Community Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Hackensack, New Jersey, United States Housing Authority Of Bergen County Full time

Client Evaluation and Assistance:

  • Perform thorough evaluations to identify clients' social, emotional, and psychological requirements.
  • Develop tailored support strategies and interventions to tackle clients' issues, including mental health challenges, domestic conflicts, substance dependency, and more.

Therapeutic Counseling and Support:

  • Provide therapeutic counseling and emotional assistance to clients dealing with personal or familial challenges.
  • Assist clients in formulating coping mechanisms and connecting with suitable community resources.

Resource Coordination within the Community:

  • Partner with local organizations, healthcare professionals, and community groups to connect clients with essential services such as medical care, financial support, vocational training, and legal help.
  • Keep an up-to-date catalog of available resources and services.

Advocacy and Client Empowerment:

  • Represent clients' interests to ensure their rights are upheld and they have access to vital services.
  • Empower clients through educational initiatives, workshops, and support groups designed to enhance life skills and promote self-sufficiency.

Emergency Response and Intervention:

  • Act swiftly in crisis situations within the community, providing immediate assistance and appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborate with emergency responders and relevant authorities as needed.

Record Keeping and Reporting:

  • Maintain precise and confidential documentation of client interactions, evaluations, and services rendered.
  • Generate reports on social work activities and outcomes for internal assessment and documentation purposes.
Requirements

Educational Background:
Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.

Licensure/Certification:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or eligibility for state licensure preferred.

Professional Experience:
Prior experience in social work, ideally in a community-focused environment or with diverse populations.

Empathy and Communication Skills:
Exceptional interpersonal abilities, empathy, and effective communication skills with individuals from various backgrounds.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
Capability to evaluate complex scenarios, devise intervention strategies, and implement effective solutions.

Advocacy Knowledge:
Familiarity with advocacy principles and a commitment to promoting clients' rights and welfare.

Ethical Conduct:
Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality in managing sensitive information.

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