Teen Services Caseworker

Job Details Level: Entry, Job Location: Preble Street - PORTLAND, ME 04101, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Day, The Teen Services Caseworker provides comprehensive case management and housing-related services while ensuring the safety of clients and program spaces; participates in program coverage and outreach activities; ensures the collection, documentation and reporting of information and data as required; and works as a member of the Teen Services team to support and achieve outcomes aligned with program goals and the agency mission. Population Served: Youth between the ages of 12-21 who are currently homeless or experiencing housing instability. This is a full-time, 2nd shift position with a Sunday to Thursday, 12:30 pm – 9:00 pm schedule. Qualifications: Qualifications include Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field of study, or comparable combination of education and relevant experience. A Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field of study, or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and 2-3 years relevant experience is preferred. Caseworkers must also have an understanding of the Preble Street mission, Harm Reduction, Housing First, and social and economic justice including the role of policy advocacy throughout all programs and positions, as well as an understanding and positive regard for individuals experiencing homelessness and/or living in poverty. Eligibility for employment with Teen Services: Eligibility for employment with Teen Services requires that staff be at least 21 years of age; hold certification or become certified in First Aid and CPR (on-site training opportunities offered); provide proof of education (diploma or transcript); and have acceptable background check results, including BMV. Teen Services staff must attend recurrent, regularly scheduled trainings provided on-site. Reliable transportation is required for this position. Compensation & Benefits The hourly rate of pay for this full-time (40 hours/week) position is $23.82 per hour. As a direct service position in a 24/7 program, this position is eligible for a shift differential of $1.00 per hour for all hours worked between 7:00am and 10:00pm. 4 weeks/160 hours (accrued) vacation time, 12 days/96 hours (accrued) sick time, 32 hours personal time, 12 paid holidays health insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option; dental insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option; vision insurance; employer-paid life and disability insurance 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match Preble Street, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, has been working since 1975 to provide best practice social services that meet urgent needs and end hunger and homelessness for individuals and families in Maine living in poverty. Preble Street is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourageapplications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Preble Street recognizes that Black and Indigenous people, people of color, people from working class backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTQ2IA+ people and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every qualification described in a job posting. Our hiring process recognizes the value of various lived experiences and backgrounds when assessing candidates. Individuals from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Preble Street