LHNH is Hiring a Per Diem Social Service Worker
Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Per Diem Social Service Worker will be a critical part of the operations of the shelter and will provide direct social services to our clients assisting in the creation of a harmonious shelter environment.
Responsibilities:
The Per Diem Social Service Worker’s role will include providing direct service and supervision to clients; assisting clients with the intake process and identifying priority concerns, assisting clients with problem solving and conflict resolution; greeting and orienting clients while identifying their support needs; managing and documenting incidents clearly with well-written summaries of the events, monitoring the entry of all shelter visitors to the shelter; assisting with clinical support and other administrative tasks as required. The Per Diem Social Service Worker’s role will also include, but not be limited to assisting with medication compliance and record keeping, monitoring the facility and managing inventory and escorting clients who need additional support. Per Diem Social Service Workers will also assist clients with activities of daily living including providing personal care as needed.
Qualifications:
All applicants are required to have a Bachelor’s Degree and one year of relevant experience in the field of homelessness, behavioral health and/or substance abuse or residential support is preferred. A bilingual speaker in Spanish is preferred. The successful applicant must possess the ability to relate to diverse populations, have strong computer and writing skills and the ability to communicate clearly and directly. Given our 24 hour, 365 day program, we are seeking Per Diem Social Service Workers who can work evenings, nights and weekends in addition to some holidays.
Salary: $16/hour
To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume to shelterservice@lenoxhill.org.