Case Worker EFA (7493)

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP•Venice, FL

13d•$24 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

Monitors caseload of clients participating in an Emergency Financial Assistance program. The Case Worker is responsible for administering emergency financial assistance through a variety of resources under the direction of the Director of Social Services. Serves as an advocate for client in order to acquire services that will prevent further crisis prevention services.

Requirements

Two years of college coursework from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field, and Two years experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Requires a level 2 background screening.

Nice To Haves

None.

Responsibilities

Conducts pre-screen phone interviews to determine initial eligibility for program enrollment based on the established guidelines and requirements.
Makes at least 20-35 calls a week depending on the number of available appointments for the following week.
Meets with clients to discuss need and complete required paperwork; Collects and reviews all necessary documents from EFA clients either via email or in-person.
Attends community meetings with representatives of other agencies in order to educate them about the program, make client referrals and maintain awareness of client's progress.
Ensures completion of client application to determine eligibility and establish the needs.
Inputs family information into various databases and checks existing information in said databases, updating if necessary.