Salvation Army Eastern Territory
Job Caseworker
Salvation Army Eastern Territory, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States, 17601
Caseworker
The Salvation Army is hiring for a Caseworker position in the Family Services Department. The position is available immediately and requires a schedule from 8:30AM to 4:00PM. The Caseworker reports to the Family Services Coordinator and the Corps Officer. The salary range is $19-$22 with a grade of 75NE. The Salvation Army offers an excellent benefit package including generous paid time off, an employer-funded pension plan, eligibility for supplemental insurance plans, and a job with a good purpose. Responsibilities
The Caseworker is responsible for meeting the emergency assistance needs of clients, including providing direct assistance and making referrals for clients. The goal is to move clients out of crisis-living patterns into being more self-sufficient. Interview clients, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required. Maintain case history and prepare reports as needed. Refer clients to community resources for services such as job placement, debt counseling, legal aid, housing, and medical treatment. Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided. Assist with food pantry as needed. Assist with Christmas assistance program and specific seasonal assistance programs as assigned. Work with Family Services Coordinator to provide volunteer training to Family Services volunteers. Keep monthly records on client's data specifically to produce statistics for The Salvation Army and outcomes-based statistics. Assist Family Services Coordinator with day-to-day functions of the Family Services department. Attend trainings/seminars/meetings as recommended by Family Services Coordinator. Perform other duties as assigned. The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in social work, BSW is preferred. 3 years experience in social work field. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office. Bilingual ability (English and Spanish) preferred. Valid Driver's License. Knowledge of cultural flexibility, competence in working with multi-cultural participants and experience working with inner-city populations. Detail oriented, flexible, and able to work under pressure with minimal supervision. Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks prior to employment: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. Must have an understanding of and support the Mission of The Salvation Army. If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter. Internal candidates can apply online at External candidates can apply online at
The Salvation Army is hiring for a Caseworker position in the Family Services Department. The position is available immediately and requires a schedule from 8:30AM to 4:00PM. The Caseworker reports to the Family Services Coordinator and the Corps Officer. The salary range is $19-$22 with a grade of 75NE. The Salvation Army offers an excellent benefit package including generous paid time off, an employer-funded pension plan, eligibility for supplemental insurance plans, and a job with a good purpose. Responsibilities
The Caseworker is responsible for meeting the emergency assistance needs of clients, including providing direct assistance and making referrals for clients. The goal is to move clients out of crisis-living patterns into being more self-sufficient. Interview clients, assessing their situations, capabilities, and problems to determine what services are required. Maintain case history and prepare reports as needed. Refer clients to community resources for services such as job placement, debt counseling, legal aid, housing, and medical treatment. Develop and review service plans in consultation with clients and perform follow-ups assessing the quantity and quality of services provided. Assist with food pantry as needed. Assist with Christmas assistance program and specific seasonal assistance programs as assigned. Work with Family Services Coordinator to provide volunteer training to Family Services volunteers. Keep monthly records on client's data specifically to produce statistics for The Salvation Army and outcomes-based statistics. Assist Family Services Coordinator with day-to-day functions of the Family Services department. Attend trainings/seminars/meetings as recommended by Family Services Coordinator. Perform other duties as assigned. The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in social work, BSW is preferred. 3 years experience in social work field. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office. Bilingual ability (English and Spanish) preferred. Valid Driver's License. Knowledge of cultural flexibility, competence in working with multi-cultural participants and experience working with inner-city populations. Detail oriented, flexible, and able to work under pressure with minimal supervision. Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks prior to employment: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. Must have an understanding of and support the Mission of The Salvation Army. If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter. Internal candidates can apply online at External candidates can apply online at