Case Manager, Outreach Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator, the Case Manager, Outreach will provide case management services to people experiencing homelessness, some with mental illness and/or substance use disorders, in order to assist the individual in the transition to permanent housing. This position has a 35-hour work week. ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Provide direct services to a caseload of approximately 25 clients, including conducting necessary assessments, benefits assistance, and other services necessary to support the client in achieving housing and recovery goalsConduct psychosocial evaluations Connect clients to psychiatric services Connect clients to medical treatment and substance use treatment facilities when applicable Obtain identification, public benefits, and other applicable income sources for clients Meet weekly with clients to assess needs, encourage harm reduction, and develop service plans Prepare all documentation for housing applicationsAssist and counsel clients in the process of obtaining permanent housing Maintain record keeping in compliance with agency standards as well as those of City and State agencies Intervene in crisis situations Escort clients to appointments when needed Upon training, provide assistance with self-administration of medication consistent with Breaking Ground's policies and proceduresPerforms other related duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experienceTwo years of experience working with homeless adults and substance abuse issues preferred Experience with harm reduction and motivational interviewing techniques strongly preferredValid NY or NJ driver’s license with a good driving record, as defined by Breaking Ground, is a condition of employmentExcellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new programsExcellent writing and communication skillsBilingual Spanish/English is preferred As part of our continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and clients, and in compliance with the City of New York COVID-19 Safety Requirement Mandate, Breaking Ground strongly recommends all employees, interns, volunteers, and subcontractors to receive an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccination and provide a one-time verification of immunization as a condition of employment.