Social Case Worker I

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver • Denver, CO

8d • $25 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries. Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission-driven individuals are recognized and rewarded. Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Needs to demonstrate strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the theories and practices of counseling and social work, skills in the use of interviewing and assessment techniques, skills in preparing professional reports and documents, skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, organizations and the public are required.
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Nice To Haves

• Human services, social work degree preferred.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• HMIS training and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies clients who are eligible for benefits.
• Assists clients in the benefits application process.
• Monitors and assesses client progress towards identified goals.
• Refers and facilitates connection of participants to needed professional and human service agencies and initiates follow-up services as needed.
• Coordinates case conferences with agencies or persons involved with the participant’s self-sufficiency efforts as necessary.
• Authorizes services of the organization based upon assessment of need and availability of resources.
• Maintains accurate case records; documents client contacts and progress in order to ensure accountability.
• Inputs required data information for statistical and monthly reports.
• Provides feedback on systemic barriers impeding the success of the household or program.
• Participates as a positive team member through communication, cooperation, information sharing and problem solving.
• Demonstrates skills and sensitivity to the cultural/linguistic differences of staff, clients and community.
• Participates in staff training as required.
• Plans and provides training for community agencies and groups as needed.
• Completes or provides input to reports documenting program activities.
• Reflects Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Provides emergency response coverage for the Division in on-call rotation.
• Participates effectively as a team member through communication, cooperation, information sharing and problem solving.
• Participates in staff trainings and programs as required.
• Any other tasks or duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure)
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.
• Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level