Caseworker, San Diego, United States

 

Position: Caseworker
Requisition ID: req51377
Sector: Social Work
Employment Category: Fixed Term
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $22.96 - $25.55 Hourly
Location: San Diego, CA, USA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Description:

Job Overview:
The Caseworker plays a pivotal role in delivering trauma-informed services to refugees and qualified immigrants, ensuring their smooth resettlement and journey towards self-sufficiency. Collaborating closely with clients, colleagues, and external partners, the Caseworker develops tailored service plans to address individual needs, utilizing a wide array of financial, medical, social, vocational, and other resources in alignment with program guidelines.

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinate pre- and post-arrival services to ensure clients' basic needs are met and facilitate their integration into the new environment.
• Conduct intake assessments, develop self-sufficiency plans, and offer personalized support through direct services, referrals, and advocacy.
• Monitor client progress, address challenges, and optimize resource utilization to achieve established goals.
• Maintain detailed records of client interactions, input data into databases, and assist with tracking and reporting.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and partner organizations, fostering relationships with service providers.
• Utilize personal vehicle or public transportation to travel and transport clients and materials as required.
• Provide training and supervision to volunteers and interns as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in the human services field required.
• Experience working with refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills.
• Ability to thrive in a multicultural environment and communicate effectively across diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, time management, and attention to detail.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in languages spoken by IRC's clients desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital tools for data entry and research.
• Valid driver's license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.

Working Environment:

• Hybrid work arrangement with remote and in-office days within San Diego County.
• Occasional fieldwork within the service delivery area.
• Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5 pm; occasional evenings and weekends required.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

US Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including retirement savings plans, paid time off, disability & life insurance, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Part-time employees are eligible for a proportionate benefits package.