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Lutheran Social Service of MN Case Aide in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Description Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us! As a Case Aide you will assist case management personnel to provide case management services to families who are experiencing homelessness. In this role you will provide support and resources for crisis intervention and counseling services to program participants and help them to develop goals focused on improving stability and self-sufficiency. You will answer client questions, provide linkage to appropriate community resources and advocacy, accompany residents to view apartments and provide information and other resources to client families regarding housekeeping, care of property, parenting issues and needs assessment. You will help case management services staff conduct follow up services to clients who have 'graduated' from LSS housing programs and maintain client files, records, reports and case notes. You will also assist with funding reports, grant writing and site visits. This position is based out of North Branch, Minnesota. Job Requirements: A minimum of two years' experience in providing direct or indirect social services. Training and/or experience working with homeless or low-income households is desired. A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and a Motor Vehicle Check. Flexibility and time management skills. Ability to communicate effectively, positively and professionally with participants, providers, family members and others, often from very diverse backgrounds. Ability to work well independently, with excellent skills in teamwork and collaboration. Ability to perform non-traditional tasks while meeting participant needs. Knowledge of counseling theory and techniques, chemical dependency treatment, physical or sexual abuse treatment. Knowledge of the Harm Reduction/Housing First model and commitment to that model. Qualifications Behaviors Team Player - Works well as a member of a group Education High School (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.