Caseworker - SCL

Lutheran Services in Iowa • Dubuque, IA

7d

About The Position

If you're looking for a way you can make a positive change in your community, LSI is looking for you. Join our team today! At LSI, your journey is our passion! Our Services for People with Disabilities team is searching for dedicated, compassionate hourly part-time (10-23 hrs/wk or 24-29 hrs/wk or 30+ hrs/wk) Caseworkers in the Dubuque area . The Iowans we serve are seeking a life of greater confidence and independence, and it's our privilege to empower them toward success every day. What We Do As one of Iowa's most trusted human services agencies, LSI has a legacy of serving children, adults, and families for more than 160 years. Our Services for People with Disabilities wrap care around individuals across the state, from providing occasional respite care or weekly services, to 24/7 support in either a shared apartment environment or one-on-one care through our Supported Community Living (SCL) program. You can make a direct impact on the lives of the Iowans we are privileged to serve. What You'll Do An hourly SCL Caseworker works with children and some addults with intellectual disabilities or chronic mental illness. Our Caseworkers are there to provide support, assistance, and instruction in learning independent living skills like: - Money management - Socialization - Cooking - Personal hygiene It's important that the individuals we work with are encouraged to be involved in their community. Our Caseworkers should know the basics of outcome-based performance measures, and develop Individualized Service Plans that are functional and reflective of the personal goals each of our individuals have. Flexible position with flexible schedule. Looking for someone who wants part-time that can lead to full-time position once caseload is built. No weekends, working with adults and after-school hours with children. Able to make own schedule that fits the clients needs. This position is out in the community and clients' home. Must have computer skills and able to drive since we take clients out into the community. If you looking to help others achieve their goals this job is for you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS in human services, education, or human services related field. One year of related experience is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Non- human services and 1 year of human services related experience.
• AA Degree with 2 years of human services experience.
• High school diploma/GED with 4 years of human services experience.
• Must have some basic computer skills.
• valid driver's license
• auto insurance
• a good driving record
• the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• provide support, assistance, and instruction in learning independent living skills
• Money management
• Socialization
• Cooking
• Personal hygiene
• encourage individuals to be involved in their community
• know the basics of outcome-based performance measures
• develop Individualized Service Plans that are functional and reflective of the personal goals each of our individuals have

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits
• A flexible schedule
• A 401(k)
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
• Career-building opportunities
• Special Team LSI perks like pet insurance and cell phone discounts through Verizon

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees