Caseworker,Eligibility -IV Job Dillingham Alaska USA,Social Work

POSITION TITLE:

477 Caseworker, Eligibility OBJECTIVE

Focusing on casework, provides casework services for all Bristol Bay resident applicants under the Workforce Development (WFD) program, including helping clients gain access to all services allowable under Federal and State regulations and develop self-sufficiency plans which support finding employment that lead clients to becoming self-sufficient.

QUALIFICATIONS

License / Certification:
Current valid Alaska Driver’s License and liability insurance
Clearance:
Background clearance check including fingerprints
Computer skills. Keyboard, MS programs, e-mail/internet. Ability to learn data entry program for case management.

COMMON JOB RESULTS FOR EACH LEVEL

Protect program integrity and client privacy by

Agreeing to BBNA’s policy on confidentiality, keeping confidential information gained through employment secure, during and after this employment.
Delivering services in a manner that is respectful of culture, ethical, and professional.

Contribute to the overall team effort by

Welcoming new and different work requirements; exploring new opportunities to add value to the organization; helping others accomplish related job results as and where needed

Keep Management Informed by

Recordkeeping in order to document services for funding agencies and for efficient service delivery. Casework staff will help ensure client files have all the necessary 477 self-sufficiency plan documentation and are in the proper order so accurate information can be retrieved quickly and reliably.
Participating in scheduled Workforce Department team meetings.
Producing a monthly activity report.

Travel in and out of region by

Traveling for mandatory face-to-face meetings or trainings as required to provide services, participate in training or workshops and to exchange current information significant to regional, Tribal, State and Federal entities.
Fully participating in a manner of professional conduct while in travel status.
Ensuring that any travel is well-planned and scheduled according to BBNA policy.

Monitors and improves program and service quality By

Understanding the Workforce Development Department goals and objectives in addition to Individual program goals and objectives to participate in measuring whether those goals and objectives are being met by clients utilizing BBNA Workforce Department services.

REPORTS TO:

Deputy Director 477 CASEWORKER, Level I

Focusing on casework, collaborate directly with clients and program staff to create self-sufficiency plans. Introduction to casework by performing a minimal load of casework with close supervision. Caseload may be increased with experience as skills develop.

Achieves Program Goals and Objectives By

Receiving training on PL102-477 Workforce Development rules, regulations, and procedures.

Identifying, contacting, and assisting Workforce clients with plans

Assist clients with gathering necessary documentation that will lead to employment (i.e., Driver’s License, Social Security cards for all household members, Birth certificates, Tribal , etc.)

Collaborating directly with participants to assist in understanding their roles and responsibilities in the program.

Helping participants complete paperwork for all 477 services and other programs for which they may be eligible that are outside of BBNA WFD

Assisting all participants to progress in their self-sufficiency plan through client contacts and notices

Working to become familiar with Bristol Bay area, people, and cultures with an understanding of the social and cultural needs of Native communities

Managing a case load of 1-15 clients

Work to become proficient in tracking and documenting client progress in their 477-plan

Learning resources outside of BBNA that can assist clients with…

Caseworker, Eligibility -IV