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Case Worker, Holocaust Survivor Support Services

On-site, Work must be performed in or near Kings County, NY
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Full Time
    Start Date:
    September 1, 2026
    Compensation:
    USD $27 - $28 / hour
    Cause Areas:
    Seniors & Retirement

    Description

    The Holocaust Survivor Homecare Case Worker plays a vital role in providing compassionate, comprehensive support to Holocaust Survivors enrolled in JCCGCI’s HSSS Programs. This position requires empathy, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to improving the quality of life for Holocaust Survivors.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Maintain a Homecare Case Work caseload.
    • Conduct comprehensive home visits to intake and evaluate clients’ physical, emotional, and social needs.
    • Identifying unmet needs of each Homecare client (in addition to Homecare, such as health, social, mental health, financial, quality of life and other needs).
    • Develop individualized care plans tailored to each survivor’s circumstances and preferences.
    • Maintain consistent communication with clients and their families through regular check-in calls and in-person visits.
    • Collaborate with healthcare providers, community agencies, and other support services to ensure clients receive quality care and appropriate resources.
    • Assist in arranging homecare services, counseling, financial assistance, and other vital support systems.
    • Advocate on behalf of clients to ensure they receive respectful, comprehensive, and compassionate care.
    • Maintain accurate, timely, and complete client service records in accordance with funder, regulatory, and agency requirements.
    • Prepare regular reports summarizing client status, service delivery, and any ongoing needs or concerns.
    • Participate in staff meetings and trainings as required.
    • Additional duties, as assigned.

    Job Requirements:

    • High school education required; college degree in social work (BSW) or a related field or equivalent experience in social services or case management preferred.
    • Experience working with older adults, trauma survivors, or vulnerable populations is highly desirable.
    • Strong written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills, with empathy and cultural sensitivity.
    • Ability to manage multiple cases, and maintain organized, timely documentation.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
    • Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
    • Knowledge of local social services, healthcare systems, and community resources.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and data entry systems.
    • Bilingual Yiddish and/or Russian preferred.

    Pay: $27.00 - $28.00 per hour.

    Schedule: 35 hours per week.

    This role entails In-Office work with travel to clients' homes required.

    Generous PTO, comprehensive benefits package, and free on-site parking are included.

    JCCGCI Inc. is an EOE.

    Location

    On-site
    3001 W 37th St, Brooklyn, NY 11224, USA

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