Senior Social Service Worker - Homelessness & Coordinated Care

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At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self-sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.

Under the direction of the Homelessness & Coordinated Care (HCC) Unit Supervisor, the Senior Social Service Worker provides advanced social casework services and serves as a lead resource in coordinating outreach, engagement, and housing-focused services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. This position plays a critical role in supporting multidisciplinary responses at identified encampments throughout Marin County, including Binford Road and Hamilton Marsh, by helping clients overcome barriers to housing stability and connecting them with appropriate services and supports.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing advanced case management services to individuals experiencing complex housing, health, behavioral health, financial, and social service needs.
• Coordinating with HHS programs, County departments, community-based organizations, and individuals with lived experience to develop and implement effective service plans and improve client outcomes.
• Serving as a lead resource and providing consultation, mentoring, and support to staff working with individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Connecting clients to HCC programs and community resources, including Coordinated Entry, Behavioral Health Bridge Housing, CalAIM Housing-Related Community Supports, and other supportive services.
• Identifying barriers to housing stability and collaborating with clients and service providers to develop strategies that support successful transitions to permanent housing.
• Participating in the development, implementation, and improvement of homelessness services, procedures, and initiatives.

The Senior Social Service Worker will be joining a collaborative team committed to advancing innovative, client-centered approaches that promote housing stability and improve outcomes for Marin County residents experiencing homelessness.

The Health and Human Services Department (HHS), Homelessness & Coordinated Care (HCC) Division is recruiting for one (1) full-time, regular Senior Social Service Worker position.

Our highly qualified candidate has significant experience providing social services to individuals experiencing homelessness or other complex social and health-related challenges. They have demonstrated expertise in trauma-informed care, Housing First approaches, crisis intervention, and developing effective service plans for individuals with complex needs.

The ideal candidate is a skilled social worker who can build trust with clients, navigate challenging situations, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community partners. They bring strong judgment, compassion, and problem-solving skills to address barriers to housing stability and connect individuals to meaningful resources and supports.

The highly qualified candidate has experience serving as a lead resource or mentor to colleagues, providing consultation and guidance on complex cases, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. They are organized, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities while working effectively in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate is also an excellent communicator who can clearly convey complex information to diverse audiences, build collaborative partnerships, and represent HHS with professionalism and respect.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and techniques of interviewing.
• Community organizations and resources and the…