Case Manager

Position Overview:

The Case Manager is responsible for direct service provision to residents which include individual, group and financial counseling, client advocacy, referrals and service follow-up. In addition, the Case Manager will make the necessary linkages to assist residents in areas of permanent housing, aftercare and educational services, public assistance, Medicaid or other qualifying benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct intake interviews, as assigned, to assess and evaluate residents for admission using DHS CARES system.
• Engage residents in initial and ongoing treatment processes, through individual and group counseling.
• Conduct independent living plans (ILP) on at least a biweekly basis.
• Monitor case plans for effectiveness and individual client needs.
• Assist residents in the process of locating and securing permanent housing, in conjunction with Housing Specialist.
• Assists all residents in the process of referral and placement in community based resources.
• Assess residents’ vocational and educational needs, aptitudes and interests through interviews and testing.
• Develop and maintain placement and follow-up as appropriate after assessment and counseling.

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree required.
• Two (2) or more years of current Case management experience within a residential shelter setting.
• Two (2) years of experience providing 1 to 1 counseling preferred.
• Experience with assisting eligible clients through the process of obtaining Public Assistance, Medicaid and other benefits.
• Demonstrated experience with one on one and group facilitation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• residential shelter: 1 year (Required)
• counseling: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person