Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

Social Case Worker I

OUR PURPOSE

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement.

Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

A Social Case Worker I at Catholic Charities:

Provides professional case management services to program clients to improve client stability, self-sufficiency and personal growth and development.

• Applies appropriate techniques and standards in program development and service delivery of case management services to clients under close supervision.
• Implements program objectives and performance standards as directed by supervisor/ management
• Performs comprehensive needs assessment of clients within established guidelines through interviewing, record review, and other appropriate methods.
• Provides supportive services and interventions to assist clients in reaching goals.
• Authorizes services of the organization based upon assessment of need and availability of resources.
• Monitors and assesses client progress towards identified goals.
• Maintains complete, accurate and up-to-date case records and files.
• Documents client contacts and progress to ensure program compliance and adherence to standards.
• Maintains collaborative working relationships with government and community-based organizations for advocacy, education and resource development.
• Utilizes knowledge of the resources available at all levels of government (federal, state and local), as well as government and community resources to make appropriate referrals to resolve identified issues.
• Advocates and interacts with other service providers on behalf of participants.
• Identifies, refers and connects clients to other appropriate agencies and resources to resolve issues and to achieve individual recovery plans.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, other employees, organizations and the public are required.
• Flexible and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have reliable personal vehicle to drive to meetings and client homes
• Basic knowledge of computers to input information, maintain client and program data, and create communications.
• Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in social work or related field from an accredited college or university; and at least 1-year related experience and/or training working with seniors, veterans and/or disabled or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Pay: $20 eligible for $1 bilingual differential

Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.

Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding

environment, eligible Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package, including:

• Shift is Full Time
• Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
• 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.)
• 403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
• Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date.
• May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.

**Part-time employees (20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and match.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!

We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.

Drug-Free Workplace

Catholic Charities serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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