Job Summary:

The Social Worker will assist attorney(s) to assess clients’ personal and social needs and circumstances. The Social Worker will work directly with clients who have a variety of different backgrounds and issues, ranging from care home placement for elderly individuals to addressing needs of special needs individuals. The Social Worker will work directly with the attorneys and other staff to prepare for new client cases and upcoming cases involving conservatorship/guardianship, trustee and probate administration cases. A Social Worker may advocate for a client’s needs, provide resources, assist clients with benefits, resolve housing issues, assist with budgeting and other services as may be requested.

This position is located at Maximum Legal Service Corporation (MaxCorp), a Hawaii non-profit corporation located in downtown Honolulu. This is a full-time position. In person attendance during office hours (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) is a requirement for this position. Pay is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
Drafts letters, email updates, and case log updates, as needed.
Researches and analyzes government benefits or other social benefits for clients; provides written or oral analysis to attorneys.
Interviews clients and other interested persons and prepares summaries of their statements.
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include case logs or personal items from clients.
Assists attorneys with administration services, which may include attending meetings.
Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
Monitors changes to government guidelines or regulations and submits reports on pertinent changes or updates.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding of social work foundations and fundamentals, with a focus on gerontology and health issues.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
Ability to work successfully in an interdisciplinary team environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Driver’s license with access to a car for work-related business required.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field preferred; Master in Social Work.
LSW license is required; must be licensed by the State of Hawaii.
Some related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV, and references to contact@maxlegalservices.org.