Care Team Leader

For 70 years, Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area. We are currently seeking a full-time Case Manager - Care Team Leader. This person will walk closely alongside clients to help them become self-aware of issues while creating a loving, grace-filled environment for them.

We believe each person is created uniquely by God
and therefore is endowed with value and dignity.
Light of Life is committed to building a staff community
that reflects the diversity of His creation.
~ Jerrel Gilliam, Executive Director

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Making decisions about the day-to-day care of clients.
• Providing case management and advocacy for clients, working as a liaison between the client and other organizations involved in client care.
• Tracking clients' care plan progress through one-on-one discussions and using our online client management system, MissionTracker.
• Facilitating groups and/or classes.
• Networking with related service providers to access needed services for clients and ensuring delivery.
• Providing input and support into Care Team decisions.
• Making decisions about any proposed activity that does not follow Light of Life principles, is unhealthy or harmful to recovery.

Due to the interface with the clients, all jobs at Light of Life require employees to:

• Due to the interface with the clients, all jobs at Light of Life require employees to:

• Participate in the ministry of Light of Life Rescue Mission and walk alongside clients sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ with them through actions and words.

• Resolve all issues in ways that promote the principles of Light of Life while following the processes described in the Light of Life staff handbook.

• Practice Christlike stewardship of all resources.

• Subscribe to and embrace Light of Life's Statement of Faith, Values, and Principles.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, collaborative, able to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to show genuine Christian love to clients
• Ability to build relationships and show interest in others.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, human services, or related field
• Knowledge from formal and experiential training in drug and alcohol recovery and mental illness
• 2-4 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• HMIS experience and knowledge preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Light of Life Ministries Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision and other valuable benefits, which begin the first of the month following employment. Light of Life also offers a retirement plan with match program after 6 months of employment.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter with their resume.