Temporary LIHEAP Worker at NORTHERN KENTUCKY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMISSION INC

Covington, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

16.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Work, Human Services, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Computer Experience, Community Resources, Case Management, Goal Coaching, Record Maintenance, Advocacy, Program Compliance, Client Assessment, Diverse Backgrounds, Transportation

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: NKCAC Various Location - Covington, KY 41011 Position Type: Seasonal POSITION TITLE: Community Temporary LIHEAP Worker REPORTS TO: VP of Community Development Hourly Rate: $16.00 POSITION SUMMARY: The Community LIHEAP Worker provides temporary supportive services to clients for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program, WinterCare, the Temporary Food Assistance Program, and any county-specific programs should they qualify. The Community LIHEAP Worker will work at 1 of the 8 Neighborhood Centers in the Northern Kentucky counties (Boone, Campbell, Grant and a floater for rural counties). Candidates must be able to work Monday through Friday RESPONSIBILITIES: Administer assistance programs including the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program, WinterCare, the Temporary Food Assistance Program, Commodity Supplemental Food Program and county-specific programs, as assigned Develop and maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources to provide clients with accurate information, referral and advocacy to access needed programs Assist the Family Stability Staff with record maintenance including EmpowOR; the client needs assessment, Neighborhood Center maintenance and other duties, as assigned Recruit and provide case management and goal coaching to appropriate customers using the most current approved Strengths Based Model Assures compliance with all program and grant requirements Any other duties as assigned by supervisor Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED required and work experience in social work/human services preferred Must possess organizational skills Must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written Computer experience, including Microsoft Office and internet research, and ability to learn specialized computer databases, as needed Knowledge of county, community, agencies and resources Ability to work with people of diverse and varying socio-economic backgrounds Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work location PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to sit at, read, and enter data on computer for prolonged periods of time up to 75% of the time Ability to lift up to 20 pounds at times * NKCAC is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability. NKCAC IS A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Responsibilities

The Community LIHEAP Worker administers various assistance programs and provides support to clients. They also maintain records and assist with case management and compliance with program requirements.