Shelter Peer Case Worker

About CCSWW

• Nativity House is the largest, most comprehensive facility in Pierce Countserving low-income and homeless adult men and women.
• Our goal is to provide for the basic needs of adult individuals experiencing homelessness and offer concrete pathways to permanent housing and self-sufficiency.

Responsibilities

• The Shelter Peer Caseworker plays a vital role by providing direct assistance and support to shelter residents experiencing homelessness.
• This position supports Nativity House shelter resident’s daily needs, assesses individual barriers to housing, develops a supportive client-centered plan of action and assist with the development of personal goals.
• Staff in this position connect residents to internal and external resources that promote housing stability, independent living, reduce barriers and increase access to services.
• Using Motivational Interviewing and Housing First client-centered practices, performs resident assessments to include barriers to housing as well as the resident’s strengths and needs.
• Assist residents in developing a strength-based, client-centered plan for housing and housing retention that includes a comprehensive Housing Stability Plan: Develop supportive relationships by regularly meeting with residents to provide 1:1 support with established goals as outlined in the resident’s Housing Stability Plan.
• Acquire knowledge of local housing, mental health and public assistance resource and coordinate with community agencies to facilitate resident referrals and service access.
• Supports residents with follow up services, including appointment scheduling and reminders.
• Maintain accurate resident documentation within databases or software applications.
• Regularly performs resident meeting notes and completes other required documentation within established timeframes.
• Facilitate life skill workshops, support groups, or resource navigation sessions along with recreational activities.
• Monitor resident compliance with shelter policies and provides appropriate support and intervention.
• Respond to disruptive behavior and provides behavioral management to include setting limits, encouraging desired behaviors, assigning consequences and helping residents think through their actions and decisions.
• Support residents maintain a daily schedule towards self-sufficiency and independent living. this may include assistance with morning routines, meal times, planned recreational events, skill development, attending classes and assisting staff with residential upkeep.
• Perform various tasks associated with different program service areas such as the laundry room, donation room, art room as well as basic meal preparation and meal service.
• Respond to guests who are in crisis or having medical emergencies.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure cohesive program delivery Uphold trauma-informed, culturally competent and client centered care practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years experience working in environments that provide social services to those experiencing homelessness.
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid WA State driver’s license, and auto insurance.
• Possess good verbal and written communication.
• Applicant must successfully pass required background checks.
• Ability to provide proof of a negative TB test in the last year.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Possess proficient computer skills with various

• Possess a strong connection to and knowledge of the community being served
• Agreement to uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.
• Desire to support and contribute to a creative, collaborative and respectful environment that promotes teamwork.
• Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and automobile insurance.
• Must have an acceptable driving record per CCS’ driving policy. (required to provide current driving abstract.

Preferred

• Microsoft applications preferred
• This role benefits from individuals who have overcome personal challenges related to mental health needs and homelessness that are now at a place to support others.

Pay

Overview $24.35-$28.00 HR DOE Join our Team!

Benefits

• We offer an excellent benefits package!
• 3 weeks vacation * 12 days sick leave * 13 holidays* medical * dental* vision* life insurance * LTD * AD&D * pension * 403b * catastrophic & accident ins

POST EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS

Must obtain Food Handler’s card within first month of employment. Must successfully complete the following trainings within 3 months of hire - Motivational Interviewing, Housing First Client-Centered Practices, De-escalation Training and First Aid/CPR Training