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Job Description
| COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKER |
Job Code: 8410
Pay Grade: 013
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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| General Functions |
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Performs responsible social work in providing services to clients. Work is performed under the supervision of an assigned supervisor and is reviewed through observations, conferences, reports and results achieved. |
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| Representative Duties /Assignments |
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Duties may vary based on area of assignment.
- Provides information and referral services for general assistance, counseling, medical assistance, and/or mental health services.
- Develops an individual or family case plan to accomplish identified goals. Monitors progress toward goals and recommends continuation or termination of services.
- Screens and interviews applicants for eligibility for various programs, financial assistance or other services, which may include conducting assessments and evaluations for eligibility.
- Provides referrals for applicants and clients to appropriate service providers, including governmental and nonprofit agencies.
- Participates in periodic staff conferences; confers with superiors on difficult assignments
- Maintains accurate case files, prepares reports and correspondence on assigned cases and maintains related status records in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Makes home visitations and other investigations to ascertain the exact nature of home environment and/or progress in meeting case plan goals and to supplement information gained by the personal interview.
- Develops and coordinates prevention and outreach services.
- Performs related work as required.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
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Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) and no experience or Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Counseling, Psychology, Behavioral or Health Sciences or a closely related field and one year of experience in Social Services.
Must be able to demonstrate intermediate to advanced proficiency in word processing functions, preferably Microsoft Word and email functions.
May be required to possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License and may be required to provide own vehicle for job related duties |
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| Preferences |
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12/14/2005
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