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Shelter Caseworker
We are Hiring!
Job
Posting: Shelter Caseworker
Location: 34 E.
State St, Mt. Morris, NY
Employment Type: All Shifts Available (Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem
and Temp)
Salary: $21.00
an Hour
As a regional agency of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of
Rochester, Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston builds communities that care
for all people. We serve all people seeking help in a safe, welcoming and
comforting environment that feels like being at home.
If
you’re looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for
helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in
people's lives. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!
About
the Role:
The Shelter Caseworker
supports homeless individuals in Livingston County by completing
an intake for clients and providing support services to
clients while in the warming center. Connecting them with community resources
and promoting long-term stability is a key component to
this position. The Caseworker will likely
encounter clients that have experiences with long term homelessness,
mental health and substance abuse concerns along with other barriers
that impact their ability to maintain suitable/safe
housing. Essential duties for this position are empathy, effective
communication skills, problem solving skills, crisis de-escalation, multi-tasking,
attention to detail, and solution-based results. The caseworker
will receive clients being referred to by DSS. The Caseworker will
welcome the client, acclimate them to the facility and ensure the
safety and wellbeing of clients is maintained.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides coverage to the warming center as scheduled or
needed.
- Responsible for regular monitoring of all areas of
facility regarding the appearance and safety of all
clients/staff.
- Responsible for inventory/maintenance needs to be
provided to DSS.
- Completion of incident reports as applicable per agency
procedures.
- Ensure signing in of clients upon entering.
- Assist clients with providing community resources
and problem solving to situations.
- Develop an approach that will work with each client to
create an environment that is calm and cohesive.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and
responsibilities. It is not meant to be all
inclusive. Employees are required
to follow appropriate supervisory directions and perform other
related duties as required.
Qualifications:
·
Education: High School Diploma or GED required
·
Credentials: Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver's
record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier
·
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in social services, case management, or a related
field is preferred.
Relevant combination of education and experience will be
considered
Preferred Skills:
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with community partners
and maintain professional relationships.
- Flexibility adapting to the needs of clients and varying
work schedules.
- Ability to prioritize assignments, plan, and complete
work projects with minimal direction
- Exceptional time management skills and ability to effectively
meet deadlines
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to work in the following software programs:
Windows, Microsoft Office, and multiple online software platforms as
required by funders and partner organizations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle
confidential information with discretion
- Ability to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes
which support organizational mission, philosophy, and policies
- Ability to work in a cooperative and helpful manner with
all individuals
- Willingness and ability to foster agency and program
wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive
communication techniques
- Continuous use of a reliable, registered and
insured vehicle.
- Demonstrate full adherence to the Code of Conduct and
all policies/procedures related to compliance.
- Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission
Statement.
- Provide
effective, equitable, understandable and respectful quality
care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs
and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other
communication needs.
Top
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
- Generous time off package and work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative environment
- Opportunities for growth and development
- Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives
How to
Apply:
Interested
candidates are invited to apply on the Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston
website at www.ccsteubenlivingston.org/join-our-team/
Join us and help make a positive impact in our community!
***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent
of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agencies and our
people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet