Caseworker Volunteer

SERVE Sailors and Marines by helping them achieve financial self-sufficiency.

CONNECT with your local military community.

ADVANCE your resume and build valuable work experience.

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) San Diego is looking for committed volunteers to work as financial caseworkers in our office located on Naval Base San Diego.

Our Casework Volunteers work with our military members and their families assessing their financial needs, completing and analyzing personal budgets, developing spending plans, helping the client access resources, and assisting them with interest free loans, grants, and other Society resources. A caseworker is an ambassador and advocate for the client who works to help meet his/her immediate financial needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze client requests for financial assistance
• Assist clients in creating a personal spending plan for their family
• Assist clients in accessing area resources and programs to help with needs
• Collaborate with staff members and experienced caseworkers to determine the best course of action for assistance
• Provide financial assistance within casework policies
• Maintain compassion, confidentiality, and professionalism at all times

QUALIFICATIONS

• Commit to the team for a minimum of 6 months
• Complete NMCRS Orientation and Training
• Basic computer skills
• Be able to work collaboratively with a variety of personalities, including clients and fellow volunteers
• Must complete Client Services Assistant training prior to Casework training (approx. 2 months)

BENEFITS

• Childcare and mileage reimbursement available
• Build your resume and make professional connections
• No prior experience required, in house training provided
• Opportunity to have a positive impact on quality of life for NMCRS clients

Preference given for military spouses or those who already have military base access. Those without base access must be able to pass a background check. For more information about Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, please visit www.nmcrs.org.

10 shifts available:

• Monday - Friday: 8:00 - 12:00 PST
• Monday - Friday: 12:00 - 16:00 PST