Caseworker - Refugee and Immigrant Services

Lutheran Services in Iowa; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Health, dental, life, and vision ins.

Career-building opportunities

Student loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) in Sioux City seeks a Caseworker to support Immigrant and Refugee Community Services programs. The role includes skill development, case management, advocacy, and resource connection for refugees and immigrants.

You will meet clients in person or by phone during regular hours and may work evenings or occasional weekends. A bachelor’s degree in health and human services with 1 year of related experience is required; equivalent education/experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health and human services with 1 year of related health and human services experience.
• Equivalent education and experience options available (including Associate's degree + 3 years or HS diploma/GED + 5 years).
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and clean driving record required.
• Background checks including Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive services to refugee and immigrant clients.
• Help clients develop goals and service plans.
• Meet with clients in person or by telephone during day, evenings, and occasional weekends.
• Connect clients with community resources.

Skills

Case management

Advocacy

Communication

Skill development

Education

Bachelor's degree in health and human services

Associate's degree

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community? Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) seeks a Caseworker to support our Immigrant and Refugee Community Services programs in Sioux City.

What You’ll Do

The Caseworker is responsible for providing supportive services to refugee and immigrant clients including, but not limited to, skill development, case management, advocacy, and resource connection. Caseworkers should know the basics of outcome-based performance measures and be willing to help clients develop goals and facilitate service plans that enable each client to meet their personal goals. Caseworkers will meet with clients in person or via telephone during normal business hours, as well as in the evenings and occasional weekends.

What You’ll Need

Required: Bachelor's degree in health and human services + 1 year of full time, related health and human services experience. Will also accept equivalent education and experience, including Associate's degree + 3 years OR a high school diploma/GED + 5 years of related experience.

This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.

How We’ll Support You

On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive:

• A competitive salary


• A 401(k) with employer match


• Generous paid time off


• A flexible work schedule


• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, and vision insurance


• Career-building opportunities


• Special Team LSI perks like gym discounts, pet insurance, and cell phone discounts through Verizon


• As a non-profit employer, many LSI employees also qualify for student loan forgiveness programs.

Who We Are

LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/

It's their life. It's your career. Make a difference in both at LSI!