Caseworker

Oriana-House,-Inc; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan 403(b)

Vacation hours 80 per year

Job summary

Oriana House seeks a dedicated professional to support clients through intake, assessment, and placement processes. The role includes administering risk and needs evaluations, documenting results in Gateway/ORION, and guiding clients toward housing and community integration.

The position requires an associate degree in a related field, plus strong organizational and communication skills. A valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred to support field duties.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Corrections, or related field is required.
• Two years of work experience in human services, corrections, or community based services for Federal Caseworker positions.
• Must obtain and maintain proficiency for the ORAS as certified by the Ohio Dept. of Rehabilitation and Corrections.
• Must have strong organizational skills and be detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Intake and review referral information and requirements before initial meeting.
• Administers or utilizes current quantitative assessments of clients’ risk and needs.
• Enters ORAS results into Gateway and ORION accurately and timely.
• Assists clients with becoming more productive and prosocial members of the community.
• Completes IPP, release forms, final reports, and file closing procedures as required.

Education

Associate’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Corrections, or related field

Federal Caseworker: Associate’s degree in social services, human services, criminal justice, or behavioral science

Strong organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

Description

Essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:

OPERATIONAL DUTIES

• Intake
• Reviews all available referral information and requirements, including previous ORION information, prior to initial meeting with the client.
• Administers or utilizes a current quantitative assessment of clients’ risk and criminogenic needs, including: criminal history, education/employment/financial, family/social support, neighborhood problems, substance use, peer associations, and criminal attitude/behavior patterns.
• Enters ORAS results into Gateway and ORION in an accurate and timely manner.
• During Placement
• Assists clients with becoming more positive, productive, and prosocial members in the community.
• Acts as an advocate for clients and holds clients accountable to program rules.
• Administers assessment tools properly. Ensures updates are completed as needed.
• Completes individual program plan (IPP) using the following criteria/standards
• Release
• Makes referrals based on client’s ongoing needs and recommended targeted dosage hours as reflected in the Community Plan.
• Ensures post-tests and/or exit evaluations are completed prior to client’s release.
• Assists clients with making suitable housing arrangements.
• Prepares clients for release from the program with approved and appropriate Community Plan.
• Completes release CCIS/OhioMHAS forms in required time frame.
• Completes all necessary release forms upon client’s release from the program.
• Prepares final report per program guidelines and submits to referral source.
• Completes file closing procedures in a timely manner and submits all closed files to supervisor for review and approval.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Corrections, or related field required. Six (6) months experience in Corrections and/or Social Service preferred.
Federal Caseworker: Associate’s degree in social services, human services, criminal justice, or behavioral science program from an accredited college or university and two years of work experience in human services, corrections, or community based services required.

Must obtain and maintain required level of proficiency for the ORAS as certified by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections in partnership with the University of Cincinnati. Failure to do so means the employee is not qualified to perform the essential functions of this position. Must have strong organizational skills and be detail-oriented. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must possess reliable transportation, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and a driving record that does not preclude the employee from being covered by Agency liability insurance. Must have the cognitive skills needed to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision making, problem solving, and comprehending. Has the ability to perform under stress and/or in emergencies. Must have the ability to work effectively with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population.

Pay:

Starting at $19.00/hr - Associate's: $19.00/hr, Bachelor's: $20.00/hr

Pay Range: (($19/hr - $30.10) Based on Education/Experience)

Shift:

Monday- Friday, 1st shift (one evening per week and rotating Saturdays)

BENEFITS (FULL-TIME):

• ANTHEM PPO or High Deductible Plan plus CVS prescription coverage
• GROUP TERM-LIFE INSURANCE POLICY equal to one time annual salary
• LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE
• VACATION HOURS - 80 hours (10 days) per year.
• PERSONAL-SICK HOURS - 80 hours (10 days) per year.
• HOSPITAL HOURS - 96 hours (12 days) per year.
• HOLIDAYS - eight paid holidays
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM (must be employed for six months).
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
• RETIREMENT PLAN 403(b)
• DENTAL PLAN (Employee paid)
• VISION PLAN (Employee paid)
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS (FSA)
• HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) for high deductible plan
• Pubic Loan Forgiveness Program
• Wellness Program

Oriana House Recruiters may reach out to applicants via text messaging.

Oriana House, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.

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