Social Worker

Social Worker Maximum Legal Services Corporation Honolulu, HI Job Details Full-time $27.88 - $32.00 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Free parking Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Crisis intervention Master of Social Work Confidential information handling LSW Crisis management In-person customer service Safety plans Microsoft Office Analysis skills Driver's License Bachelor's degree Case management Problem-solving Organizational skills Productivity software Social Work Gerontology Communication skills Time management

Full Job Description Job Summary:

The Social Worker (if LSW) will assist attorney(s) to assess clients' personal and social needs and circumstances. The Social Worker will work directly with clients who have a variety of different backgrounds and issues, ranging from care home placement for elderly individuals to addressing needs of special needs individuals. The Social Worker will work directly with the attorneys and other staff to prepare for new client cases and upcoming cases involving conservatorship/guardianship, trustee and probate administration cases. A Social Worker may advocate for a client's needs, provide resources, assist clients with benefits, resolve housing issues, assist with budgeting and other services as may be requested. This position is located at Maximum Legal Service Corporation (MaxCorp), a Hawaii non-profit corporation located in downtown Honolulu. This position may be full-time or part-time but requires a minimum of 30 hours per week. In person attendance during office hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) is a requirement for this position. Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Pay:

• $27.88 to $32.00, depending on education and experience.
• Opportunity for annual bonus determined by time in service and performance, and subject to budget approval.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Fifteen (15) to twenty (20) paid vacation days per year, depending on time in service. (Full-time only)
• Ten (10) paid sick days per year. (5 paid sick days per year for part-time status)
• Fourteen (14) paid holidays per year.
• Employee parking fully covered by the employer, subject to space availability.
• Simple IRA with up to 3% of salary employer matching contribution.
• Group term life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Additional voluntary insurances and employee perks.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May direct the work of clerical employees in lower job classifications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts letters, email updates, and case log updates, as needed.
• Researches and analyzes government benefits or other social benefits for clients; provides written or oral analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and other interested persons and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include case logs or personal items from clients.
• Assists attorneys with administration services, which may include attending meetings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Monitors changes to government guidelines or regulations and submits reports on pertinent changes or updates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of social work foundations and fundamentals, with a focus on gerontology and health issues
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Ability to work successfully in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Driver's license with access to a car for work-related business required.

Education and Experience:

• Master in Social Work.
• LSW (licensed by the State of Hawaii)
• Some related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV, and references

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$27.88 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person