Community & Social Services

Strengthen individual and community resilience through counseling, advocacy and resource coordination.

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Joyous Ventures

  • Job overview

    The Clinical Social Worker at Joyous Ventures provides therapeutic support and advocacy to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or crisis, aiming to promote stability and self-sufficiency.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves participant intake and enrollment, case management, crisis intervention, facilitating life skills groups, developing individualized service plans, connecting clients to community services, maintaining records, participating in case conferences, providing 24/7 crisis support, and advocating for participants.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers an hourly pay of $32.00 to $35.00, full-time Monday to Friday schedule, and requires in-person work; benefits details are not specified.

  • Experience and skills

    Required certifications include Food Handler and BLS/CPR; essential skills include clinical and organizational abilities, empathy, crisis intervention, harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care.

  • Career development

    Opportunities include contributing to clinical training development and participating in ongoing supervision and training sessions.

  • Work environment and culture

    Joyous Ventures emphasizes a supportive, collaborative team environment focused on empowerment, dignity, and community reintegration for vulnerable populations.

  • Company information

    Joyous Ventures is dedicated to supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness or crisis by providing comprehensive social services to promote well-being and community strength.

  • Team overview

    The Clinical Social Worker will join a collaborative Social Services Team working closely with participants, service providers, and clinical teams including DHS.

  • Job location and travel

    The job is located in Los Angeles, CA, requiring in-person attendance Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

  • Unique job features

    The role includes unique responsibilities such as 24/7 on-call crisis intervention, use of harm reduction and trauma-informed approaches, and facilitating community reintegration activities.

Company overview

Joyous Ventures is an investment firm focused on supporting early-stage startups, particularly those led by underrepresented founders and teams building solutions for positive social impact. The company generates revenue primarily through equity investments in promising companies, aiming for returns as these startups grow and succeed. Founded by Arlan Hamilton, Joyous Ventures is recognized for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the venture capital landscape. Candidates should be aware of its mission-driven approach and its reputation for backing innovative, socially conscious entrepreneurs. The firm’s history reflects a dedication to reshaping traditional investment models and fostering a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to highlight your clinical social work experience, emphasizing skills in crisis intervention, case management, and therapeutic support aligned with Joyous Ventures' mission to assist individuals facing homelessness and crisis.

  • Focus on showcasing your ability to conduct comprehensive needs assessments, develop individualized service plans with SMART goals, and apply trauma-informed, harm reduction, and motivational interviewing techniques.

  • Apply through multiple platforms such as Joyous Ventures' official corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and chances of consideration.

  • Connect with current employees in the Social Services Team or Clinical division at Joyous Ventures on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting their dedication to community support or asking about their experience with the agency’s approach to crisis intervention and client empowerment.

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