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About the Role

At Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP), we believe in supporting one another as we all work collaboratively towards one common goal - eradicating poverty. By joining our team, you will be joining in the mission to help improve communities, alleviate poverty, and change people's lives. SCAP is an anti-poverty agency dedicated to serving low-income individuals and families who "are in economic, educational or social need.". We recognize the importance of employee satisfaction and will provide you with all the tools you need every step of the way. Here at SCAP, we will provide you with competitive wages, work-life balance, career advancement and an amazing benefits package. We believe that empowering people is the best way to help families move out of poverty. Come join our team if you're looking to make a positive impact on our local community.

Responsibilities

Provide case management to assist clients in overcoming barriers to maintaining housing and family stabilization using a Family Development strengths-based approach.
Triage caseload to ensure adequate support for households in crisis and those with high needs.
Complete comprehensive assessments of household strengths and needs using agency tools and best practices.
Develop goals and milestones with household participation according to the Brief Solution Focused treatment model and Family Development.
Conduct regular evaluations of progress and modify goals periodically to support successful retention of permanent housing.
Communicate and work effectively with a team, both in-house and through case conferencing.
Ensure comprehensive access to all SCAP services by working with agency colleagues and community partners to integrate, streamline, and coordinate services.
Conduct advocacy on behalf of households in a solution-focused manner and represent SCAP professionally.
Conduct weekly home visits and interact with clients at off-site locations to observe and support task completion, crisis amelioration, and housing stability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, human services or related field; Master’s Degree preferred.
Two years of experience providing related services to families and individuals; one year with a Master’s Degree.
Knowledge of community-based services, public assistance, and other community resources, with demonstrated skills in accessing these services appropriately.
Ability to quickly learn available resources and appropriately refer clients to ensure full access to SCAP’s services.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and ability to employ appropriate boundaries, representing SCAP professionally.
Ability to perform job responsibilities independently.
Valid New York State driver’s license, regular access to a car, and willingness to travel to off-site locations.
Demonstrated computer expertise and ability to stay up-to-date on software used in best practices.
Background check required through the NYS Central Registry of Child Abuse.
Knowledge and understanding of issues related to individuals and families in poverty.
Ability to build upon the strengths of diverse individuals and families to provide high-level services and lasting solutions.

Skills

Family Development strengths-based approach
Brief Solution Focused treatment model
Written communication
Verbal communication
Computer expertise

Location

Main Office - SCHENECTADY, NY 12307

Work Type

Full Time

Experience Level

Two years' experience providing related services to families and individuals; one year with a Master’s Degree.

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in social work, human services or related field
Master’s Degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$22.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Benefits

Paid Personal Time
Paid Sick Time
Paid Vacation Time
Company Holidays
Medical Insurance
Dental & Vision Insurance
403(b) with Company Match!
Flexible Spending Accounts
Referral Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Parental Leave

About the Company

SCAP is an anti-poverty agency dedicated to serving low-income individuals and families who "are in economic, educational or social need."
We believe that empowering people is the best way to help families move out of poverty.
Come join our team if you're looking to make a positive impact on our local community.

Equal Opportunity

Schenectady Community Action Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, gender identification, military status, and without regard to the disability or handicap of qualified people, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.