Social Worker: Working Title - Library Social Worker - Community Assistance Division - Volusia County, FL : Job Details

Major FunctionsThe County of Volusia is seeking a full-time Social Worker: Working Title: Library Social Worker. This position will be assigned to various County of Volusia libraries, on the east side of the county. This position will be responsible for specialized social work in program outreach,accepting referrals from community partners, identifying needs and barriers of clients, linking to appropriate services, providing ongoing support to and follow-up with clients, and submitting reports to management.* This is a grant-funded position. The term of the positionmay be time bound if the grant funding ends.Illustrative Duties(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)* Screen and interview clients seeking assistance to identify needs and act as a navigator to provide qualification information and resources.* Assist clients to submit applications for social service and public assistance programs.* Maintain regular communication with clients to assess if they are taking appropriate action to apply for assistance.* Track client progress of applying for assistance and outcome follow up with agency representative..* Assist clients to obtain documentation that clients may need to apply for services.* May occasionally make home and agency visitations upon supervisor's approval.* Enter client and service data in software to track progress.* Submit reports to management on a frequent basis.* Collaborate with Library Services Division to schedule office space to meet with clients.* Plan and attend community outreach events. This may include evenings and weekends.* Maintain resource and contact information for Volusia County Services and programs.* Provide regular training to update County employees of various assistance programs available in the community.* Maintain and frequently update County of Volusia community database containing information about services and programs available to citizens.* Frequent travel to numerous County of Volusia Library Services' branches and Community Assistance Division offices.* Other duties as assigned.Minimum RequirementsBachelors in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or related field and at least one (1) year of experience in social work or related area (For example, case management). Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of hire. A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum requirements. Must have access to reliable transportation.The preferred candidate will have at least two (2) years of experience in social services with a knowledge of public assistance programs available in Volusia County.* This is a grant-funded position. The term of the positionmay be time bound if the grant funding ends.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities* Knowledge of the principles and practices of social work and the recognized casework methods and techniques.* Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, and regulations relating to providing public assistance.* Ability to achieve rapport and to establish effective relationships with applicants.* Ability to conduct correspondence and to prepare and submit comprehensive reports.* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.ADAREQUIREMENTS:Physical Demands: Sedentary work in an office setting. Ability to see, talk; finger dexterity.Environmental Demands:Inside work.Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, manuals, reports, memos, and letters. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to apply rules, policy, and procedures to real life situations. Ability to speak clearly and concisely. Ability to complete forms. Ability to write letters, summaries, etc. detailing information and data.Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.