Social Worker - Early Start Assessment

Job Description

Job Description

Social Worker - Early Start Assessment

Starting Starting Salary

Bachelor's Degree : $58,083 - $69,700

Master's Degree : $64,008 - $76,810

Are you looking to make an impact and do work you are passionate about?

GGRC is committed to assisting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities lead lives of liberty and opportunity. We are currently hiring Social Workers - Early Start Assessment to lead the assessment of applicants (0-36 months) who are applying for services under the Early Start program. Facilitate IDCT eligibility assessment coordination and for those found eligible develop Initial IFSP within 45 days of referral.

This role offers a hybrid schedule giving you the opportunity to work in with clients in their homes in San Mateo County, from our San Mateo office and from the comfort of your own home. Local travel within the county lines of San Mateo will be required. Access to reliable transportation will be needed.

Responsibilities

Initial Early Start Applicant Assessment

• Contact the client / family / guardian and makes an appointment to meet with them.
• Interview for purposes of obtaining social, emotional, developmental and familial information to form a home based assessment.
• Obtain the completed intake information from client and / or family and conducts a need assessment prioritizing available resources selections.
• Clarify the request for services and the needs of client / family.
• Review and analyze available data; identify barriers and opportunities in clients’ developmental objectives and plans.
• Design, monitor and revise Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) to meet personal goals and determines client availability within the state mandated timeframes.
• Work with client families to assess needs, preferences and life choices.
• Confirm any immediate needs and provide or arrange for any necessary interventions or services.
• Meets with the applicant / family / guardian within a designated time period and reviews submitted
• materials.
• Obtain the completed application form from applicant and / or family (or assist in completion of form).
• Provide information regarding Golden Gate Regional Center, Early Start and services available.
• Interview for purposes of obtaining social, emotional, developmental and familial information to form social diagnosis
• Completes Early Start Assessment report
• Schedule and coordinate meetings with team and applicants
• Obtain necessary information to complete Applicant Developmental Evaluation Report (CDER)
• Obtain any additional signed Release of Information forms for additional data base material
• Submit completed application packet and completed Releases of Information to the Office Assistant – Intake
• Coordinate assessment team's completion of the CDER at the time of eligibility determination
• Provides information and referrals for applicants who are not eligible for agency services
• Research available community resources and services

Ensure that services are provided per the Lanterman Act and Title XVII

Reporting and Administration

Organizational Support

Requirements

Education / Training

Experience

Skills

Competency Traits

Desired Qualifications

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical and Dental benefits with a generous employer contribution and additional employer paid Life, Disability and Vision coverage

10% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement account to help you save for the future!

GENEROUS TIME OFF BENEFITS!!!

No really, we mean generous :

13 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays, 6 personal holidays, and up to 5 paid days for continuing education

What makes GGRC so special?

GGRC values diversity, we believe in creating an environment where people of all backgrounds can collaborate to find solutions to complex problems. We are community minded and passionate.

GGRC values each person as a full, robust, and unique individual and interacts with each person in a manner that is respectful and responsive. We endeavor to place each person at the center of his, her or their own life. We approach each person as an expert on his, her or their own life and identity with a clear and attentive inquiry into what is important to, as well as important for, that one person (whether coworker or person-served, family member or other stakeholder).

How to apply :

GGRC values diversity; people of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Please complete the application and submit your most recent resume. If you feel that the questions do not accurately capture what you have to offer Golden Gate Regional Center, you are also welcome to attach a cover letter. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis so we encourage you to submit yours soon. We look forward to reading your application.

Golden Gate Regional Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.