What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager ? Stuyvesant position at RUPCO INC?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Case Manager-Stuyvesant will be responsible for providing case management support, guidance and referrals to formerly homeless senior and disabled tenants that reside in our Stuyvesant building in Uptown Kingston. All tenants live independently in their apartments but require case management assistance for housing stability. Some travel is required to meet the needs of the program participants.
The salary for this posiiotn is $41,000.00 annually
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide on-going case management support for tenants including budgeting and other life skills assistance that promotes independent living
- Work with tenants to create an individualized service plan to address whatever obstacle(s) they are facing
- Make referrals and coordinate care plans with outside service providers as needed
- Assist eligible clients in securing mainstream benefits
- Conduct frequent meetings with tenant/client to evaluate progress on individual and program goals
- Responsible to ensure confidentiality of client files
- Responsible for all client level data entry of clients in all applicable databases
- Prepare quarterly reports on numbers served, status and successful outcomes. Provide additional reports as required
- Responsible for timely return of phone follow up with clients and providers
- Organize transportation to needed appointments through medical transportation, bus route/token education, or local affordable taxis
- Complete housing unit inspections on a regular basis to help support a positive living environment Perform initial and annual inspections using HUD guidelines & Housing Quality Standards Inspection Form
- Some flexibility to work hours as business necessitates and to best serve the clients of the program
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in in human services related field (social work, psychology, or mental health counseling) is highly recommended
- High school diploma required
Experience:
- 3 years of experience working in the human services field and/or Case Management Experience is required
- Experience with senior, disabled, low-income and/or HIV/Aids populations preferred
- Must have knowledge of entitlement benefits programs and resources available for senior, low income, and/or disabled populations
Skills:
- Must have good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse groups
- Computer literacy and data base experience in excel and access helpful
- Must have current driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel
Salary : $41,000
