Social Worker, Elder Justice Unit

Job Description

Job Description

About Carter Burden Network (CBN)

Carter Burden Network promotes the well-being of older adults aged 60 and older through a continuum of services, advocacy, arts and culture, health and wellness, and volunteer programs. We are dedicated to supporting older adults to live safely and with dignity. CBN is partially funded by NYC Aging (formerly the NYC Department for the Aging). For more information about our organization, visit www.carterburdennetwork.org.

Position Overview

The Social Worker will work closely with the Director and team members of the Elder Justice Unit , which provides crisis intervention / supportive counseling and case assistance for older adults experiencing elder abuse in family or intimate partner relationships. This role involves conducting in-depth client assessments, developing tailored safety plans, and connecting clients to appropriate community support services.

The Social Worker will manage a caseload of at least 30-38 clients, accepting an average of 6 new clients per month (72 per year) and providing 1,400 hours of case assistance and counseling annually .

Key Responsibilities

Assessment and Interventions

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for older adults experiencing abuse and develop individualized service and safety plans.
• Provide social services, case assistance, and crisis intervention for clients in Manhattan (CD 1-11) and Roosevelt Island.
• Make home visits as needed to assess risk and provide direct support. Coordinate office / community visits as appropriate
• Develop plans with clients and families to stabilize crises and monitor situations for ongoing risk.
• Stay informed on trends in elder abuse, gerontology, and trauma-informed intervention strategies.

Care Coordination

Communication and Documentation

Outreach and Community Education

Additional Responsibilities

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Qualifications

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Social Worker does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but is expected to provide guidance and support to

case assistance workers, interns, and volunteers as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This role requires resilience, strong emotional intelligence, and the ability to handle high-acuity situations involving older adults experiencing abuse, neglect, and crisis situations. The Social Worker must be mentally and emotionally prepared to navigate complex cases that may involve trauma, legal interventions, and ethical dilemmas.

CBN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources to discuss your needs.

Travel

Position Type & Expected Hours of Work

Compensation & Benefits

CBN offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including, but not limited to :

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, this position's annual base salary range is $60,000-63,000. CBN considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education / training, essential skills, internal peer equity, and market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit the following documents as a PDF (preferred) or Word document :

If your background and experience align with the role, a member of our team will contact you directly.

CBN is committed to fostering a workplace where employees bring their whole selves to work and celebrate our diverse community.

CBN is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment and advancement opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.