Disaster CASE WORKER - Anchorage

Job Details: DISASTER CASE WORKER
- Anchorage

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Vacancy Name

Vacancy Name DISASTER CASE WORKER
- Anchorage

Vacancy No

Vacancy No VN927

Employment Type

Employment Type

Full Time Non-Exempt

Location

Location Anchorage-Central Office

Salary Range

Salary Range 27.00

Salary Period

Salary Period Hourly

Benefits As a full time, regular employee, you will be eligible to participate in the benefit programs on the first day of the month after your 60th day of employment.

JOB SUMMARY: The RurAL CAP Disaster Response Case Worker provides direct support to individuals and families referred to Alaksa Volunteers in Disaster (AKVOAD) Halong Typhoon Long ‑ Term Recovery Group.

This role offers compassionate, culturally centered case management to survivors of Typhoon Halong. The ideal candidate is a good problem solver, people ‑ centered, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast ‑ moving recovery environment. This work will primarily take place in the Southcentral area but some support will be provided to survivors located in Bethel and Western Alaska.

* Temporary and permanent positions are available.

• Work with a team of disaster case workers and staff, primarily serving Survivors in the Southcentral area but also providing some support to survivors in remote Western Alaska.
• Attend regular team meetings, coordinated case management meetings and partner meetings.
• Manage a case load, supporting clients/survivors with goal-setting and recovery planning, resource navigation, and advocacy as needed.
• Coordinate services, resources, and follow – up with clients throughout their recovery process.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case files and documentation in accordance with LTRG policies.
• Communicate with partner agencies to ensure continuity of care and avoid duplication of services.
• Assist with data entry, reporting, and documentation required for grants, compliance, and program evaluation.
• Support communication efforts, including email updates, announcements, and coordination with partner organizations.
• Assist with logistics for trainings, community meetings, and LTRG events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Requires teamwork with other employees, and an ability to share information and coordinate effectively.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow established policies and procedures.
• Ability to manage work time well, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to exercise good judgement, courtesy, and tact.
• Ability to establish a good rapport with people of diverse cultures and belief systems.
• Must demonstrate sound judgment, professional boundaries, ethics, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate cultural humility and respect for diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community partners.
• Maintain a welcoming, client – centered approach in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and operations of the LTRG.

• Agency is a mandated tobacco, drug and alcohol-free workplace.
• Develop and maintains constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
• Use computers and computer programs effectively to enter data, create spreadsheets and process information, and develop documents, program and training materials.
• Must have the ability to operate the following equipment: desktop computer, telephone, copier, PC printer, and fax machine.
• Regular travel to rural Alaska and ability to carry out job responsibilities in rural areas without, or with limited, running water and sewer systems.
• Ability to sleep on floor in communities where no other lodging is available.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly grasp, type, see, talk, hear, lift and carry 40 pounds of weight by utilizing proper lifting techniques and working in a safe manner. This position will also be performing physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, and handling materials.
• Occasionally performs sedentary activities that require sitting for long periods and repetitive use of hands, wrists and arms for handling, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Must be in good general health and free from serious physical, mental health and/or substance abuse issues.

This is a Full Time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or hours may vary with location. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. This is an in-person position with opportunity for some remote work upon Director approval. Mandatory, in-office workdays occur at least weekly, or more, as needed.

Travel is primarily local during the business day, with travel to rural communities; out-of-area and overnight travel is required. This may include transportation by small aircraft and alternative ground…