WLC Case Manager

Union Gospel Mission Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Women’s LifeChange Case Manager

REPORTS TO: Women and Children’s Ministry Director

SUPERVISES: N/A

LOCATION: 3400 SW 103rd Beaverton, OR 97005

STATUS: Full Time/40 hours per week (Monday – Friday). Some work will be required on occasional evenings/weekends at special events; some holiday work required.

WAGE: $35,000 - $40,000 annually (based on experience) plus benefits

OVERALL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Providing comprehensive case management and transitional resourcing for the WLC residents, working on a team of staff, volunteers and WLC residents that will fully meet residents spiritual and recovery needs and establish them in healthy godly living; developing an excellent recovery environment; and effectively working with all other UGM teams and other ministry partners.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assess the needs of residents and develop a case plan for residents assigned to your caseload
• Communicate clearly and effectively with the staff about your resident’s issues and needs
• Effectively and quickly resolve conflicts with staff or residents
• Meet with each resident on your caseload at least once each week to review goals, assess progress, and hold them accountable to program responsibilities.
• Data entry of resident’s behavior, program participation and track resident progress
• Follow guidelines for grace-based accountability and enforce trauma-informed care practices
• Teach/train residents in assigned classes, work therapy and program responsibilities
• Develop a network of community and transitional resources and refer WLC residents appropriately
• Responsible for operating vehicles to transport residents and materials to and from specified destinations
• Helps maintain a healing environment at WLC, where grace can flow freely with a safe & clean facility
• Maintains confidential WLC program communications and resident case files
• Attend various All-Staff meetings and attend training as needed
• Follow proper procedures for urinalysis, breathalyzer and room checks.
• Assist with any other job-related duties as assigned by the Women and Children’s Ministry Director

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

· BA/BS degree or equivalent years of experience required. MSW degree is preferred.

· Previous gospel/rescue mission experience or equivalent is preferred

· At least one year peer mentorship or case management experience is preferred

· Excellent interpersonal, training, administrative and networking skills required

· Ability to speak directly and lovingly confront personal issues is required

· Excellent computer, written and verbal communication skills required

· Ability to work in cooperation with other UGM departments and staff (team player)

· Caring heart for homeless, addicted, and abused women

· Strong love for the Lord along with strong integrity and character

· Agreement with Union Gospel Mission’s Statement of Faith

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• A criminal history and background check are required and must be successfully completed
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks as assigned
• Ability to walk up and down steps
• Must have a clear driving record and possess a valid driver’s license. Drivers must also have knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices to ensure the safety of themselves and others on the road.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Character: Strong commitment to the vision and values of Union Gospel Mission, have a passion for the gospel, and a desire to serve the homeless, broken, and addicted. Must be a follower of Jesus Christ and actively involved in a local Christian church. Must adhere to UGM’s statement of faith and standards of conduct.

As a faith-based non-profit, UGM seeks individuals who align with our understanding of biblical and moral teaching as expressed in the UGM Statement of Faith:

We believe:

· The Bible is the Word of God

· There is one God, eternally existing as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

· Jesus Christ was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, died on the cross, rose from the dead, and will come again in power and glory

· People are saved by grace through faith in Jesus, and that faith is expressed by confession and repentance

· The Holy Spirit empowers believers to know and worship God

Please send resume and cover letter to Shannon Davidson at shannond@ugmportland.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $40,000