Licensed Social Worker - Holocaust Survivor Program

Selfhelp

Selfhelp

New York, NY, USA
USD 60k-62,400 / year
Posted on Aug 5, 2025

Position Summary: Provides support and case management to children of Holocaust survivors.

Principal Responsibilities:

  • Conduct intakes, provide accurate information and referrals.
  • Screen and assess clients’ needs, including for entitlements and benefits, emergency cash assistance; make referrals as appropriate.
  • Advocate on behalf of clients and arrange for provision of services; develop implement and follow up on care plans.
  • Provide individual supportive counseling and make appropriate referrals.
  • Facilitate support groups for children of Holocaust survivors.
  • Performs outreach to HSP programs and other organizations serving survivors in NYC to connect with children of survivors.
  • Maintain complete and accurate case notes utilizing the program’s data system; prepare required documentation in case file within organizational time frames
  • Maintain and report on statistics according to Selfhelp standards, utilizing the program’s data system and other forms of record keeping as needed.
  • Actively participate in supervision and staff meetings and share any emergent issues with supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Supervise social work students (if applicable).
  • Adhere to organization’s standards by completing annual mandatory trainings in a timely manner on topics including – but not limited to – Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, IT Security Awareness, Compliance, OSHA, HIPAA and any other training the organization may deem necessary regarding regulatory compliance or good business practices.
  • Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationships with co-workers.
  • Adheres to the organization’s policy regarding absenteeism and appearance and health and safety standards.

Salary Ranges: $60,000 - $62,400 commensurate with experience

Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications:

  • LMSW with 3-5 years' experience with older adults and traumatized populations preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other technology
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Excellent customer service skills with a focus on treating clients with respect and dignity
  • Able to multi-task and work independently with great attention to detail

Working Conditions/Physical Demand:

  • Business office environment with phone and computer use, travel via public transportation. This position may have the ability to work from home 2-3 times per week.