Case Worker_NE-AOK_714-Service Extension (Welfare)

Case WorkerThe Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for an Case Worker for our Service Extension office in Ponca City Oklahoma.   Job Summary  Determine client eligibility for assistance from The Salvation Army for needs such as utility assistance, temporary shelter, prescription assistance and other emergency needs; Ensure all program plan/goals are followed, as well as all policies and procedures; Insure all client documentation is accurate, compliant and secured.     Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the principles and practices of case management.   Knowledge of social service resources and agencies in the community.   Knowledge of effective communication and motivation practices.   Ability to develop program plans and goals based on client’s needs   Ability to evaluate the client’s progress toward program goals.   Ability to work with the public encompassing all types of behaviors.   Ability to interview clients and to obtain pertinent information.   Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and complete case notes and client records.   Ability to plan organize and prioritize work in-order-to accomplish work in compliance with quality standards and deadline.   Ability to build and maintain effective and professional working relationships with clients and community agencies.   Ability to meet attendance requirements.   Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.   Ability to think clearly and quickly in-order-to maintain control of client caseload.   Ability to work on multiple cases effectively and efficiently at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized.   Education and Experience Two years of college coursework from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field, and Two years of 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.    Physical Requirements/Working Conditions   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 relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.   Working Conditions: 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, and the like.   Additional Comments: All employees recognize 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 select the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this positing. 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 Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled  ______________________________________