Community Service Learning Caseworker

Position: Community Service Learning Caseworker

Location: Des Moines, IA

Job : 1014

# of Openings: 1

The Community Service Learning Caseworker works integrally with the youth, family and team to implement structured programming for the youth to complete assigned community service hours. The Caseworker provides services to youth identified as needing restorative and supportive services.

Community Service Learning Caseworkers work in Polk county. The position works Tuesday - Saturday (Saturday hours 8:00 - 12:00). Summer hours are 9:00 - 5:00, and during the school year hours are typically 11:00 - 7:00. Base pay for the position is $19/hour.

Orchard Place values diversity, equity and inclusion, and we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence; therefore we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

• Make a significant impact on the lives of the children and families that we serve.
• Work with an incredibly supportive and diverse team to provide the best care to our clients.
• Receive professional development and training opportunities at no cost to you. Orchard Place values growth and change, and we are here to support you through your own personal career development.
• Enjoy a competitive benefits and time off package.
• Have your employment at Orchard Place qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF forgives the remaining balance on your federal Direct Loans after you make 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full time for a qualifying public service employer (such as Orchard Place).

• Work with nonprofit agencies and private residents to organize community worksites.
• Provide support and assistance in the areas of behavior management, crisis intervention/prevention and provision of additional services to youth and their families.
• Maintain knowledge of community resources pertinent to youth's successful completion of community service hours.
• Maintain regular contact with referral source, family and all other relevant parties

• Bachelor's degree in human service related field.
• Minimum of one year experience working with children and youth.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and/or in writing and knowledge of and the ability to implement current theoretical approaches to counseling.
• Valid driver's license and driving record that meets agency guidelines.

Criminal, abuse registry and motor vehicle record checks completed as required by Orchard Place's licensing and accreditation standards.