Social Worker / Geriatric Care Manager

About the Role

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of older adults for over 100 years. Through a private endowment established in 1925, we provide financial assistance, care management, advocacy, and personalized social work services. We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and self-motivated Social Worker / Geriatric Care Manager. This role is ideal for a social worker passionate about working with older adults, enjoys building meaningful relationships, working independently in the field, and collaborating with an experienced and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

As a member of our care management team, you will:

• Provide comprehensive care management and ongoing support to older adults living in the community.
• Conduct regular in-home visits and assessments throughout your assigned territory.
• Advocate for clients and help them navigate healthcare, housing, financial, and social service systems.
• Assist clients in accessing benefits, entitlements, and community resources.
• Develop individualized service plans and monitor client progress.
• Collaborate with family members, healthcare providers, and other members of the client's support network.
• Maintain timely and accurate case documentation.
• Participate in weekly team meetings and case conferences.
• Contribute to program development and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Qualified candidates will possess:

• LMSW or LCSW.
• Experience working with older adults, care management, case management, or related human services fields.
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, senior housing, and community-based services.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while remaining an active member of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.

Travel & Work Environment

This position combines field-based client visits with administrative work and team collaboration. Candidates must:

• Be comfortable conducting regular home visits throughout the service area (NYC, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey).
• Have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation (a plus).
• Be willing to travel locally to meet with clients, families, and community partners.
• Attend weekly in-person team meetings at our office.
• Maintain flexibility to adjust schedules based on client needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Ongoing training and mentorship
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors and their families

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday through Friday

Work Location

Hybrid Position:

• Field visits throughout the service area.
• Weekly in-office meetings – Queens, NY.
• Administrative work completed remotely and/or in-office as needed.