Social Case Worker

Purpose Of Position

A Social Case Worker at Catholic Charities: Applies appropriate techniques and standards in program development and service delivery to moderately complex case management services under general supervision.
Implements program objectives and performance standards as directed by supervisor/management.
Performs comprehensive psychosocial assessment of clients within established guidelines through interviewing, record review, and other appropriate methods.
Determines the necessary level of intervention by evaluating client data.
Develops, implements and modifies treatment/service plans with individuals, families and ancillary service providers.
Provides counseling, crisis intervention and supportive services to assist clients in reaching treatment goals.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date case records; documents client contacts and progress to ensure program compliance and adherence to standards.
Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with other community based organizations and parishes for reasons of advocacy, education, resource development and public relations.
Plans curriculum and facilitates support/educational groups for clients.
Authorizes services of the organization based upon assessment of need and availability of resources.
Maintains accurate and timely program statistical data to meet reporting requirements. Enters data and generates reports.
Demonstrates skills and sensitivity to the cultural/linguistic differences of staff, clients and community.
Supports, promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics.
Reflects Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.

Requirements

• Demonstrated strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to apply theories and practices of counseling and social work, interviewing and assessment techniques, and professional reporting and documentation skills to moderately complex and/or specialized casework services.
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, other employees, organizations and the public are required.
• Flexible and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate knowledge of computers to input information, maintain client and program data, and create communications.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from accredited four-year college or university in related field; and three to five years related shelter operations experience and/or training.
• Human services, social work degree preferred.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• HMIS training and experience preferred.

Skills

• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.

Benefits

• Salary: $27.50-BA /Billing $28.50-MA/Licensed /Billing
• Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career.
• Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:
• Shift is Full Time
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure)
• promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is included.)
• Sabbatical Leave Program: Employees who have completed seven years of continuous full-time service are eligible for a paid sabbatical leave to support rest, renewal, and professional or personal growth. Eligible staff may take 4 weeks of sabbatical leave.
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

Application

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!