Caseworker I (Community Court - Non-Civil Service)

City of Dallas

1d • $24 - $27

About The Position

The Caseworker I performs general casework activities for social service programs providing counseling and skills training for individuals requesting social welfare services.

Requirements

• Knowledge of principles and practices of social work and casework methods.
• Knowledge of social service resources in the community.
• Knowledge of social and health issues and the ability to apply knowledge to the solution of diverse problems.
• May require knowledge of alcohol and drug abuse intervention and the 12 Step Program.
• Ability to effectively interact with clients from various socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to make verbal presentations to small or large groups.
• Ability to work closely with various agencies (law enforcement, schools, employers, health, welfare).
• Ability to identify client problems and plan for intervention.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• 1 year in counseling services, social services, or other community service.
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Services, Counseling, or other related field

Responsibilities

• Reviews clients treatment plans and supports client progress through the social service program to ensure that clients receive appropriate services and interventions.
• Performs initial assessments of clients to verify eligibility for participation in the programs, develops a treatment plan for the client, and coordinates resources.
• Participates and conducts training for clients and their families to teach coping and other life skills to enable clients and families to effectively manage problems.
• Counsels and advises clients and families by developing a client treatment plan to ensure that individuals receive appropriate services and interventions.
• Maintains contacts with various social service agencies and awareness of the scope of services available; makes client referrals for additional social services.
• Documents utilization of services to recommend changes in service delivery policy or procedures that will best meet client needs.
• Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees