Caseworker

CHD Careers•Springfield, MA

23h•$22•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking a Caseworker to join our Diversion, Shelter and Housing (DSH) program. This case worker will be working with people who are experiencing homelessness/living outside to connect them with resources and find shelter and/or housing for them. The Caseworker will provide triage case work and outreach. Your role as a Caseworker: The Caseworker is a paraprofessional who actively supports the philosophy of the agency and maintains a high level of commitment to participants served. The Caseworker provides a supportive relationship with clients in need of services that address needs regarding mental health, substance use, and housing and facilitates their living independently in the community. SUCCESS FACTORS: The Individual Caseworker should actively support the philosophy of the agency and maintain a high level of commitment to program participants and staff. Personality traits should include: Supportive and receptive personality High energy and/or a demonstrated ability to engage families with voluntary services Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential Goal orientation and the ability to construct thoughtful service plans in partnership with families Assertive and confident Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member Able to uphold professional boundaries Schedule: This is a full-time position, candidates will work an 8-hour shifts Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00am-5:00pm. Location: This case worker will report to the Holyoke office and then spend part of their day, at least three days a week, in Berkshire County, most likely within the Pittsfield, MA community Pay rate is $21.53/hr. Take advantage of our phenomenal benefits package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few. AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD), Care Finds a way: The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve. CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM TODAY! If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Required valid Massachusetts driver’s license with ability to pass background driving record check
Required vehicle readily available on site and throughout all work hours
Approved criminal background check (CORI)

Nice To Haves

Experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution preferred
Substance abuse and mental health experience preferred
Multiple years of experience in case management and social services preferred
Supportive and receptive personality
High energy and/or a demonstrated ability to engage families with voluntary services
Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential
Goal orientation and the ability to construct thoughtful service plans in partnership with families
Assertive and confident
Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis
Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member
Able to uphold professional boundaries

Responsibilities

connect them with resources
find shelter and/or housing for them
provide triage case work and outreach
provides a supportive relationship with clients in need of services that address needs regarding mental health, substance use, and housing and facilitates their living independently in the community