Job Title: Selah Living Social Worker
Reports to: Director of Finance and Social Services
Religious Requirement: A person who is an active, faithful member of a church who is willing to sign a statement of faith and whose life and conduct has been such as to receive a favorable recommendation from the eldership of a local congregation.
Education and Training: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field.
Description: Selah Living is a primarily internal empowerment program. It is considered an extension of other Christian Family Services Social Service departments to provide ongoing support and training. Referrals come from either our Pregnancy Support or Connect Care departments. On occasion, a referral from a partner agency will be considered. The case managers in those departments work closely with their clients to assist and support them in achieving their goals in the program. If it is evident that they are motivated and they meet the requirements for participation in the Selah Living Program, a referral will be made to the Selah Living worker.
Specific Responsibilities and Performance standards for Selah Living:
1. Personal Conduct and Appearance:
A. Maintains regular office hours as assigned by the supervisor.
B. Maintains neat and appropriate dress and appearance
C. Displays efficient work habits and encourages the same in other employees
D. Maintains moral conduct both at and away from the office which reflects well on the agency
E. Complies with personnel policies
Performance Standard: Minimal absenteeism, efficient use of time, appearance and activity appropriately professional.
2. General Office Duties:
A. Receive and handles clients who are interested in the CFS Selah Living program and direct to appropriate placement or community resources.
Performance Standard: When needed clients are appropriately greeted, effective flow of phone contacts, assist clients in a professional manner.
3. Selah Living Worker: Pathways to Empowerment
A. Understanding of safe and affordable housing for clients.
B. Networking with agencies and property owners to fit the needs of the client
C. Regular case management including site inspections, home visits, and coordinating with other agencies
D. Understanding basic budgeting skills
E. Find local resources for clients in proximity to their site location
F. Attending community events
