Role OverviewThe Case Manager provides individualized case management services to youth at risk of homelessness and currently homeless youth. Services include needs assessments, housing assistance, independent living skill building, education, housing support, and referral to community resources.
What You Will Do
The Case Manager will provide case management services, including short-term shelter coordination, regular home visits, life skills education, transportation to needed appointments, collaboration with community agencies, and assistance in accessing and transitioning to alternative housing options.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have experience providing case management services, knowledge of access to community resources, and ability to successfully assist clients in accessing needed resources. The candidate will also have excellent organizational skills, ability to work independently, and proficiency in computer use for research and reporting purposes.
Requirements
- Associates (or higher) Degree in a social-services related field
- Experience providing case management services
- Ability to communicate effectively with a broad variety of individuals
- Ability to work independently and self-motivated
- Ability to problem solve and exercise independent judgment
- Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries in working with others
- Ability to exercise tact, discretion, and judgment in working with a variety of people
- Ability to consistently attend and be punctual for scheduled work commitments and meetings
- Math aptitude sufficient to provide education regarding home budgeting
- Manual/physical dexterity allowing for performance of routine office functions
- Ability to lift up to 30lbs
- Ability to walk and climb stairs
- Valid driver's license and personal auto liability coverage
- First Aid, CPR certifications, and TB Test
Benefits
- Medical, dental, life & long-term disability insurance
- EAP
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Potential for pay differential for bi-lingual staff
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