Case Worker (7164)

The Salvation Army; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Abilene Corps in Abilene, TX is seeking a Full Time Case Manager to monitor caseloads, develop and evaluate client goals, and advocate for access to services in a day shelter program.

Responsibilities include social services, case management, food pantry, liaison, and administrative tasks. Requires an Associate’s degree or equivalent, plus two years in a social/public service environment with case management; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years of college coursework in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or related field is required.
• Two years experience in a social or public service environment with case management is required.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Monitors caseloads and develops program goals to evaluate client progress.
• Advocates for clients to obtain needed services.
• Supports Food Pantry operations and client access to resources.
• Acts as liaison with community partners to coordinate services.
• Performs Administrative tasks and ensures accurate record-keeping.

Skills

Case management

Social services

Advocacy

Education

Associate's degree or related coursework

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: TX-Abilene Corps - Abilene, TX 79602

Position Type: Full Time Regular

Education Level: Associate Degree

Job Category: Case Management

Monitors assigned caseload of clients participating in an emergency day shelter program; establishes program plan/goals and evaluates client's progress by conducting routine meetings with client and/or staff; serves as advocate for client in order to acquire services that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Social Services Responsibilities (25%)
• Case Management Responsibilities (15%)
• Food Pantry Responsibilities (20%)
• Liaison Responsibilities (20%)
• Administrative Responsibilities (20%)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write and communicate the English language effectively.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to type and keypunch information into a computer.
• Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically.
• Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone, computer and adding machine.
• Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
• Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (up to 25 lbs.) occasionally.

Working Conditions

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.

Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Paid Time Off + Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Associate's degree or 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 case management experience
• OR: Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Certifications

None

Equal Opportunity Employer

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