and problem resolution for residents and clients of assigned buildings to assist people to live as independently as possible.
• Together with supervisor, evaluate and adjust services in the buildings as needed to ensure best outcomes for clients and residents.
• Outreach to individuals and groups within assigned buildings to ensure that residents and potential clients are aware of available services.

Education/

Experience:

• BSW in social work or BA in related field from an accredited institution
• Social work license in Minnesota (LSW)
• Minimum of two years experience in social work with elderly, other diverse populations, those with special needs or social service programs
• Experience working in North and Northeast Minneapolis a plus

Other Skills/Requirements:

• Ability to work independently within a team concept
• Advocacy, assessment and interviewing skills
• Knowledge of community resources
• Ability to keep accurate records and documentation according to professional standards
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks
• Ability to establish and maintain trusting relationships
• Ability to handle rejection
• Sensitivity to needs of individuals and families in crisis
• Capacity to view all persons positively, recognize their strengths, and respect their points of view
• Cultural and linguistic competence
• Patience and perseverance in dealing with program participants

The Senior Social Service Program provides a variety of services to Seniors enabling older adults to maintain independence.

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