Social Case Worker I- Veterans Services
Company: Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver
Location: Commerce City
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description Applications accepted on an ongoing basis
until position is filled. Social Case Worker I-Veterans Services-
Samaritan House OUR PURPOSE Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese
of Denver has been serving Northern Colorado since 1927. We serve
tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol
Services, Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Catholic
Charities Housing, St. Raphael Counseling, Family, Kinship, and
Senior Services; and Parish & Community Engagement. Our employees
are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the
healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need.
Catholic Charities provides a work environment where self-motivated
and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.
Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are
committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all
faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for
staff, volunteers, and program participants. PURPOSE OF POSITION: A
Social Case Worker I at Catholic Charities: Identifies clients who
are eligible for benefits. Assists clients in the benefits
application process. Monitors and assesses client progress towards
identified goals. Refers and facilitates connection of participants
to needed professional and human service agencies and initiates
follow-up services as needed. Coordinates case conferences with
agencies or persons involved with the participant’s
self-sufficiency efforts as necessary. Authorizes services of the
organization based upon assessment of need and availability of
resources. Maintains accurate case records; documents client
contacts and progress in order to ensure accountability. Inputs
required data information for statistical and monthly reports.
Provides feedback on systemic barriers impeding the success of the
household or program. Participates as a positive team member
through communication, cooperation, information sharing and problem
solving. Demonstrates skills and sensitivity to the
cultural/linguistic differences of staff, clients and community.
Participates in staff training as required. Plans and provides
training for community agencies and groups as needed. Completes or
provides input to reports documenting program activities. Reflects
Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with dignity
and respect Uses creativity and innovation in program development
and service delivery. Maintains confidentiality of client and
agency information. Regular and predictable attendance.
Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Needs to demonstrate strong
communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Knowledge
of the theories and practices of counseling and social work, skills
in the use of interviewing and assessment techniques, skills in
preparing professional reports and documents, skills in
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with
other employees, organizations and the public are required.
Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic
characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for
the client population. Ability to interact effectively as a team
member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse
client base. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Minimum qualification of
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from accredited four-year college or
university in related field; and three to five years related
shelter operations experience and/or training. Human services,
social work degree preferred. Master’s Degree preferred. HMIS
training and experience preferred. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Salary:
$23.00 per hour. Full Time. Training: We provide a robust training
curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career.
Training provided within the first year of employment includes:
De-escalation & Safety; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse &
Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many
more. Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while
working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible
Catholic Charities employees receive a generous benefits package,
including: Shift is Full Time Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks
accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting
work life balance. 15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so
if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is in included.) Sabbatical
Leave Program: Employees who have completed seven years of
continuous full-time service are eligible for a paid sabbatical
leave to support rest, renewal, and professional or personal
growth. Eligible staff may take 4 weeks of sabbatical leave. 403b
Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of
annual compensation. Choice of 3 PPO Medical Plans (90% of
employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency),
Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start
date. May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through
Federal Student Loans and many more benefits. Part-time employees
(20-29 hours per week) also receive paid annual leave, company paid
holidays, and 403b retirement plan with agency contribution and
match. ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM? If you are ready to make
answer the call and make a difference, please submit your
application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to
meeting you! We conduct background checks as part of our hiring
process. Drug-Free Workplace Catholic Charities serves all with
respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all
local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws,
Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of
employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status
or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other
than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such
as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful
discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our
philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy
applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including
recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff,
recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
EEO/AA Salary Description $23.00
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