Position Summary: Provides professional case management services to individuals and families with the goal of promoting stability and self-sufficiency as part of the metro-wide homeless prevention program. This is a Denver based position with flexible remote work options.

Salary Range: $21.00 -$30.00 per hour
Hiring Range: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

JFS supports a flexible work environment with hybrid work options available to most positions. Colorado residency is required.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with the CRS rent assistance new client intake and eligibility screening.
• Provides Information and Referral to callers.
• Performs comprehensive needs assessments of adults, children, and families.
• Assists with client intake assessments and process.
• Develops, implements, monitors, and modifies treatment/service plans with clients.
• Provides support, resource navigation and supportive services to assist clients in reaching goals.
• Inputs client information into databases as required.
• Requests financial approval for services of the program based on assessment of need and availability of resources.
• Maintains accurate case records; documents client contacts and progress to ensure accountability.
• Participates in staff trainings as required.
• Completes or provides input to reports documenting program activities.
• Adheres to all grant eligibility and documentation requirements
• Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and Agency information.
• Assists with special department programs.
• May assist as needed with Weinberg Food Pantry clients.
• Collaborates with community prevention agencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

COVID-19 considerations:
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (proof required), subject to legally required exemptions.

Company Overview:
JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need – regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs. We believe in a shared responsibility to support impactful changes throughout our community.

Founded 150 years ago, we currently offer more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, and disability services. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and provides the appropriate services all from one organization. We continuously evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs that respond to the resulting needs.

We are very proud of our work culture, including recently completing a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion assessment. JFS offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account, Legal/ID Theft, supplemental insurances, company-paid Life/LTD, Employee Assistance Programs, Extended Illness Bank, 401(k), 18 paid holidays and a generous leave program. JFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work or closely related human service. MSW preferred.

Experience: Prefer 1-3 years’ experience as a Social Case Worker for a public or private agency.

Other: Knowledge and understanding of the Denver metro area resources is preferred. Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred. Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.