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Reading, PA - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Overview

Position: Caseworker

Department: Family Services

Availability of Position: Immediately

Schedule: 8AM to 4:30PM

Reporting Relationship: Family Services Supervisor/Director of Social Services

Salary/Grade: 72 NE

The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:

  • Generous paid time off every year that includes: holidays vacation time and sick time.
  • Employer funded Pension Plan (company contributions begin after 1 year of employment)
  • Eligibility for supplemental insurance plans including Short Term Disability AFLAC and Voluntary Term Life
  • Most importantly a job with a good purpose!

Responsibilities

Position Overview:

The Salvation Army Reading Corps is seeking a caseworker to provide case management and emergency crisis assistance to families in need. Caseworkers are trained in programs designated to help individuals and families overcome barriers leading to self-sufficiency such as utility disconnects rental assistance utility customer assistance programs prescriptions photo IDs busspasses and home heating assistance. Maintain small responsibilities within The Salvation Armys Food Pantry Program.

Description of Position:

  • Provide explanation of all required documentation for appointments and program eligibility
  • Interview clients following established procedures to determine eligibility for programs
  • Complete thorough intake assessment of each participant appropriately
  • Schedule appointments as needed
  • Conduct home visits/inspections for various programs
  • Update files for each program participant
  • Obtain and copy documentation required by each program. Maintain accurate filing system
  • Use computer to complete the prescreening and application process for utility programs
  • Make appropriate referrals to community resources
  • Maintain accurate records in the Social Services Program and other databases
  • Assist in the distribution of food clothing or other donated items as appropriate including Holiday Assistance
  • Maintain organization within the food pantry based on food pantry policies and procedures
  • Rotate food by the FIFO system (First in First Out)
  • Fill in at reception desk as needed. Answer phones and direct calls as necessary.
  • Coordinate with other staff members for cohesive service delivery
  • Maintain client confidentiality at all times
  • Treat all coworkers clients and community members etc. with the utmost respect
  • Ensure clients experience a sense of dignity importance and know that they are cared for
  • Seek opportunities to improve services processes and procedures
  • Work collaboratively within the organization and with other community partner agencies
  • Maintain accurate client files/data
  • Maintain the security of all client files and information at all times
  • Seek opportunities to offer spiritual care / refer clients to corps officers for this purpose as appropriate
  • Represent The Salvation Army the church and service programs in a professional and caring manner
  • Must maintain the highest standards of integrity at all times
  • Assist other staff and leadership in the development and maintenance of accurate processes and procedures updated forms etc.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities as requested for social services/technical skills improvement attend social services conferences present information to staff or other groups as requested
  • Performs all other related 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

Requirements:

  • Valid PA State Drivers License
  • Associates Degree or High school diploma with 2 years related experience
  • Computer proficiency with various software programs such as MS Office and internet based programs.
  • Bilingual Spanish/English verbally and written highly preferred to best serve the community
  • Prior experience in Social Service delivery is an asset
  • 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. Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check along with renewals every five years.
  • Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army.

Contact: If you are interested in applying for this position please submit your resume and cover letter.

Current Salvation Army Employees can apply online at .

Prospective employees can apply online at .

The Salvation Armys 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 of God.

Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ

and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Requisition No. 2423

Employment Type

Full-Time

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