ESS Caseworker

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The Salvation Army Midland Division Corps located in Joplin, Missouri, is looking for a ESS Caseworker! This is a full-time position that pays $15.70 an hour! This position offers generous time off which includes 14 days paid holidays, sick time, personal days, and a floating holiday PLUS vacation. Full-Time employees are eligible to participate in Group Voluntary Life (based on age and smoking status).Company funded pension after 1 year of employment, optional 403b, and additional benefits can be purchased. 

Job Objective

This position is expected to advance and support the Mission of The Salvation Army. It will provide intake, assessment, and services to individuals seeking ESS assistance.  This will include assistance with food, clothing and furniture vouchers and other basic needs items.  The Caseworker will network with community agencies, programs and referral resources benefit the Corps.  Position is expected to comply with and meet The Salvation Army, Federal, State and Local policies and standards.

Essential Functions

• Provide on-site and occasional outreach assistance to clients seeking emergency assistance.
• Provide persons seeking assistance with intake and assessment activities to determine client eligibility and to match clients with resources.
• Distribute food products and clothing vouchers as warranted to eligible clients and refer persons to other agencies as necessary.
• Identify resources available in service areas and maintain a current community resource guide to provide information and referral services and inform persons of the resources available to them.
• Network with community agencies and organizations to maximize services to persons and occasionally liaison between clients, The Salvation Army and other agencies.
• Record electronic and written client information in paper and computer records and maintain client confidentiality.
• Record statistical data and provide statistical reports in a timely manner.
• Caseworker will expend ESS vouchers and in-kind gifts in a manner that conforms to available resources.

This job description should not be interpreted as an all-inclusive list.  It is intended to identify the essential duties and requirements of the position. Employee will follow other instructions, and perform other related duties, as may be required by hi/her supervisor.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in human services field with two (2) years related work experience with some supervisory experience.  Combination of education and experience will be considered.  Must have an outgoing personality with good communication skills and an ability to work with diverse cultures.  Strong leadership style and good organizational skills required.  Commitment to carry out The Salvation Army’s mission is essential.  Knowledge of The Salvation Army and Government, State and community resources is helpful.  Must have working knowledge of computers.  Must have reliable transportation, a valid Driver’s License and pass TSA MVR check.  Good communication skills as well as the ability to work with diverse and challenging personalities are essential.

Physical and Working Conditions

Capable of occasionally lifting 20 pounds and sometimes up to 40 pounds. Occasionally move 50 or more pounds using dolly/cart/truck. Must be capable of performing in an office environment to include using a computer, answering phones, etc.  Most work will be indoors in a temperature-controlled environment.

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