2 education jobs found in New York, NY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Senior Center Social Worker serves as a vital resource for older adults and their families within our older adult center. This role involves conducting psychosocial assessments, developing individualized care plans, and connecting participants with essential government benefits like Medicare and Medicaid. The Social Worker acts as a liaison and advocates, facilitating support groups and organizing wellness programs to combat social isolation. This position requires a compassionate professional capable of crisis intervention and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to foster a supportive environment for diverse aging populations. Specific responsibilities and duties include: • Advocate for clients to resolve challenges • Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate client’s medical or physical conditions and assess client’s needs. • Refer client or family to community resources to assist in recovery from mental...

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Under the general supervision of the Supportive Housing Programs Supervisor, the Tenant Services Coordinator at Hillside Senior Apartments is responsible for providing light-touch social services to all tenants of the development with a focus on providing case management and support services for previously homeless seniors referred from NYC shelters. Specific responsibilities include: + Actively coordinate day-to-day on-site services for tenants and ensure all service provision is representative of RiseBoro’s mission + Complete needs assessments and develop ongoing, tenant-centered support plans for all tenants; review support plans periodically and document the successful completion of tasks and objectives + Provide ongoing case management, assistance, and advocacy, providing information and referrals to community services as needed, including supportive counseling and crisis intervention services...