Overview

Thrive and Change Lives

At Catholic Charities over 70% of our managers were promoted from within!

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

Responsibilities

The Homeless Case Worker Position will focus on providing support to ensure homeless school-aged children, residing in hotels, are receiving adequate education. They will assist with enrollment, transportation and other coordination as appropriate.

The Homeless Case Worker will also perform all aspects of case management with families staying in the hotel and families referred from DSS/211 for services, including but not limited to: Transportation of clients between the hotel and shelter, transport clients moving from the Emergency Family Shelter to housing destination. Transport clients to appointments as needed and help transport clients to apartment viewings. Engage in client interviews to assess and understand the nature and extent of their challenges, which may include personal and family adjustments, potential foster care situations, financial struggles, employment issues, basic needs concerns, and physical or mental impairments. They will gather relevant information about the client's medical, psychological, and social factors, evaluate their capacities, and provide counseling and support to develop plans for meeting their needs and improving their social functioning. The Homeless Case Worker will actively refer clients to community resources and organizations, maintain accurate documentation and reporting for government agencies and funding sources, and ensure effective communication with supervisors and other stakeholders. Timely reporting of safety issues is also an essential responsibility. 

This position pays $21.00 Per hour

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• Associate Degree in Human Services or a related field.
• Three years of experience working with vulnerable individuals.
• Alternatively, a combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Candidates with lived experience are preferred and encouraged to apply.

Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:

• Valid N.Y.S. Driver's License.
• Registered and insured vehicle.
• N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry clearance.

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client's homes and/or community facilities.
• Some locations may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals.

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives. Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer