Case Worker (4093)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Fort Myers, FL

1d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for: Case Worker monitors assigned caseload of clients participating in a short-term life management; established program plan/goals and evaluates client’s progress by conducting routine meetings with client and/or staff. Key Responsibilities: Interviews applicants based on established guidelines and requirements; conduct needs assessment, obtain pertinent information, and establish program goals for eligible clients. Develops intake and case plans for all assigned clients; instructs clients in completing necessary paperwork including goals and/or budget forms. Meet regularly with clients to discuss and evaluate their progress; prepares accurate and up-to-date records documenting the same; receives incident reports and enforces disciplinary actions for infractions of the house guidelines. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.

Requirements

Two years of college coursework from and accredited college or university in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field
Two years experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Valid State Drivers License
This position requires a level 2 background screening

Responsibilities

Monitors assigned caseload of clients participating in a short-term life management
Establishes program plan/goals and evaluates client’s progress by conducting routine meetings with client and/or staff
Interviews applicants based on established guidelines and requirements
Conducts needs assessment, obtain pertinent information, and establish program goals for eligible clients
Develops intake and case plans for all assigned clients
Instructs clients in completing necessary paperwork including goals and/or budget forms
Meets regularly with clients to discuss and evaluate their progress
Prepares accurate and up-to-date records documenting the same
Receives incident reports and enforces disciplinary actions for infractions of the house guidelines