Stabilization Caseworker

Center for Human Development (CHD)•Springfield, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking a Stabilization Caseworker to join their Diversion, Shelter and Housing (DSH) division. This role actively supports the agency's philosophy and maintains a high level of commitment to program families. The primary focus is to assist families recently placed in permanent housing to maintain the stability of their tenancies. The caseworker also provides a supportive relationship to clients needing services for mental health, substance use, and other collateral issues, and works with families and staff to ensure compliance with HomeBASE regulations and program guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Reliable, registered & insured vehicle and approved driving record check
Approved criminal background check (CORI)

Nice To Haves

Experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution preferred
Cheerful, outward-going personality
High energy level
Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential
Supportive and goal orientated
Assertive and confident
Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis
Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member
Able to separate personal values from consumer issues
Able to uphold professional boundaries

Responsibilities

Assist families recently placed in permanent housing to maintain the stability of their tenancies.
Provide a supportive relationship to clients in need of services that address mental health, substance use, and other collateral issues.
Work with families and staff to assure compliance with HomeBASE regulations and program guidelines.