Social Services Caseworker

Social Services Caseworker   The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Social Services Caseworker in Henderson, NC.   Job Summary  Provides social service assistance to eligible clients in the following areas: food, clothing, and financial assistance rent/mortgage and utility payments; interviews clients to determine need and eligibility to receive services; disaster related social services, prepares accurate and complete client records; refers clients to community agencies and maintains effective working relationships with same; maintaining the food pantry and preparing food boxes as needed for clients on a daily basis responsible for all processes involved in Christmas programs (Elderly Food Baskets and Angel Tree); ensures compliance with program policies and procedures.     Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of social service practices and principles.     Ability to interview clients in order to evaluate and serve their needs.   Ability to determine client eligibility for program assistance based on specific program guidelines and restrictions.   Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with the public and community agencies.   Ability to prepare accurate and complete client records, filing, reports, and statistics.   Education and Experience  High school diploma or G.E.D., and two years experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.   Physical Requirements/Working Conditions  Ability to meet attendance requirements.   Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.   Ability to perform mathematical calculations.   Ability to type and keypunch information into a computer.   Ability to sort and file documents alphabetically and numerically.   Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone, typewriter, computer, and adding machine.   Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5-10% of work time.   Additional Comments: All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.To apply, please visit: https://www.indeed.com Application Submittal Period: 10/04/23-10/31/23   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled