Caseworker

SUMMARY

The Caseworker interviews and aids individuals and families requiring assistance of a social service agency. The Caseworker works with the participants in creating case plans to help them reach self-sufficiency. The Caseworker assists the participants in following the case plan and revises the plan when necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Interview participants to determine eligibility to receive cash assistance and supportive services from the CTTP program.
• Identify barriers to self sufficiency and provide family with tools to remove those barriers.
• Meet with participant each month to receive Monthly Eligibility Report. Enter current information into the TAS system monthly.
• Review participant work log each month to ensure participant is meeting work hours.
• Refer participants to community resources and other organizations.
• Compile records and prepare reports.
• Enter participant case plan and information into TAS computer system.
• Implement participant case plan.
• Secure supplementary information, such as employment, medical records, and/or school reports.
• Provide home visits when necessary.
• Attend court appearances as needed to assist participants.
• Make child abuse reports when necessary.
• Work with participants and agencies relative to domestic violence cases.
• Transport participants when necessary.
• Perform janitorial duties to keep the office clean and safe.
• Set up confidential filing system.
• Perform other duties as needed.