Leveraging Equal Access Program (LEAP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides housing and support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These disabilities include Down Syndrome, intellectual disabilities, traumatic brain injury, autism, and other cognitive and physical impairments. Our team is creative, dynamic, and committed to making a positive impact in the developmentally disabled community.
As a Social Worker at LEAP, you'll play a vital role in supporting individuals with disabilities and their home providers. This is a per diem and on-call position in our Bay Area location, designed to provide clinical case management and after-hours support, ensuring continuity of care outside regular working hours. We’re seeking a compassionate, skilled professional who thrives in a collaborative and flexible environment. Clinical supervision for ASWs is available for those carrying a caseload.
Pay: $50 per shift / $350 per week for on-call coverage
Additional Pay: $55/hour, billed in 15-minute increments for calls or work completed during on-call hours
Type: Per diem / On-call
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Respond to after-hours calls from home providers during evenings, weekends, and holidays; calls are remote with no in-person care required.
- Provide clinical case management services on a per diem basis, including home visits, assessments, care coordination, mediation, and crisis intervention, depending on availability.
- Support individuals with developmental disabilities and their caregivers through trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches.
- Document interactions and maintain case records in compliance with agency and legal standards.
- Stay informed about community resources and referral networks related to mental health and behavioral health services.
- Participate in continuing education and clinical supervision (if eligible).
REQUIREMENTS
- Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university (MSW).
- 3+ years of customer service or human services experience, preferably within a behavioral health or developmental disability setting.
- Proficient in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and risk assessment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.
- Familiarity with ethical standards and regulatory compliance in behavioral health.
- Comfort using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual communication platforms (e.g., Zoom).
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel locally for home visits when needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ASW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Knowledge of regional center systems and community-based mental health services.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE
- This is a remote, on-call role with flexibility for per diem case management work.
- Schedule includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on on-call rotation.
- Optional clinical supervision for those pursuing LCSW licensure.
- Some community-based home visits may be required, depending on assigned cases and availability.
- This role may evolve into a full-time opportunity as the organization grows.
