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Volunteers of America Delaware Valley

Social Worker

Career Insights for Family / School / General Social Worker

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What they do

A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.

$70,334 / year median in New Jersey

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Current Job Opportunities 8/18/2026 Social Worker
  • Burlington County (CV2684-219)
  • Safe Return Division Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Burlington County Shelter Provide clinical care.
Strengthen stability. Support successful reintegration. Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is seeking a compassionate, highly organized Social Worker (LCSW) to join the treatment team at our Burlington County Shelter. Reporting to the Program Director, this role provides direct clinical social work services to clients in transitional/emergency housing and medical respite. Services include clinical assessment, consultation, therapy, and client-centered advocacy—helping clients stabilize, access resources, and move forward.
What You'll Do:
Provide direct clinical social work services, including assessment, consultation, therapy, and client-centered advocacy Interview clients, families, and involved agencies to gather social/clinical data for diagnosis and treatment planning Conduct assessments and develop plans that enhance social functioning and support community reintegration Engage clients therapeutically to address mental health symptoms and coping challenges in the social environment Maintain an up-to-date directory of resources (health care, social services, housing, entitlements/disability, vocational supports) Make and coordinate appropriate referrals/linkages, updating resources monthly or as needed Engage with referral source representatives as requested to support continuity of care Prepare reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations as required by funding sources Document employment/treatment progress in permanent client files and collect required data Participate in required internal/external meetings, trainings, supervision, and staff conferences Maintain strict confidentiality and comply with administrative policies and procedures Complete other duties as assigned
What You Need:
New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 2 years of appropriate experience Working knowledge of Social Learning Theory, Cognitive-Behavioral interventions, and clinical assessment/evaluation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage priorities Valid driver's license and ability to meet agency driving standards Ability to pass a criminal background check Ability to handle Protected Health Information and comply with HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules Bilingual abilities are a plus
Why This Role Matters:
For people facing homelessness and complex health needs, timely clinical support can be the turning point. In this role, you'll help clients stabilize, build skills for recovery, access critical resources, and take practical steps toward safer, healthier, more independent lives. EEO of "Individuals with Disabilities" and "Veteran Status"/AA Click Here to Apply
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