What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Proper Solutions?
Our client, a local non-profit, is looking for a Case Manager to join their team.
The Case Manager is responsible for providing services to families and individuals in need of housing and services. These services may include providing general information about various housing programs, crisis intervention services, developing action plans, providing an appropriate level of guidance and support, facilitating referrals, and serving as advocate on behalf of participant to assist them in securing services, and support to reach their housing goals.
Responsibilities :
Assess displaced client and family needs out in the field
Meet with clients at their home or where they are currently residing
Develop comprehensive housing plans for families to become self-sufficient
Coordinate needed services
Develop links with a continuum of services and agendas
Maintain up-to-date client records
Provide crisis and / or short-term housing counseling
Provide information and referral to community and staff
Engage in outreach activities
Ensure compliance with all Department of Housing and Urban Development policies
Provide initial and ongoing client assessment; development, implementation, and evaluation of a housing plan; coordination, and monitoring of supportive services in accordance with the client's needs
Providing general information about housing, screening of applicants for acceptance into various housing programs as well as verifying eligibility for such opportunities
Actively recruiting landlords willing to work in conjunction with the client and locating affordable housing opportunities to meet the needs of the client population
This position requires some evenings / weekends
Skills / Abilities That Are a Must-Have :
This position spends 80 – 90% of the time in the field working
Minimum two years case management experience; knowledge of homelessness, addiction and mental health issues as they pertain to provisions of supportive service
Demonstrated communication skills and sensitivity to various cultures and socio-economic groups
Working knowledge of computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
Knowledge of and experience with motivational interviewing preferred
Must have a valid CA driver's license, proof of insurance, a reliable personal vehicle, and a willingness to travel off-site
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test
Full-time
Pay = $22 / hr
Salary : $22
