Social Worker - Licensed (City Attorney's Office)

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Job Summary

Job Description
 

Overview

The Social Worker-Licensed is a professional licensed position that provides support, information, and advocacy for individuals, families, and seniors experiencing financial or any other kind of crisis.

Essential Functions

1 Provides support, information, and resources for citizens of the community in crisis or in need of support; advocates for individuals needing help, identifies resources, and facilitates options to create a better quality of life.

2 Builds and establishes relationships and completes intake information for persons needing support and assistance; performs initial interview, listens to problems, identifies issues, documents case notes, and compiles documents as necessary.

3 Refers clients to other agencies and support systems; works closely with other coordinators and court personnel to provide documentation and determine resources and support needed.

4 Schedules, arranges, and organizes client appointments with resources, social service connections, and other agencies; answers questions and directs clients to appropriate areas.

5 Input data and tracks information of client services, referrals, and statuses; maintains and updates databases and other programs.

6 Participates in and conducts various community activities; assists and is actively involved in health fairs, HOA meetings, local police department events, and other community courts; provide information, sets up table, and ensures community is made aware of services.

7 Drafts and submits regular reports regarding activities and client activities;

8 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1 Knowledge of the principles of civil and criminal law, city ordinances, state and federal laws, established precedents and sources of legal reference.
2 Knowledge of public service projects and programs

3 Knowledge of customer service and related skills.

4 Ability to use office machines and computer software.

5 Ability to coordinate, facilitate, and participate in community events and opportunities.

6 Ability to document social services activities and make presentations.

7 Ability to prepare routine correspondence and communication.

8 Communicating effectively orally and in writing.

9 Establishing and maintaining strong and effective relationships.

Experience

3 Years' of experience in social services, community management, or other related work.

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed social worker in the State of Texas

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Services or related field.

Salary Range

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.