Job Description

The Deepdale CARES Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC) is a program of Commonpoint, a multipurpose social service agency. Our mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through a broad range of social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.

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

To Apply : Send resume with cover letter to bbeckerbruno@commonpoint.org Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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