DSS Case Worker

Kids for the Future; Brentwood (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Aflac options

LegalShield

Job summary

United Veterans Beacon House is seeking a part-time DSS Case Worker to provide direct and indirect services to individuals and families. The role focuses on assessments, housing goals, and supportive care for clients in a nonprofit veterans housing program.

Join a mission-driven team offering medical, dental, and vision insurance, life coverage, and retirement benefits. You will work in collaboration with a skilled staff to support clients through housing transitions and stability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field.
• Experience in case management, preferably in residential settings for homelessness or substance use/mental health.
• Ability to conduct assessments and develop ILPs toward housing goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and respond to urgent client needs.
• Support basic client needs including nutrition, hygiene, and safety.
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate Independent Living Plans toward housing goals.
• Maintain client records and supervise scheduling / daily operations.

Skills

Case management

Interagency coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Job description

• Base Pay $29.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Part Time
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Description

United Veterans Beacon House (UVBH) is seeking a DSS Case Worker to provide direct and indirect services to individuals and families.

About United Veterans Beacon House

Founded in 1994, UVBH is a nonprofit organization providing emergency, transitional, and permanent housing for Veterans, individuals, and families in need. Our comprehensive services include case management, employment support, benefits advocacy, legal services, crisis intervention, and more.

Why Join UVBH?

• Mission-driven work with lasting community impact
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Over 30 years of service to Veterans and families
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance (company-paid and voluntary)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Aflac and LegalShield options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related human services field.
• Case management experience, preferably in residential programs serving individuals experiencing homelessness or with substance use and mental health challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and respond to urgent client needs.
• Support basic client needs, including nutrition, hygiene, and safety.
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate Independent Living Plans (ILPs) toward housing goals.
• Maintain client records.
• Supervise scheduling, support daily operations, and participate in on-call coverage.