Contracted Social Worker 3-5 hours per month

Summary of Position:

National Ataxia Foundation seeks a compassionate, experienced, and licensed clinical professional to serve as Contracted Social Worker (CSW). This role will provide direct support to the Ataxia community. The CSW will ensure delivery of high-quality services that empower individuals and families to navigate complex medical, mental health, and daily living challenges. Virtual group meets on the 3rd Saturday at 12:30pm (optional in-person picnic in the Madison area in September). For details and application process, please visit the link shown after clicking on the “Learn How to Apply” button below.

Responsibilities:

• Attend in-person or virtual group once per month as scheduled.
• Facilitate support group meeting or portions of meetings.
• Connect support group members with local resources such as mental health services and other daily living resources in their local communities during or immediately after the meeting (no additional on-call consultations).
• Provide information during support group meetings from time to time about a topic of the group’s choice such as stress management, difficult conversations, etc.

Qualifications:

Required

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
• Current social work license in good standing.
• Demonstrated experience serving individuals with complex medical conditions and with resource navigation.

Preferred

• Current LCSW or equivalent state clinical license in good standing.
• Experience in rare disease, neurology, or chronic illness communities.
• Trauma-informed care training.
• We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. If you meet most of the requirements, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.

Hourly Compensation: $60

Summary of Organization:

Ataxia is a rare neurological disease affecting tens of thousands of people in the US and many thousands more around the world. It is progressive, affecting a person’s ability to walk, talk, and use fine motor skills.

The National Ataxia Foundation (NAF) was established in 1957 to help persons with Ataxia and their families. Our mission is to accelerate the development of treatments and a cure while working to improve the lives of those living with Ataxia. NAF’s vision of a world without Ataxia will be accomplished through our primary programs of funding Ataxia research, providing vital programs and services for Ataxia families, and partnering with pharmaceutical companies in the search for treatments and a cure. We work closely with the world’s leading Ataxia researchers and clinicians, promoting exchanges of ideas and innovation in Ataxia discovery.