About

• Description
• People's Self-Help Housing (PSHH) is looking to hire an experienced Social Worker who will provide direct clinical and case management services to individuals, groups, and families at PSHH rental properties. This individual will refer residents to services in the community that will move them towards independent living and self-sufficiency.
• Responsibilities
• Working collaboratively and cooperatively with property management staff and other personnel
• Solicits and responds to referrals from property management staff, residents directly, and people in the community calling on behalf of rental property tenants who have challenges related to day-to-day functioning.
• Client assessments, development, and oversight of case management plans for long-term success.
• Collaborates with other community agencies
• Assists residents with referrals to community resources, benefit programs, and related services.
• When appropriate, complete an evaluation, a plan, and a service agreement with the resident.
• Documents all face-to-face contacts, phone contacts with and on behalf of the resident, and all activities related to the service agreement.
• Maintains identified service records in the SHP database.
• Accompany residents to appointments as required to ensure services are received.
• Crisis intervention, counseling, and case management with residents as needed.
• Referral to long-term therapy services in the community as needed.
• Assists with property activities related to the resident's wellbeing.
• Other duties as assigned by the clinical supervisor and/or director of resident services

• Requirements
• Master’s degree in psychology, marriage and family therapy (MFT), social work (MSW), professional clinical counseling (PCC), or another relevant field.
• Must be able to supply all the data required to complete an education background check.
• Fluent in English and Spanish
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Excel.
• Ability to work with different cultures, ethnicities, and minorities.
• Ability to identify mental health conditions, diagnose them, and provide treatment and/or appropriate referrals.
• English and Spanish are biculturally preferred.
• A valid CA driver’s license with access to reliable vehicles.
• Registered with and follow all Board of Behavioral Science (BBS) guidelines associated with providing clinical services. If you do not currently register, you will be required to register with the BBS within 6 months of being employed.
• Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker/Marriage Family Counselor or license-eligible preferred.
• Sitting for long periods of time, walking, and stretching; occasional light lifting; travel via automobile.
• Travel may be required during regular business hours.