Social Services & Case Worker (3154) at The Salvation Army

Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

17.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interviewing, Needs Assessment, Case Management, Client Support, Recordkeeping, Community Outreach, Financial Assistance, Life Management Classes, Mentoring, Housing Assistance, Statistical Reporting, Program Coordination, Policy Development, Communication, Problem Solving, Time Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: FLA-Ft Walton Beach Corps - Ft Walton Beach, FL 32548 Position Type: Full Time Regular Education Level: Associate Degree Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: Minimal Job Shift: Day Job Category: Social Services Schedule/Hours: M - F, 8:00am - 4:30pm (40 hours per week) This position is responsible for: Interviewing applicants to determine eligibility for financial assistance and Pathway of Hope program with enrollment based on established guidelines and requirements; conduct needs assessment, obtain pertinent information and establish program goals for eligible clients; refers applicants to other agencies if not appropriate for program. Key Responsibilities: Develops intake and case plans for client; instructs clients in completing necessary paperwork including goals and/or budget forms; completes orientation check-off form and obtains release of information forms when appropriate; completes social history on new clients each week. Prepares and maintains case records and logs on all assigned clients; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same; enters pertinent information into the established Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). Meets regularly with clients to discuss and evaluate their progress; prepares accurate and up-to-date records documenting the same; receives incident reports and enforces disciplinary actions for infractions of the house guidelines. Plans, coordinates, and/or facilitates life management classes to assist clients in obtaining skills that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment; obtains speakers and workshop presenters as needed. Consistently serves as a mentor and provides positive examples of proper hygiene, personal appearance, records retention, budget planning, scheduling, etc. Assists clients in locating/securing affordable housing; conducts home visitations when appropriate; ensures that client's living quarters are properly furnished and maintained; contacts appropriate person to facilitate needed repairs; conducts routine inspections of living quarters and grounds. Refers clients to appropriate Corps programs or other agencies based on clients’ needs and in accordance with their program plan. Completes discharge plans of clients exiting the program; transfers file contents to non-active file; prepares card for follow-up mailing. Attends community meetings with representatives of other agencies in order to educate them about the program, make client referrals and maintain awareness of client's progress. Prepares and maintains statistical records on all services provided; compiles and prepares monthly statistical reports; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same. Conduct financial assistance screenings and appointments for both Okaloosa and Walton counties. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs recordkeeping duties to ensure that all expenditures are properly recorded and submitted to the bookkeeper and Social Services Director as appropriate for submission to grantor. Reviews budget and advises Social Services Director /Program Coordinator if expenditures are not in compliance with program budget, making recommendations as needed to ensure expenditures remain in compliance with approved program agreement. Prepares, completes, and processes food, clothing, and furniture vouchers for eligible clients; directs clients to Lodge kitchen, Thrift Store or Distribution Center for assistance. Conducts tours of program facility for outside agencies as requested. Conducts community outreach activities. Assists in developing and revising the service policy manual. Assists with community services as needed. Assists in performing social service work for special or seasonal project Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to think clearly and quickly in order to maintain control of client caseload. Ability to effectively and efficiently work on multiple cases at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying objects up to 50 lbs on occasion. Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. Employee Benefits: Paid Time Off Medical, Dental & Vision Plan Retirement Savings Plan Available. Supplemental Insurance Available Voluntary Life Insurance and More! WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR IN YOU EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Two years of college coursework from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field, AND Two years experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public, OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: Valid State Driver’s License Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled

Responsibilities

The position involves interviewing applicants to determine eligibility for financial assistance and developing case plans for clients. It also includes maintaining case records and coordinating life management classes.