Case Worker

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

• BASIC PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to provide support and coordination for children and youth at the Garden Street Family Shelter.

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinate care coordination of for shelter children and youth
• Coordinate case services with county social workers
• Prepare and plan children’s activities for school break (Winter, Spring, Summer, etc.)
• Transport students to and from school, if needed
• Refer at-risk children to partner agencies for intervention
• Serve as a liaison to local school and school districts
• Coordinate educational supports for school aged children
• Coordinate volunteer mentors/tutors for educational supports
• Serve on Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) team
• Monitor and observe participants for safety and program policy compliance
• Maintain and organize facility logs (write-ups, overnights, etc.)
• Maintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requested
• Coordinate on-site recreational activities and maintain good relationships with families
• Serve as liaison between the shelter and Oakland Garden Street Corps
• Serve and participate on the case conference team
• Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards
• Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system
• Answer phone, handle routine questions and direct calls
• Utilize harm reduction and trauma informed care principles
• Maintain a professional image and procedures for the front office
• Complete written documentation of participant infractions
• Maintain a neat and organized filling system
• Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis
• Adhere to confidentiality standards
• Other duties as assigned
• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional level
• High degree of confidentiality
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office applications Word, Excel and Outlook preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presence
• High degree of organizational skills
• Approach problem solving creatively
• Strong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasks
• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• High school diploma
• Minimum three (3) years experience in social services, case management, child services or related field
• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle
• Must be 21 years or older
• Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects
• Ability to reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to lift up to 25-40 lbs.
• Ability to operate a computer
• Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.