Case Worker - HOT (3900)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Sarasota, FL

26d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

Monitors assigned caseload of clients participating in a short-term life management program; establishes program plan/goals and evaluates client's progress by conducting routine meetings with client and/or staff; serves as advocate for client in order to acquire services that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment.

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.

Responsibilities

Performs intakes for clients presented through the Homeward Outreach Teams (H.O.T.); completes initial documentation and arranges for a bed within a corresponding dorm location; ensures all clients are aware of the rules of the Shelter as well as those of the program assigned.
Collaborate with Partner agency staff to ascertain developed goals, wants and needs of the client; Meet with clients frequently to assist in the completion of established goals; attend weekly Case Conferencing(s) being prepared to participate.
Develops intake and case plans for client; instructs clients in completing necessary paperwork including goals and/or budget forms; completes orientation check-off form and obtains release of information forms when appropriate; completes social history on new clients each week.
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.
Ensure client living quarters are furnished & maintained, contacts appropriate person to facilitate needed repairs, conducts routine inspections of living quarters & common areas.