Case Worker-Permanent Supportive Housing ($23.50/Hour)

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

Job summary

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is seeking a full-time Case Worker in New York to interview clients, assess needs, and develop supportive plans. The role involves counseling, resource mobilization, documentation, and collaboration with supervisors and funding sources.

The position requires an Associate Degree in Human Services or related field, plus three years of experience with vulnerable populations; candidates with lived experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in human services or related field is required or equivalent.
• At least three years of experience serving vulnerable individuals is expected.
• An equivalent mix of education and experience will be considered.
• Candidates with lived experience are preferred and encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews with clients to assess needs and challenges.
• Gather information on medical, psychological, and social factors affecting clients.
• Provide counseling, develop plans, mobilize resources, and monitor progress.
• Refer clients to community resources and maintain accurate documentation.

Education

Associate Degree in Human Services or related field

Three years of experience working with vulnerable individuals

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Lived experience preferred

Job description

Overview

Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

• Flexible Work Schedules


• Remitted Tuition


• Professional Development


• Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits


• Professional Supervision and Coaching


• Recognition and Appreciation Programs


• Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

Responsibilities

The Case Worker is responsible for conducting interviews with clients to assess their needs and challenges, such as personal and family adjustments, financial difficulties, employment issues, housing concerns, and physical or mental impairments. They gather information on medical, psychological, and social factors affecting the client's situation and evaluate their capabilities. The Case Worker provides counseling and support to help clients develop plans to meet their needs, mobilize internal and external resources, and improve their social functioning. They monitor client progress, refer them to community resources, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure effective communication with supervisors and funding sources. Additionally, the Case Worker may assist with housing individuals and providing necessary supplies and support to help them maintain their housing stability.

This Position is Full Time at 40 Hours a Week. Pay For This Position is $23.50 Per Hour.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• Associate Degree in Human Services or a related field


• Three years of experience working with vulnerable individuals


• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered


• Candidates with lived experience are preferred and encouraged to apply

Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:

• Valid N.Y.S. Drivers License


• Registered and insured vehicle


• N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry clearance

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client's homes and/or community facilities


• Some locations may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.