Impactful Caseworker: Refugee & 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

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.