Temporary Disaster Response Crisis Case Worker Pinellas County

Volunteers of America - Florida•Saint Petersburg, FL

37d•$24

About The Position

We Shelter, We Support, We Guide, and We Care for the most vulnerable in our communities. Some people can't imagine doing what we do. We can't imagine not doing it. At Volunteers of America of Florida, we are more than a non-profit organization. We are a ministry of service with a shared vision of a world where all people live in safety with social, emotional and physical wellbeing, spiritual fulfillment, justice and hope. Volunteers of America has been serving those most in need across the nation since 1896 and in Florida since the 1920's. Join our dedicated and talented team of employees in 18 Florida cities and make a personal and fulfilling contribution to the people we serve. The Temporary Disaster Response Crisis Case Worker works with individuals, families, and groups to provide outreach, emotional support, individual and group crisis counseling, public education and referrals when needed as related to Project COPE, a program designed to assist areas that have been declared a major disaster by the President. This project ends early 2026. Represents program in the community and networks with other agencies and partners to ensure needs of survivors are met. Provides presentations to community groups on disaster reactions, coping skills, stress management and the CCP. Help us realize our vision as we "strive to provide premier human services and experiences with superior results for individuals and families in need".

Requirements

Minimum of High School and 2 years related experience required.
Travel 75% or more within Pinellas County required.

Responsibilities

Provide outreach, emotional support, individual and group crisis counseling, public education and referrals when needed as related to Project COPE
Represent program in the community and networks with other agencies and partners to ensure needs of survivors are met.
Provide presentations to community groups on disaster reactions, coping skills, stress management and the CCP.

Benefits

Generous vacation and sick time
11 Paid Holidays
Robust Wellness Plan with generous cash incentives
Pet Insurance
83% Employer paid-based dental plan with option for buy-up plans
AFLAC Plans-Accident, Cancer with options
100% Employer-paid Life Insurance/ADD
100% Employer-paid Long and Short-Term Disability
H.S.A. (Health Saving Account) - High Deductible Plan
FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
403(B) retirement plan options with match
Voluntary Benefit Programs including Vision and Life/ADD Insurance (employee, spouse and dependent children)
EAP - Employee Assistance Program
We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.