Case Aid (nights & weekends)
Abilene
- Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location: Abilene
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Closing Date: Closed
Case Aid (nights & weekends)
Minimum of 5 hours guaranteed per week. Candidate must be flexible to work hours on short notice. Majority of hours will be from 6pm - 11pm)
Job
Overview: The Case Aide provides trauma-informed services to refugees and
other qualified immigrants to support a positive resettlement experience and
the achievement of client self-sufficiency. The Case Aide carries out
activities to meet individual client needs and preferences utilizing a broad
range of financial, medical, social, vocational, and other services and
resources in accordance with client eligibility and program requirements.
The
Case Aide (Nights and Weekends) provides critical coverage during evening and
weekend hours, and potentially regular business hours as needed, to ensure that
new clients are welcomed at their local point of arrival, transported to their
homes, and receive urgently needed services. When not directly serving clients, the Case Aide may support casework
administration needs, prepare client handover materials for colleagues, and
implement special projects.
Work
hours may vary depending on arrival schedules.
This
position is eligible for a $2.00 hourly shift differential.
Major Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
include, but are not limited to:
Carry
out timely pre- and post-arrival tasks to ensure each client has living
essentials such as housing, food, medical care, and access to
transportation, and is oriented to their new environment.
Support
efforts to link clients with appropriate educational, health, and social
services. Assist clients to attain
their established goals, address challenges, and utilize available
resources.
Detail
client interactions in accordance with program requirements. Input client
information in database(s) and assist with tracking and reporting as
needed.
Collaborate
effectively with coworkers and partner organizations. Build and maintain
relationships with area service providers for the benefit of clients.
Use
personal, insured vehicle and/or public transportation (where available)
to travel and transport clients and materials as needed throughout the
service delivery area.
May
provide interpretation services.
Other
duties as assigned.
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