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Case Manager – Agape Home for Women
Location: Bellingham, WA
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Non-exempt
Pay Range: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour, DOE
Reports to: Director of Women’s Recovery Services
BFOQ Notice: Due to the nature of this role, we are only able to consider female candidates. Are you passionate about helping others, excited to participate in our ministry and love working in a team environment? This could be the opportunity for you! As a Case Manager at Lighthouse Mission Ministries’ Agape Home, you will work with a supportive team to create a safe, healing environment for women experiencing and overcoming various different barriers. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine practical case management with spiritual and relational support in a Gospel-centered setting. Compensation & Benefits
Location: Bellingham, WA
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Non-exempt
Pay Range: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour, DOE
Reports to: Director of Women’s Recovery Services
BFOQ Notice: Due to the nature of this role, we are only able to consider female candidates. Are you passionate about helping others, excited to participate in our ministry and love working in a team environment? This could be the opportunity for you! As a Case Manager at Lighthouse Mission Ministries’ Agape Home, you will work with a supportive team to create a safe, healing environment for women experiencing and overcoming various different barriers. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine practical case management with spiritual and relational support in a Gospel-centered setting. Compensation & Benefits
- PTO: 120 hours annually
- Paid Holidays: 92 hours annually
- Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, life (employee coverage)
- Retirement: 403(b) with up to 5% employer match
- Other: Employee Assistance Program, paid training, education reimbursement
- Manage a caseload of women in the Agape program; meet regularly with guests and maintain accurate client records (digital and paper).
- Works alongside a team of Agape staff, volunteers and interns.
- Build trust-based relationships and guide guests toward resources that address the root causes of homelessness, including recovery, housing, employment, and spiritual care.
- Keep clear and timely documentation of shelter events, incident reports, attendance, medication logs, and mandatory reports.
- Maintain open, respectful communication with coworkers and guests.
- Support a clean, safe, and sober living environment; conduct urinalysis and breathalyzer testing as needed.
- Help prepare rooms for new guests, including cleaning and laundry duties.
- Oversee reception functions such as phone coverage, guest intake, security camera monitoring, greeting and verifying volunteers and/or providers and assist in with the intake process when needed.
- Facilitate group classes, prayer times, and Christian devotionals for guests.
- Attend required staff meetings and training sessions.
- Practice and model Gospel hospitality and maintain a calm, professional, and Christlike presence.
- Work with other staff to model transparent and supportive Christian relationships, which will serve as a leadership example for shelter guests.
- Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and emergency protocols.
- Uphold client confidentiality and follow Release of Information protocols.
- Train and support volunteers and interns as needed.
- Maintain and assist in managing and facilitating the class schedules.
- Assist with scheduling and participation in Genesis counseling groups.
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Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- One year of case management or similar experience preferred.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Services; and/or lived experience strongly preferred and may be considered in place of a formal degree.
- A strong Christian faith and passion for serving Jesus and making the Gospel known through mercy ministry.
- An active church/prayer life.
- Experience with the recovery community within our county.
- Understanding or lived experience related to homelessness, addiction, domestic violence, poverty, or recovery.
- High emotional intelligence with strong boundary-setting and self-reflection skills.
- Ability to remain calm and calm others in crises or confrontational situations.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and the ability to engage with diverse populations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Gmail, and Google Calendar.
- Reliable and punctual; able to work on-site as scheduled.
- Able to pass pre-employment criminal background checks.
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Agreement with Lighthouse Mission Ministries’ Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Commitment.
- Sitting: 40%, Standing: 30%, Walking: 30%.
- Lifting up to 30 lbs may be required.
- Potential exposure to illness and high-stress situations.
Salary : $20 - $25