Outreach Caseworker

CHD Brand; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking an Outreach Caseworker to join our team in the greater Westfield/West Springfield and Springfield community. The Outreach Caseworker provides direct services and casework supports to program participants with developmental disabilities who live independently.

Responsibilities include supporting program participants to achieve goals, manage health maintenance needs, and develop independent living skills, while helping obtain entitlements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Must have computer skills and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to clients with Traumatic Brain Injury.
• Deliver casework supports to program participants living independently in the community.
• Assist in developing and updating Individual Service Plans with the Case Manager.
• Maintain written documentation and progress updates.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork and independence

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking an Outreach Caseworker to join our team! The Outreach Caseworker provides direct services and casework supports to program participants with developmental disabilities who live independently in the greater Westfield/West Springfield and Springfield community.

Provide direct services to clients with Traumatic Brain Injury; and casework supports to program participants who live independently in the greater Hampden/Hampshire county. Responsibilities include supporting program participants to achieve their individual goals and objectives, manage their ongoing health maintenance needs, and provide supports/skill building for all aspects of independent living, while providing opportunities to optimize their independence. Help people to obtain and maintain all generic entitlements, responsibly manage their funds, and develop rewarding social and recreational experiences where desired. Provide and maintain written documentation and assist Case Manager with Individual Service Plan development, assessments, and progress updates.

Schedules:

Full time - Tuesday-Saturday 9am-5pm and Sunday-Thursday 9am-5pm

Part time - Thursday-Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 9am-1pm

Requirements

Ideal candidate will have an Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience; strong interpersonal skills; empathy for others; demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs; ability to work well within a team model and independently. Computer skills necessary. Must have good writing and communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills. Must be at least 21 years of age and have a vehicle for work use and current driver's license; a willingness to transport program participants in own vehicle. Mileage reimbursed. In-service training provided. All candidates must complete and pass background record screening process, and a driving record check.

Take advantage of a competitive rate of $20.00/hour, as well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

At Center for Human Development (CHD) Care Finds a way:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.