What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Ministries Caseworker position at The Salvation Army Eastern Territory?
Overview
The Salvation Army – Waltham Corps is hiring for a Social Ministries Caseworker and offers excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:
- Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays, up to 3 personal days, vacation time and sick time.
- Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
- Comprehensive health care coverage with low cost employee premiums, co-pays and deductibles
- Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability, AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Eligibility for the Federal Government’s Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Most importantly – a job with a good purpose!
Location: Waltham Corps
Pay Rate: $15 to $17 per hour
Hours: Full-Time, 35 hours/week
Interview clients seeking assistance for various human service needs and making referrals to other area agencies for further services. Maintain daily records of clients including but not limited to forms/files/correspondence/statistical information. Support Corps in the implementation of social ministries programs and collaborate with other social service agencies in the community.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma, required
- Associate degree in Social Services, preferred
- Experience in the Social Services field
- Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
- Proven written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs
- Good problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of the local community and services provided
- Valid driver’s license and use of official vehicle may be required. Ability to travel as needed
- Bi-lingual, preferred