Social Worker II (Part TIme)

About the position Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles (JFSLA) is seeking a dedicated Social Worker II to join our team on a part-time basis. This position is integral to our mission of providing comprehensive mental health and case management services to individuals and families within the Los Angeles County Jewish community. The Social Worker/Clinician will engage in one-on-one services, facilitate support groups, and assist clients in navigating and linking to various programs and resources both within JFS and the broader community. Services will be delivered through telehealth and in-person sessions at various locations, including synagogues and JFS sites. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Social Work or a related field and be registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. They will have a strong foundation in case management and clinical skills, with prior experience in mental health treatment being a significant advantage. A deep understanding of the Jewish community, its customs, and the ability to work effectively in a synagogue environment is essential. Bilingual capabilities in Russian, Farsi, and/or Hebrew are highly desirable, as is experience with crisis intervention and knowledge of government benefits. As part of a collaborative treatment team, the Social Worker/Clinician will conduct in-depth intake and biopsychosocial assessments, provide crisis intervention, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. They will also be responsible for training and consulting with clergy, staff, and volunteers, as well as facilitating psycho-educational groups and community presentations. The role requires excellent time management skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries while utilizing a strength-based, non-judgmental, person-centered approach. Supervised hours towards licensure may be available, although not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth intake and biopsychosocial assessments

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• Provide crisis-intervention, preventative and short-term case management and linkage, information & referral services at designated locations and via electronic means (Telehealth)

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• Identify and develop family and other informal support systems with the client

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• Provide counseling and mental health services as part of a comprehensive treatment plan

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• Provide clinical consultation to constituents of the community as appropriate

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• Collaborate on-site and remotely with synagogue staff and clergy

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• Provide training, consultation and presentations to clergy, staff and volunteers as needed

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• Develop, implement and facilitate targeted support and psycho-educational groups as well as community presentations

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• Provide timely documentation, tracking and recordkeeping

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• Prepare monthly statistical reports

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• May be required to be a Field Work Supervisor and/or preceptor for master's level students/interns

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• Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Master's Degree in social work or related field

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• Registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences

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• Unrestricted CA Driver's License and proof of auto insurance

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• Case management and clinical skills required

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• Prior experience providing mental health treatment a plus

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• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn community resources

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• Must have knowledge of Jewish community, Jewish religion and customs and ability to work well in a synagogue environment

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• Bilingual Russian, Farsi and/or Hebrew is a plus

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• Clinical experience with crisis intervention and knowledge of government benefits is a plus

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• Knowledge of safety issues when working with at-risk clients

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• Proficiency in common word processing, database software applications and the ability to learn Electronic Health Records systems and new computer applications

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• Culturally sensitive and able to work with a multicultural client population

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• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an integrated treatment team

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• Ability to maintain professional boundaries

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• Ability to utilize a strength based, non-judgmental, person-centered approach

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• Flexibility and ability to work autonomously

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• Ability to effectively utilize Telehealth platforms

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• Stellar time management skills required

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• Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) prior to beginning employment

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in community outreach

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• Familiarity with local mental health resources

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• Experience in group therapy facilitation

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

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• Nurturing work environment

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• Opportunities for professional development

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• Supervised hours towards licensure available but not guaranteed

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