Community Social Worker
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Job Description
About the Role
Join Mercy Housing & Shelter Corp as a Community Social Worker in United States. Scheduled Work Times/Locations Monday – Friday, 8:30AM – 4:30PM; 211 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford, CT. Job Summary: The Community Social Worker I will work to support the mission of Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation and the HERO program.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish a positive rapport with the client/consumer to assess and build on the strengths and resources to build an effective network of supports to draw upon during their recovery journey.
- Caseload of 15
- 20 clients who are currently experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness and have an Opioid Use Disorder diagnosis, or of another substance use disorder with a high risk of overdose.
- Conduct home and community visits to assist the client/consumer with finding adequate housing, connect with community services/providers and
Requirements
- reliable transportation, valid Connecticut driver’s license and clean driving record with proof of automobile insurance.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $23-$25 per hour
- 10 days PTO.
Work Schedule
- M-F 8:30-4:30 schedule.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Mercy Housing & Shelter Corp as a Community Social Worker.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Community Social Worker at Mercy Housing & Shelter a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Social Work physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Social Work — Physician Career Context
This Social Work position at Mercy Housing & Shelter is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This position also offers production-based compensation: $25 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in United States.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Case management, Social work, Crisis intervention, Documentation, Critical thinking, Time management, Client motivation, Housing advocacy. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.
Core responsibilities: The Community Social Worker provides housing and supportive services to clients experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, particularly those with substance use disorders. Responsibilities include developing recovery plans, conducting home and community visits, and coordinating care with ...
Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Retirement, Short-term disability, Long-term disability, Tuition reimbursement, Paid time off, Paid holidays. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
6d ago
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