Case Manager-NE_Service Extension-Welfare-714

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for a Case Manager for Kingfisher Service Unit, located in Kingfisher, Oklahoma.   Job Summary   Provides social service assistance to eligible clients in the following areas: Food, lodging, clothing, furniture, and financial assistance; interviews clients to determine need and eligibility to receive services; prepares accurate and complete client records; refers clients to community agencies and maintains effective working relationships with the same; ensures compliance with program policies and procedures.   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities   Knowledge or general office practices and principles.   Knowledge of social service practices and principles. Ability to interview clients to evaluate and serve their needs. Ability to determine client eligibility for program assistance based on specific program guidelines and restrictions.   Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the public and community agencies.   Ability to prepare accurate and complete client records, reports and statistics.   Ability to meet attendance requirements   Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.   Ability to perform mathematical calculations.   Ability to type and keypunch information into computer.   Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically.   Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone, computer, and adding machine.   Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5- 10% of work time.   Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relievedby brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.   Education and Experience   High school diploma or GED And two years’ experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.   Licenses and Certifications   Valid Driver’s License. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions   Ability to meet attendance requirements. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to keypunch information into computer.   Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically.   Ability to work well under the pressure of deadlines.   Ability to follow instructions and work independently with limited supervision.   Ability to effectively and efficiently work on multiple projects at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized.   Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts  associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. Additional Information   All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.   To apply, please selectthe “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.   Equal OpportunityEmployer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled