Case Worker (Emergency Program) (7271

Case Worker (Emergency Program)

GA-RED Atl Red Shield Shelter - Atlanta, GA 30313

Salary Range $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Regular Job Shift Any Education Level Some College Category Case Management

This position is responsible for:

Monitoring assigned caseload of clients participating in a short-term life management program; establishing program plan/goals and evaluating client's progress by conducting routine meetings with client and/or staff; serving as advocate for client to acquire services that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interviews applicants to determine eligibility for program enrollment based on established guidelines and requirements; conduct needs assessment, obtain pertinent information and establish program goals for eligible clients; refers applicants to other agencies if not appropriate for program.
• Develops intake and case plans for client; instructs clients in completing necessary paperwork including goals and/or budget forms; completes orientation check-off form and obtains release of information forms when appropriate; completes social history on new clients each week.
• Prepares and maintains case records and logs on all assigned clients; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same; enters pertinent information into the established Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
• Meets regularly with clients to discuss and evaluate their progress; prepares accurate and up-to-date records documenting the same; receives incident reports and enforces disciplinary actions for infractions of the house guidelines.
• Plans, coordinates, and/or facilitates life management classes to assist clients in obtaining skills that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment; obtains speakers and workshop presenters as needed.

Physical Requirements and

Working Conditions:

Ability to meet attendance requirements;
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language;
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. 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.

Employee Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement and more!

• Two years of college coursework form an accredited college or university in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field.
• Two (2) years' experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and

Certifications:

• Valid Driver's License.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Veterans | Disabled