Veterans Caseworker

Overview

Thrive and Change Lives

Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is dedicated to caring for those in need while promoting human development, collaboration, and the elimination of poverty and injustice; helping people in need regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity, or nationality. We believe that all people have infinite value and are worthy of our respect and compassion. Above all, we are committed to creating hope and transforming lives.

We believe that quality service begins with a passionate, motivated and hardworking workforce; a positive and caring work environment, and recognition for the challenging work our employees perform in service to others. For these reasons and many more Catholic Charities of Onondaga County is a great place to work!

Flexible Work Schedules

Remitted Tuition

Professional Development

Competitive Pay and Work Life Benefits

Professional Supervision and Coaching

Recognition and Appreciation Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Promotion

Responsibilities

The Case Worker plays a crucial role in providing support to clients facing a wide range of challenges. They conduct comprehensive interviews with individuals dealing with personal and family adjustments, potential foster care situations, financial struggles, employment issues, and various other concerns related to food, clothing, housing, and physical or mental impairments. Through these interviews, the Case Worker gathers important information about the clients' medical, psychological, and social factors, enabling them to assess the nature and severity of the problems. They then offer counseling services on an individual or group basis, assisting clients in developing plans to address their needs and empowering them to tap into their inner strengths and external resources for improved social functioning. The Case Worker regularly meets with clients as required by funding sources, monitoring their progress and providing guidance to modify attitudes and behaviors for positive change. Additionally, they connect clients with community resources and organizations, establishing a network of support. Administrative tasks such as completing necessary reporting forms, maintaining accurate client case files, and ensuring effective communication with supervisors and funding sources are also part of their responsibilities. The Case Worker remains vigilant about client safety, promptly notifying relevant parties of any potential safety issues.

This position is Full Time at 35 hours a week. Pay for this position is $22.00 per hour

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required at Entry:

• Associate Degree in Human Service or equilvvent. A combination of education and experience can be considered
• At least three years of experience working with vulnerable individuals. 
• Candidates with lived experience are preferred and encouraged to apply.

Licenses/Certificate/Clearances:

• Valid N.Y.S. Driver's 
• Registered and Insured Vehicle
• N.Y.S. Child Abuse Registry Clearance

Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands:

• • Mobility sufficient to drive to and participate in meetings at client's homes and/or community facilities that may not meet Federal accessibility standards for disabled individuals.
  • Manual dexterity sufficient to work with children/adults in a challenging and active environment.

Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building on our foundation of a diverse workforce; and fostering an inclusive environment that encourages the recruitment and engagement of a workforce that fully represents the community we serve. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race), color, creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, prior arrest/conviction record, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status of being transgender, ancestry, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, or any other basis prohibited by law.