Social Worker enhancing synagogue partnerships for older adults' support in New York City. Collaborating with congregations and providing social work support to community members.
Responsibilities
Serve as a liaison to 4-7 synagogue partners, working in collaboration with the Manager of Synagogue Partnerships Program on program opportunities, strategic growth, and individual case interventions.
Work with rabbis, synagogue staff, and lay leaders on issues related to older adults and caregivers.
Conduct outreach and home visits to older adults and caregivers and provide support to members of each synagogue based on their unique ends.
This includes but is not limited to: completing comprehensive psycho-social assessments and providing case assistance, supportive counseling, and information and referrals to DOROT programs and other community services.
Lead or co-lead support groups on issues of social isolation, bereavement, caregiving, and other relevant topics.
Support lay leaders in Bikkur Cholim committees at the synagogues the Outreach Social Worker serves.
Advise synagogue staff regarding inclusion of older adult congregants in synagogue life.
Assist with other synagogue efforts related to older adults and caregivers, including technical assistance to synagogues interested in implementing DOROT’s intergenerational or other programs.
Support the Manager of Synagogue Partnership Program in deepening existing relationships and expanding DOROT’s partnership model:
Promote DOROT awareness within existing synagogue partner congregations;
Present to synagogue communities on issues of aging and social isolation and speak at synagogue events;
Assist with writing, developing and distributing materials to promote the SPP.
Carry a caseload of Friendly Visiting matches between older adult synagogue congregants and volunteer friendly visitors.
Stay up to date on relevant issues that relate to aging in the community.
Represent DOROT at community outreach events, networking opportunities, and conferences.
Collaborate with peers and other departments to enhance the agency’s overall goals and impact:
With Community Outreach and Marketing and Communication for ongoing promotion and recruitment of older adults and volunteers.
With Volunteer Services and Intergenerational Engagement departments to identify older adults for certain program opportunities.
With Advancement, to identify appropriate candidates for media/promotional opportunities and assist constituents within the caseload.
Collect, track and maintain case assessment and related client interactions using DOROTs’ online database (Salesforce); this includes routine data entry and timely case note documentation.
Information & Referral helpline coverage, as needed.
Special projects and other duties as assigned.
Requirements
LMSW or Licensed Mental Health Clinician required
A minimum of 2 years of professional relevant work experience
Knowledge of synagogue structure and professional and lay leadership, strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of and experience with issues and resources that relate to and help meet the needs of older adults and caregivers, particularly in New York City
A self-starter who takes initiative and has a successful track record in working both independently and as part of a team
Passion and sensitivity for DOROT’s Mission and needs within Manhattan Jewish communities
Strong interpersonal, clinical, group facilitation, and presentation skills
Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills
Experience working with volunteers a plus
Availability to work approximately 8 Sundays and/or work nights per year for programs or events; this includes up to four events that may not be within your regular scope of work
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Salesforce or a similar constituent management system/database and experience with Canva a plus
This position requires use of public transportation for occasional visits to older adults’ homes. Travel expenses are covered by DOROT
Benefits
Generous time off
DOROT offers 20 days of vacation per year
10 paid Federal holidays
Up to as many as 13 paid Jewish holidays
Early office closures on Fridays
Fully paid Parental Leave
Healthcare benefits
Medical, vision, dental, short-term disability, life insurance, and more
A choice of benefits to ensure that you and your family are taken care of.
Support to plan for your future
Discretionary 403(b) contribution after your first 2 ¼ years with us with the opportunity for increasing contributions as you stay with us over time
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