About Job

Building Stronger Communities

At Joyous Ventures, we are committed to providing immediate support to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or crisis. Through our dedicated Social Services Team, we help participants navigate available resources and access comprehensive care.

We assist with:

Securing healthcare services (medical home, dental care, wellness programs)
Linkages to mental health and substance abuse support
Guidance with benefits enrollment (health insurance, income support)
On-site counseling, therapy, support groups, and assistance with emotional well-being and relationship challenges
Life skills development to foster independence
Community reintegration through social activities and connections
Transportation and accompaniment services
Additional support to achieve long-term housing stability

These services are crucial in promoting the well-being, empowerment, and resilience of our participants—strengthening the broader community in the process.

Join Our Team: Social Worker

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join our team. This role is focused on supporting residents and upholding their rights in our housing programs. You will be part of a collaborative team environment and make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families striving for stability.

Job Summary

The Social Worker will serve as a pivotal member of the team, providing therapeutic support and advocacy for clients facing complex personal and systemic challenges, including crisis intervention. This role requires exceptional empathy, strong clinical and organizational skills, and a proactive, crisis-responsive approach to problem-solving. The Social Worker will play a vital role in fostering client self-sufficiency, promoting dignity, and empowering individuals to lead fulfilling and independent lives, while also providing immediate support and de-escalation during times of crisis.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Coordinate participant intake and enrollment for the Joyous Ventures program
Provide direct support to participants, including intake assessments, case management, and crisis intervention.
Facilitate weekly life skills groups (health education, self-management coaching, overdose prevention training) and lead weekly house meetings.
Collaborate with participants, service providers, and the Joyous Ventures team to assess needs and develop treatment/service plans.
Conduct needs assessments (housing, mental health, substance use, medical care, social services) and develop individualized service plans (ISP) with clients, outlining SMART goals.
Connect participants to community-based services (behavioral health, substance use treatment, housing, food assistance, and transportation).
Cultivate a supportive community atmosphere and promptly address participant concerns.
Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and current participant records in electronic databases and charts - Client Management System (CMS), ensuring timely completion of Adult Initial Assessments, Discharges, and Progress Notes per Joyous Ventures and JCOD standards.
Apply harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed approaches to support participants and foster trust.
Encourage treatment adherence and assist in medication management support.
Meet weekly with participants, documenting case notes, assessments, referrals, and care plans in the CMS database within 48 hours of service delivery.
Maintain accurate records and generate reports on program activities, outcomes, and challenges.
Participate in weekly case conferences with DHS and clinical teams to discuss participant needs and challenges.
Maintain strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and agency policies.
Attend required staff meetings, individual and group supervision, case conferences, and training sessions.
Contribute to the development and delivery of clinical training.
Advocate for participants' needs and the facility within the community.
Provide 24/7 on-call crisis intervention, de-escalation, and support.
Perform other assigned duties.