Human Services Worker

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland•Euclid, OH

14h•$32,743

About The Position

Looking for a rewarding career with a purpose? If you are a compassionate and dedicated person looking for an opportunity to make a difference in society, we encourage you to apply. Catholic Charities isn’t just an organization that provides help to those in need in our communities—it’s a place where employees are encouraged to live purpose driven lives, professionally and personally. Join our team as we provide help and create hope for those in need. At Catholic Charities, we serve everyone, regardless of belief or background, and we employ qualified individuals who commit to our mission with the goal of transforming lives for the better. One need not be Catholic to join our workforce nor to access our services. Human Service Worker: - Under direction, ensure that the activities of this position and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision and values of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland. - Provide support services to clients and their families or employers, individually and in groups including job coaching as appropriate. - Provide referral and follow up services to appropriate programs as needed. - Make visits to clients and their families at their work sites/home/school as appropriate. - Act as an advocate to programs and clients. - Plan, implement, and facilitate program activities. - Exemplify positive role modeling by professionalism, language, work ethic, and positive communication. - Complete and maintain appropriate documentation and paperwork as required. - Set goals and direction for the program participants. - Work with other social service agencies, schools, community colleges, businesses, churches and employers to develop additional resources and/or work experience/job placements for program participants. - Prepare group report forms and maintain confidential records on clients. - Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Requirements

Combination of education and experience normally represented by a High School diploma or equivalent plus college coursework and/or technical experience.
One to two years of related experience required.
Must have good oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to develop positive relationships with senior adults.
Must be well organized, detail oriented, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Good working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software.
Must be able to form good working relationships with various resources.
Must have valid Ohio Drivers License and reliable means of transportation for local travel.
Final applicant is required to be fingerprinted to complete background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with seniors preferred.
Knowledge of relevant community resources preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure that the activities of this position and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision and values of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland.
Provide support services to clients and their families or employers, individually and in groups including job coaching as appropriate.
Provide referral and follow up services to appropriate programs as needed.
Make visits to clients and their families at their work sites/home/school as appropriate.
Act as an advocate to programs and clients.
Plan, implement, and facilitate program activities.
Exemplify positive role modeling by professionalism, language, work ethic, and positive communication.
Complete and maintain appropriate documentation and paperwork as required.
Set goals and direction for the program participants.
Work with other social service agencies, schools, community colleges, businesses, churches and employers to develop additional resources and/or work experience/job placements for program participants.
Prepare group report forms and maintain confidential records on clients.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed.