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Job Description: Housing Case Manager
General: Full-time position (non-exempt) at forty (40) hours per week. Compensation is based upon qualifications and previous experience.
Reports to: Programs Manager
Defined: The Housing Case Manager is responsible for managing an array of client-centered services that link HIV positive clients with housing assistance and other programs that are essential to ensuring stable housing opportunities for clients. The Housing Case Manager will also assist with the coordination of the Employment Readiness, Placement and Retention Program that falls under the service requirements of a FAHASS HOPWA and Ryan White Programs.
Employment Standards:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field, or
- A Bachelor’s Degree in a non-Human Services field and 2 years of Case Management experience, or
- A two-year Associate’s Degree in a Human Services field, and 4 years of Case Management experience.
- Proven experience in program coordination and implementation.
- Housing Case Management certification recommended and preferred.
- Familiarity/experience with the Housing Opportunities for People With AIDS (HOPWA) preferred.
Key responsibilities include the following:
A. Housing Services
1. Initial assessment of housing client service needs in relation to grant resources available.
2. Development of a comprehensive, individualized housing service plan for each client.
3. Coordination of services and referrals required to implement the plan.
4. Client monitoring to assess the efficacy of the plan and periodic reevaluation and adaptation of the plan as necessary based on acuity of the client. This includes client- specific advocacy and reviews the utilization of services.
5. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of client contracts, tracking services and necessary eligibility forms. Contact with the client will be monitored within the client data base system, client chart and agency tracking tools.
6. Provide information for monthly and quarterly progress reports necessary for grant requirements.
7. Network with community housing organizations, leasing agents, landlords, and Realtors to build resource system for client utilization.
B. Employment Readiness, Placement and Retention
1. Work with Case Management team to help identify clients to be entered into the job readiness program.
2. Oversee client eligibility for the program and coordinate reports necessary to meet grant requirements.
3. Case conference and collaborate with case managers and community partners affiliated with the program to aid in a clients’ success with the program.
Additional Requirements:
- Multi-Office position - 3 days Fredericksburg office, 2 days Culpeper office
- Attendance at various contractor and community meetings to expand knowledge and collaboration opportunities.
- Organize and prioritize work assignments while performing highly detailed tasks with accuracy.
- Learn, interpret, and apply grant guidelines as appropriate.
- Understanding of computer word processing software and ability to learn new programs; CAREWare experience preferred.
- Possession of a valid state driver’s license required.
- Considering the large service region, routine travel may be required to adaptively and effectively serve the population.
- Events and training opportunities may occasionally involve partial night, overnight, and/or weekend work schedule.
- Excellent communication skills with diverse populations; Spanish language a benefit.
- Perform other duties as requested by the Executive Director/Programs Manager in support of FAHASS policies and mission.
- The ability to work within a team framework while maintaining confidentiality at all times!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000