What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager, Priority Veteran position at UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ALABAMA INC?
United Way of Central Alabama, Inc.
Job Description
Community Initiatives
SSVF Grant
Position Title: Case Manager, AL Priority Veteran
Supervisor: Program Coordinator, Priority Veteran
Position Summary
Provide case management for low-income veterans and veteran families who are homeless or facing eviction using the Housing First model
Responsibilities
- Assess clients’ needs, strengths and barriers and work with clients to develop effective housing stability plans.
- Provide effective case management including regular home visits, housing counseling, client-centered advocacy, referrals, crisis intervention etc. to create housing stability.
- Actively manage assigned caseload of veterans and/or veteran families, including traditional, Shallow Subsidy and HUD-VASH cases
- Effectively communicate the Priority Veteran program to prospective clients, landlords and community, and conduct outreach to assigned counties
- Maintain consistent contact with local homeless coalitions (COC’s), VA Hospital, shelters, etc.
- Follow up on all inquiries in a timely manner, and accurately conduct eligibility determinations following grant guidelines.
- Maintain accurate and timely case documents
- Accurately follow the grant regulations and program policies.
- Actively participate in professional development training.
- Actively participate in weekly staff meetings and individual supervision
Qualifications
Knowledge/Skills
- Case management experience, including knowledge of trauma-informed care and person-first practices
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite and Client Management System
- Able to work as team member
- Able to establish rapport with clients who are homeless or facing homelessness
- Familiarity with Housing First, Veteran’s Administration (VA) and/or US Military a plus
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or comparable area preferred; military experience preferred; combination of education and experience considered
Working Conditions
Services are provided in office, in the community, and in client homes
Some occasional after-hours/weekend work
Travel required
Requirements
Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to be insured by UWCA’s insurance
Valid Alabama driver’s license
Reliable transportation
Proof of automobile insurance commensurate with State law
Cell phone
Background checks to include criminal record, drug screen, and TB test
Ability to lift 30 lbs.
