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Remote Social Worker - Community Support
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify client needs and strengths.
- Develop and implement individualized service plans in collaboration with clients.
- Provide counseling and emotional support to individuals and families.
- Connect clients with community resources, healthcare providers, and social services.
- Advocate for clients' rights and access to essential services.
- Maintain confidential and accurate client records in compliance with privacy regulations.
- Monitor client progress and adjust service plans as needed.
- Facilitate support groups and educational workshops (virtually).
- Collaborate with other professionals and agencies to coordinate care.
- Stay informed about available community resources and support programs.
- Respond to crisis situations with appropriate intervention strategies.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
- Registered Social Worker with relevant professional body.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in social work, case management, or community support.
- Proficiency in psychosocial assessment and intervention techniques.
- Strong knowledge of local community resources and social welfare systems.
- Excellent active listening, empathy, and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
- Proficiency in record-keeping and case management software.
- Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively in a remote setting.
- Experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation is advantageous.
- This role serves the community of Kisumu, Kisumu, KE , but is performed entirely remotely.
Remote Social Worker - Community Support
Posted 20 days ago
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Remote Social Worker - Community Support
Posted 19 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct remote client assessments to identify needs and strengths.
- Develop and implement individualized case management plans.
- Provide virtual counseling and emotional support to clients.
- Connect clients with appropriate community resources and services (e.g., housing, employment, healthcare).
- Advocate for clients' needs with relevant agencies and service providers.
- Monitor client progress and adjust intervention strategies as needed.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records using secure digital systems.
- Collaborate effectively with other members of the remote support team.
- Provide crisis intervention and support when necessary.
- Stay informed about local resources and social service programs.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW) from an accredited institution.
- Valid social work license or certification (e.g., LCSW, LSW, MSW).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in case management, counseling, or community support.
- Proficiency in using video conferencing software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Strong understanding of social welfare systems, mental health, and relevant community resources.
- Excellent active listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to empathize with clients and maintain professional boundaries.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage a remote caseload effectively.
- Commitment to upholding ethical standards and client confidentiality.
Remote Social Worker - Community Support
Posted 20 days ago
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This role requires a deep understanding of social work principles, ethical standards, and a compassionate approach to client care. You will manage a caseload of clients, maintaining detailed case notes and progress reports through secure digital platforms. Collaboration with other social service agencies, healthcare providers, and community stakeholders will be crucial to ensure comprehensive support for clients. The ideal candidate possesses strong assessment, intervention, and crisis management skills, coupled with excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Proficiency in utilizing telehealth platforms and other remote work tools is essential. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work or a related field, along with relevant professional registration and experience, is required.
This is an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of others while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. We are looking for individuals who are resilient, empathetic, and committed to social justice. You will need to be highly organized, able to work independently, and maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information. The ability to navigate complex social systems and advocate effectively for clients is paramount. This role is integral to our client's commitment to strengthening community well-being and providing accessible social support. The geographical focus for this position will be on serving individuals and families within the Kisumu, Kisumu, KE area, coordinating support networks and resources to foster positive outcomes.
Remote Social Worker - Community Support
Posted 5 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct remote client assessments to identify social, emotional, and environmental needs.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
- Provide counseling and support services via secure video conferencing and phone calls.
- Connect clients with community resources, services, and agencies appropriate to their needs.
- Advocate for clients' rights and access to services within the community.
- Monitor client progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with ethical and legal standards.
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as healthcare providers, educators, and legal advisors, to ensure holistic client support.
- Respond to crisis situations with appropriate intervention and referral strategies.
- Facilitate support groups or educational sessions remotely for clients.
- Stay informed about relevant social policies, legislation, and community services.
- Contribute to program development and evaluation efforts.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
- Current professional license or registration as a Social Worker in Kenya.
- Proven experience working as a social worker, with a strong understanding of case management and intervention strategies.
- Excellent communication, active listening, and empathy skills.
- Proficiency in using virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom, Skype for Business) and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a caseload remotely.
- Knowledge of local community resources and social service networks.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and maintain professional boundaries in a remote setting.
- Commitment to ethical practice and client confidentiality.
- Experience working with specific populations (e.g., children, elderly, individuals with disabilities) is an advantage.
- Fluency in English and relevant local languages is preferred.
Remote Social Worker - Community Support
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- Conducting comprehensive assessments of client needs, including psychosocial, economic, and environmental factors.
- Developing individualized service plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
- Providing direct counseling and support services to clients facing various challenges, such as poverty, unemployment, health issues, or domestic concerns.
- Connecting clients with appropriate community resources, social services, and support networks.
- Advocating for clients' rights and ensuring access to necessary services.
- Monitoring client progress and adjusting service plans as needed.
- Maintaining accurate and confidential client records in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
- Collaborating effectively with other professionals, agencies, and community stakeholders.
- Facilitating support groups and educational workshops (virtually).
- Staying informed about community resources, policies, and best practices in social work.
- Responding to crisis situations and providing immediate support as needed.
- Participating in case consultations and interdisciplinary team meetings.
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