Case Management Specialist

• Interviews applicants to determine eligibility for Pathway of Hope program enrollment based on established guidelines and requirements; conduct needs assessment, obtain pertinent information and establish program goals for eligible clients; refers applicants to other agencies if not appropriate for program
• Establishes unique comprehensive long-term program goals (three months or more) for eligible clients including those in Pathway of Hope, based on personality, decision-making abilities, mental capabilities, addiction history, family involvement, etc.; explains goals to client in a manner that is easily understood; consistently counsels client on ways to modify or stop negative behaviors while in the program.
• Prepares and maintains case records and logs on all Pathway of Hope assigned clients; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same; enters pertinent information into the established Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field,
• and
• Three years progressively responsible experience providing direct case management social services including accessing clients’ needs and developing individual, comprehensive, long-term action plans for recovery utilizing a wide variety of resources
• or
• any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Valid State Drivers License