FLSA: Exempt/Overtime Ineligible

Benefits: Eligible

Hours Per Week: 40/Full-time

Met Council is America’s largest Jewish charity dedicated to serving the needy. We fight poverty through comprehensive social services and by treating each client with compassion, integrity, and respect. Our programs are staffed by experts who help over 325,000 clients each year and advocate on behalf of all needy New Yorkers. Our services include 100% affordable housing at 21 locations, family violence services, Holocaust survivor assistance, geriatric social work, crisis intervention and the largest free kosher food distribution program in the world. Our network of 120 food pantries, affordable housing sites, and JCCs provide services directly in neighborhoods across New York City.

Position Summary:

The Geriatric Social Worker will be an integral member of the agency’s Elder Abuse Prevention Program (EAPP), funded by the NYC Department for the Aging. EAPP provides services to survivors of elder abuse and financial exploitation in Southern Brooklyn communities. The social worker will be responsible for providing assistance to a caseload of victimized seniors, primarily implementing interventions to enhance the safety and stability of clients. This may include petitioning Family Court to secure Orders of Protection, advocacy with courts/judges, NYPD, Adult Protective Services, the District Attorney’s office, etc., referrals to legal services, victim’s services, mental health treatment, financial assistance, etc. The social worker will provide trauma-informed, short term supportive counseling, assistance with safety planning and securing safety modifications and devices, as well as outreach to community-based organizations/senior centers to provide presentations on prevention of elder abuse. This role will be partially based in our South Brooklyn field office and partially at our Manhattan office with an option to work from home on Fridays.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide direct services to elder abuse victims and survivors to maximize safety and stability.
• Perform intakes and assessments and enter case notes into database.
• Conduct advocacy with government, legal/law enforcement, and other social service agencies on behalf of clients.
• Make referrals for services including legal services, home safety modifications, mental health treatment, etc.
• Deliver trauma-informed supportive counseling on a short-term basis.
• Work in the field including home visits (when needed), accompanying clients to court, and meeting with clients in our South Brooklyn field office.
• Keep track of ongoing data to ensure deliverables are met.
• Assist with reports to funder.
• Attend meetings with funder.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Competencies:

• Self-starter with ability to follow through on client case management needs.
• Capable of working with many cultures in a sensitive and caring manner.
• Ability to speak publicly, make presentations, and provide services in a second language (preferred).
• Strong engagement and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage own time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals.
• Commitment to serving vulnerable or poor New Yorkers.
• Knowledge of NYC’s diverse immigrant communities a plus.

Skill and Education:

• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
• Previous experience working with older adults (preferred)
• Read, write, and speak another language in addition to English (preferred).
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook.

Compensation: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits: Major medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Pre-tax commuter benefits, FSA, 403(b), plus generous vacation, sick leave and holidays.