Social Case Worker I

Social Case Worker I, Alumni

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled

OUR PURPOSE

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: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement. 

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.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: 

Provides professional casework services to alumni families of Marisol Homes program to improve client stability, self-sufficiency and personal growth and development.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

• Provide information, referral, and advocacy to Marisol Homes alumni families.  
• Regularly and consistently update and notify the alumni families about resources in the community.  
• Performs comprehensive assessment of clients within established guidelines through interviewing, record review, and other appropriate casework methods.   
• Develops, implements and modifies program goals with individuals, families and ancillary service providers.  
• Monitors and assesses client progress towards identified goals.  
• Provides crisis intervention and supportive services to assist clients in reaching program goals.  
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date case records; documents client contacts and progress to ensure program compliance and adherence to standards.  
• Implements program objectives and performance standards as directed by supervisor/ management  
• Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with other community-based organizations and parishes for reasons of advocacy, education, resource development and public relations.   
• Plans curriculum and facilitates support/educational groups/classes for clients and community building activities.  
• Maintains accurate and timely program statistical data to meet reporting requirements. Enters data and generates reports.  
• Demonstrates skills and sensitivity to the cultural/linguistic differences of staff, clients and community.  
• Participating and contributing to a positive community environment to assist and support families with their on-going goals of the Marisol Homes program. 
• Supports, promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics.  
• 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.  

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES   

• Good steward of Agency human, financial and capital resources  
• Participate in Division or agency events/initiatives.  
• Participates effectively as a team member through communication, cooperation, information sharing and problem solving.  
• Participates in staff trainings and programs as required.  
• Participate and attend staff meetings.  
• Work evenings, weekends and/or holidays.  
• Any other tasks or duties as assigned.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES   

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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: 

Salary: $21-$22 hourly  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a human services field from an accredited college or university  
• At least 6 months related experience and/or training.  
• One year of case management with homeless populations preferred.  
• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills and be self-motivated   
• Knowledge of and ability to apply the basic theories and practices of counseling and social services, interviewing and assessment techniques, as well as, professional reports and documents preparation. 
• Knowledge and ability to apply case management that is trauma informed, specifically trauma around abuse and domestic violence.  
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, other employees, organizations and the public are required.   
• Show flexibility and adaptability to a fast -paced work environment and crisis situations with clients.  
• Basic knowledge of computers to input information, maintain client and program data, and create communications.   
• Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics as well as appropriate techniques and practices for the client population specifically targeting homeless women and children.  
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.   
   

LANGUAGE SKILLS   

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 an organization.  

REASONING ABILITY   

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.  

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS   

Valid driver’s license, clear driving record, and proof of insurance required.  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS    

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to handle and feel.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT    

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Travel: Within local area and throughout the Diocese of Denver.   

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

OTHER  

• Equipment Used: General office.  

   

   

Training:We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career.  Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits:In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so there may be a need to work some holidays, which would include holiday pay).
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• 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.
   

   

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers.  We look forward to meeting you! 

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process. 

Drug-Free Workplace. 

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local,

state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any

aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with

our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

EEO/AA 

Salary : $21 - $22