ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW: At Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington, your knowledge and service in areas such as immigrants and refugees, mental health, social work, employment and adult education, legal and financial services, health care, food assistance, shelter and housing, developmental disabilities and prison outreach can make a profound difference in the lives of many. Through more than 50 programs across the district and five surrounding counties, Catholic Charities is opening doors to help and hope. At CCADW, we continue to build an inclusive culture that celebrates a diverse workforce. We offer so much more than just a job. We offer careers. We take pride in our “promote from within” culture. We offer professional development, a comprehensive benefits package, a hybrid work model with both remote and in-office work, and a passion for building and motivating world class, high performing teams. Explore your career opportunity with Catholic Charities. Join us in Inspiring Hope and Building Futures.
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington values the safety of our employees, our clients, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for this job, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs. If you are invited to join our team, you must submit proof that you are up to date with your COVID vaccinations, including the booster dose or you must request an exemption from your representative. New employees must either provide proof of vaccination or be granted a medical or religious exemption before working with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington.
JOB SUMMARY: The Social Worker seeks to improve the well-being of our clients by providing direct clinical and case management services including the coordination of community resources. This position is designated as “essential” based on workplace responsibilities. Essential positions are required to report to work during inclement weather and report to work during emergencies as directed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides coaching and task supervision to Case Management staff to build competencies that are necessary to effectively case manage including but not limited to strength based treatment, person centered planning, motivation, incentive skills, co-occurring principles and interventions and practice protocols. Conduct on-going assessment of client needs and assist clients in setting goals.
Deliver and coordinate services to individuals and families and maintain direct contact.
Provide individual and group counseling.
Facilitate daily crisis management acting as liaison between client and clients’ environment.
Collaborate with other disciplines including legal, medical, educational, vocational, substance abuse and mental health professionals, and other service providers.
Make appropriate referrals for emotional, legal, medical, dental, education, recreational, vocational, employment, and housing needs.
Create and maintain case records, including, but not limited to legal documentation, psychosocial, case notes, case plans, service updates, court reports, medical reports, referrals, discharge summaries, visitation records and educational information.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
Master’s in Social Work required. Social Work license from the appropriate jurisdiction(s). LGSW (DC or MD) required.
Experience working with individuals who are homeless, and have mental health and/or substance abuse issues
SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Valid local driver’s license and clean driving record required.
