Los Angeles, CA, USA
13 days ago
Social Worker
Social Worker at Para Los Ninos Share on X      Print Application Deadline

1/31/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted 11/17/2025 Contact Talent Acquisition
Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range
$68,493 - $76,024 Annually Length of Work Year 12 months Employment Type Full Time About the Employer

About PLN Founded on Skid Row in 1980, Para Los Niños (PLN) partners with more than 10,000 children, youth, and families each year through integrated education, wellness supports and advocacy, addressing individual and systemic barriers to create pathways to success. In addition to operating early education centers, charter elementary and middle schools, youth workforce development sites and family services, PLN is the only children’s mental health provider in the Skid Row neighborhood. PLN's community transformation work brings together community members, community-based organizations, city and county agencies, elected officials, and businesses to tackle issues that impact PLN families. Ninety-three percent of families served by PLN live in areas with the highest levels of food insecurity and homelessness in L.A. County.

Job Summary Job Summary

Position Overview Reporting to the Partnerships for Families Program Manager, Social Worker for the Home Visit team will conduct case management assessments and deliver counseling services to individuals, families, and groups. The incumbent may also provide psychotherapeutic services to children, youth, adults, and families as appropriate.

Requirements / Qualifications

Duties Promotes and supports the mental health of clients. Participates in the agency Continuous Quality Improvement process for the division. Must have the ability to nurture respectful relationships with clients and children and must be sensitive to the cultural needs of the population served. Conducts intakes and evaluation of clients. Participates in weekly meetings, case conferences, training and professional consultation as necessary. Conducts visits to homes, schools, or psychiatric facilities in order to help clients achieve their treatment goals. Participates, coordinates, and facilitates various clinical group activities including individual and family therapy, parenting education, support groups and self-help groups. Follows state laws regarding mental health issues and confidentiality. Maintains client files to level of requirements mandated in agency policy and completes documentation in a timely manner. Prepares correspondence and reports in connection with case requirements by legal and contracting entities i.e., child protective services, probation, courts, Department of Mental Health, etc. Works collaboratively with members of the client's treatment team. Must be able to maintain positive working collaborative relationships with partner agencies and staff. Performs other job-related duties as directed by supervisor or director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Master's degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family counseling or a closely related field. At least three years or more of experience in home visitation, child protective services, case management, therapeutic services, or working with children 0-5. Compensation Range: $68,493 - $76,024 annually. Has knowledge of evaluating risk for suicidal and homicidal ideation, imminent danger and knows appropriate intervention. Have skills in providing counseling and support to clients experiencing emotional distress and crisis. Depth in knowledge of child abuse/crisis intervention techniques. Feels comfortable working with clients who exhibit a variety of psychiatric syndromes. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Bilingual (E/S) required. Must have a reliable automobile for use on the job (mileage to be reimbursed). Valid California Driver License. State required automobile insurance coverage. TB clearance, to be renewed every two years.

Requirements / Qualifications

Duties Promotes and supports the mental health of clients. Participates in the agency Continuous Quality Improvement process for the division. Must have the ability to nurture respectful relationships with clients and children and must be sensitive to the cultural needs of the population served. Conducts intakes and evaluation of clients. Participates in weekly meetings, case conferences, training and professional consultation as necessary. Conducts visits to homes, schools, or psychiatric facilities in order to help clients achieve their treatment goals. Participates, coordinates, and facilitates various clinical group activities including individual and family therapy, parenting education, support groups and self-help groups. Follows state laws regarding mental health issues and confidentiality. Maintains client files to level of requirements mandated in agency policy and completes documentation in a timely manner. Prepares correspondence and reports in connection with case requirements by legal and contracting entities i.e., child protective services, probation, courts, Department of Mental Health, etc. Works collaboratively with members of the client's treatment team. Must be able to maintain positive working collaborative relationships with partner agencies and staff. Performs other job-related duties as directed by supervisor or director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics Master's degree in social work, psychology, marriage and family counseling or a closely related field. At least three years or more of experience in home visitation, child protective services, case management, therapeutic services, or working with children 0-5. Compensation Range: $68,493 - $76,024 annually. Has knowledge of evaluating risk for suicidal and homicidal ideation, imminent danger and knows appropriate intervention. Have skills in providing counseling and support to clients experiencing emotional distress and crisis. Depth in knowledge of child abuse/crisis intervention techniques. Feels comfortable working with clients who exhibit a variety of psychiatric syndromes. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Bilingual (E/S) required. Must have a reliable automobile for use on the job (mileage to be reimbursed). Valid California Driver License. State required automobile insurance coverage. TB clearance, to be renewed every two years.

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