Caseworker, Social Work

Div Shelter Housing, Diversion, Shelter and Housing Programs, 184 Mill Street, Springfield, MA 01108, USA

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking a Caseworker to join our Diversion, Shelter and Housing (DSH) program working at our Shelter in Holyoke, MA. This case worker will be working with people who are experiencing homelessness/living outside to connect them with resources and find shelter and/or housing for them. The Caseworker will provide triage case work and outreach.

Your role as a Caseworker:

The Caseworker is a paraprofessional who actively supports the philosophy of the agency and maintains a high level of commitment to participants served. The Caseworker provides a supportive relationship with clients in need of services that address needs regarding mental health, substance use, and housing and facilitates their living independently in the community.

• Experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution preferred
• Substance abuse and mental health experience preferred
• Multiple years of experience in case management and social services preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Required valid Massachusetts driver’s license with ability to pass background driving record check
• Required vehicle readily available on site and throughout all work hours
• Approved criminal background check (CORI)

• Supportive and receptive personality
• High energy and/or a demonstrated ability to engage families with voluntary services
• Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential
• Goal orientation and the ability to construct thoughtful service plans in partnership with families
• Assertive and confident
• Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis
• Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member
• Able to uphold professional boundaries

Schedule: This is a full-time position, Sunday - Thursday 8am-4pm or 8:30am - 4:30pm

Pay rate is $21.53/hr take advantage of our phenomenal benefits package that includes Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait – apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

Bachelors or better.

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