What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager: Housing Services position at Family Promise of Sussex County?
Family Promise of Sussex County is looking to hire full and part time case management staff to provide information, resources, and referrals through one-on-one case management and group sessions with clients. Case manager works as a part of the team in moving clients from initial contact through to housing permanency.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting clients in completing agency intake, assessments and program applications, providing education and guidance on agency and programs
- Providing financial and career counseling, life skill seminars, and other relevant training sessions. Working with clients to develop individual goals focused on meeting household needs
- Assisting client households in applying for disability, utility assistance, and other local benefits
- Establishing rapport with clients, and obtaining and documenting the essential data as required by program funders and agency
- Interpreting data to establish and substantiate eligibility for services
- Accurately assessing risk to self, others, or property and the presence of a grave disability
- Utilizing appropriate crisis intervention techniques for client stabilization
- Providing appropriate referrals for client stabilization
- Developing and documenting appropriate safety plans
- Completing all required progress notes according to agency comprehensive guidelines, policies, and procedures regarding format, content, and timeliness
- Collaborating with clients to build a strong, structured and professional relationship while utilizing a variety of techniques and processes
- Exhibiting knowledge of various referral resources within the community to meet client needs
Additional Duties
- Attend meetings, functions, and trainings as directed
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or Executive Director
All agency staff are responsible to engage in special events and fundraising activities
Minimum Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor Level degree in Social Work or related field, MSW preferred
- Minimum three-years of experience in case management and working with impoverished, at-risk populations
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20