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Job description
Community Resource Specialist
Job Objective: Assist clients in finding community resources and services to meet their identified needs as they move towards self-sufficiency.
Essential Functions:
Conduct interviews with potential clients to determine the level of need
Provide assessment of client's psychological, emotional, medical, financial, spiritual and substance abuse status
Complete all necessary paperwork and submit to program manager for weekly review
Complete client's orientation paperwork within 48 hours of admission to show that they have been introduced to all program rules, policies and client rights
Attend weekly house meetings and facilitate when needed
Monitor client activities to provide a safe environment that is substance abuse and alcohol free
Address appropriate program problems as needs arise, informing chain of command of same
Document all client sessions and client incidents, and submit to program manager
Maintain individual client case files as assigned, documenting client progress by end of work day
Provide transportation to clients going to various appointments as needed
Provide reports and statistical information as directed
Be aware of current trends and resources available in order to provide comprehensive services and referrals for clients
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Minimum Bachelor degree in Social Work from an accredited university or a related human service field of study; relevant experience in lieu of education requirement will be considered.
Experience: One year of case management experience
Certifications/Licenses: First Aid and CPR certification; if not certified, must be able to obtain certification within 90 days of hire date
Skills/Abilities:
Supportive of Salvation Army mission statement, policies and procedures
Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality including 42 C.F.R. Part 2 and HIPPA standards and procedures
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to relate positively and maintain professionalism through leadership and example, while establishing positive relationships with a diverse population
Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Ability to use sound judgment and reasoning
Ability to use Microsoft Office software programs
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Physical Requirements: Includes speaking, hearing and vision; standing, bending, squatting and walking; sitting for extended periods of time; manual dexterity; lifting, pulling and pushing materials up to 50 lbs.
Travel: None
Driving: May be required to transport clients to and from appointments and meetings
Working Conditions: Work is performed in a typical office environment; may require some weekend and evening work
All employees recognize that 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.
The Salvation Army Mission: 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.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Full-Time-40 Hours
Benefits Eligible - Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance; Life Insurance; Supplemental Insurance; Retirement Plans; PTO
Worksite address
kansas city, KS, 66115, US
Who can apply
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