Caseworker - Immigrant and Refugee Community Services
Lutheran Services in Iowa
Date: 1 day ago
City: Waterloo, IA
Contract type: Full time
LSI is seeking a Caseworker to assist refugee and immigrant populations in our Waterloo service area. Multilingual Applicants are encouraged to apply.
What You'll Do
LSI is seeking a Caseworker to assist Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees, Cuban Haitian Entrants, and other ORR-Eligible Populations in the Cedar Valley and surrounding area. The Caseworker is responsible for providing supportive services including, but not limited to skill development, case management, advocacy, employment and resource connection. The Caseworkers should know the basics of outcome-based performance measures and be willing to help clients develop goals and facilitate service plans that enable each client to meet their personal goals. The Caseworker will meet with clients in person or via telephone during normal business hours, as well as in the evenings and occasional weekends. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Required: Bachelor's degree in health and human services + 1 year of full time, related health and human services experience. Will also accept equivalent education and experience, including an associate's degree + 3 years OR a high school diploma/GED + 5 years of related experience.
How We'll Support You
On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive:
LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/
It's their life. It's your career. Make a difference in both at LSI!
This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.
What You'll Do
LSI is seeking a Caseworker to assist Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees, Cuban Haitian Entrants, and other ORR-Eligible Populations in the Cedar Valley and surrounding area. The Caseworker is responsible for providing supportive services including, but not limited to skill development, case management, advocacy, employment and resource connection. The Caseworkers should know the basics of outcome-based performance measures and be willing to help clients develop goals and facilitate service plans that enable each client to meet their personal goals. The Caseworker will meet with clients in person or via telephone during normal business hours, as well as in the evenings and occasional weekends. Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Required: Bachelor's degree in health and human services + 1 year of full time, related health and human services experience. Will also accept equivalent education and experience, including an associate's degree + 3 years OR a high school diploma/GED + 5 years of related experience.
How We'll Support You
On top of joining the best team around, you can also receive:
- A competitive salary
- A 401(k) with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- A flexible work schedule
- Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, and vision insurance
- Career-building opportunities
- Special Team LSI perks like gym discounts, pet insurance, and cell phone discounts through Verizon
- As a non-profit employer, many LSI employees also qualify for student loan forgiveness programs.
LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/
It's their life. It's your career. Make a difference in both at LSI!
This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.
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