Social Work Coordinator Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

A Social Work Coordinator in the social service industry orchestrates and oversees the provision of social services to individuals, families, and communities, often serving as the link between clients and service providers. They handle the planning, development, and implementation of social service programs, ensuring that they meet the needs of the target population. Their duties include program coordination, crisis intervention, resource allocation, and case management. The Social Work Coordinator also develops and maintains partnerships with other service institutions or agencies to enhance service delivery.

Essential skills for this role include strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving, empathy, and resilience. They should also possess excellent organizational and leadership abilities. A Social Work Coordinator must be certified, often requiring a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), and licensure which varies by state. Prior to becoming a Social Work Coordinator, an individual might work as a Social Worker, Case Manager, or Family Support Worker, gaining experience in providing direct services, assessing client needs, and coordinating community resources.

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Resident Care Coordinator/Assistant Director

  • New Berlin, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 3 days ago

Castle Senior Living is looking for an experienced Resident Care Coordinator/Assistant Director....

CLTS Service Coordinator- Bilingual

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago

Have a four-year bachelor's degree in a social services area (e.g. social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation or behavioral disabilities or related field) 2....

Family Service Coordinator Bilingual

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago

A Bachelor's Degree in a human service related field (Human service related fields are those that include coursework in areas such as human development, psychology, social services or similar areas)...

Care Coordinator Children'S Long Term

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 10 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan....

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Service Coordinator

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 10 days ago

JOB DUTIES Maintain and coordinate a caseload of clients enrolled in Medicaid programs Coordinate clients' in-home care needs in compliance with Federal/State Regulations, Managed Care Organization...

Bilingual Care Coordinator Children'S

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 12 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan....

Remote Work

Care Coordinator Children'S Long Term

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 12 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan....

Youth Care Coordinator - Project Excel - Aspire Program

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 days ago

Job Qualifications: Minimal Qualifications: At least two years of social services/humanservices or education experience and a Bachelor's degree isrequired; degree preference in clinical psychology,...

HUD Service Coordinator in Oconomowoc

  • Hartland, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Hartland, WI (22 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 14 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan....

Care Coordinator Core3 Incentive

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 14 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description JOB LOCATION: Social Services - Youth Programs PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for coordination of services for individuals enrolled in the CORE/CCS (Early Intervention)...

Service Coordinator Children With

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: BECOME A SERVICE COORDINATOR TODAY FOR \$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! POSITION STARTS JUNE/JULY 2025 Looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the human/social services field?...

Resident Care Coordinator

  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 15 days ago

Perks and Benefits*: Earn up to 1% wage increase every Quarter Sinceri Senior Living Discount Marketplace Work for us and earn $1000 for each person you refer and is hired Access to earned wages...

Resident Service Coordinator

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago

service delivery....

Birth to 3 Service Coordinator-Bilingual

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 21 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 21 days ago

resources Attends meetings as appropriate, including in-house and community meetings relating to Birth-to-Three Maintains regular contact with families on caseload to ensure that services are being...

Care Coordinator - Children's Long-term Support Waiver Program - Milwaukee County

  • West Allis, WI (5 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 24 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (5 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 24 days ago

Lutheran Social Services of WI and Upper MI is currently seeking Care Coordinators to join our new Milwaukee County team!...

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Salary for Social Work Coordinator Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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Highest Education Level

Social Work Coordinators in Milwaukee, WI offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.2%
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.2%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Social Work Coordinators in Milwaukee, WI
Less than 1 year
42.8%
None
17.8%
1-2 years
16.1%
2-4 years
15.8%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
3.8%



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