Our Client, Leveraging Equal Access Program (LEAP), is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our individual's disabilities range from Down syndrome, MR, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Autism, in addition to other cognitive and physical disabilities. Our team is creative, extraordinary, dynamic, and committed to serving the developmentally disabled community with positive impacts.
As a Social Worker with LEAP, you'll be one of those extraordinary people. We seek a passionate team player who can successfully assist in program goals and daily operations of the program. Beyond the desired qualifications, you must be willing to bring your creative ideas and your passion for success; we'll train you on the rest.
Do you have a combination of drive, helping others, success, and looking to make a change? If so, we welcome you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team.
**_We are seeking applicants only located in the North Bay Region (Napa, Vallejo, Fairfield, Petaluma, San Rafael, Novato, Vacaville)_**
**Job Duties & Responsibilities: **
- Responsible for the entire case management process, including assessment and evaluation, planning, authorizing, advocacy, monitoring, and reviewing documentation for completion.
- Responsible for providing a safe and welcoming environment for our individuals, developing case plans according to the needs of each individual, and providing ongoing support to individuals as they work toward achieving goals.
- Conduct initial and ongoing assessments and follow-up visits to each individual.
- Assess our LEAP individual's needs and link them with outside services such as primary medical care, outpatient treatment, government financial assistance, etc.
- Maintain all documentation and contacts as required by law, regulation, and policy
- Advocate on behalf of LEAP individuals to protect their rights under the law and ensure that they receive those services and benefits to which they are entitled.
- Collaborate with other departments and outside providers to support and advocate for LEAP individuals.
- Respond to crises, including providing de-escalation intervention and support to highly agitated individuals.
- Keep the supervisor informed of the caseload status and unmet needs in the community.
- Ability to cover evening and weekend shifts with specific caseloads.
Job Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university is required.
- 3+ years of customer service experience, preferably in human services, possess demonstrated commitment to customer service.
- Proficient in crisis intervention techniques and risk assessment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective client engagement and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries, handle sensitive information, and adhere to ethical guidelines.
- Knowledge of community resources and referral networks related to mental health and behavioral health services.
- Familiarity with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks governing behavioral health practice.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a non-profit.
- Prior experience in case management, social services, and mental health.
Why You'll Love Being at LEAP:
- 100% paid for Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 3% Company Match
- Vacation, Sick, and Mental Health Days
- Internet reimbursement
- Medical stipend
- Flexible working arrangements
- We build our people up. Every team member is treated as a long-term investment, and we recognize the value in always nurturing and training them so they can go above and beyond in their skills and job duties.