Prevention Case Manager - SSVF

Description

The Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program is designed to provide housing stabilization assistance and services to Veterans and their families who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness in efforts to end Veteran homelessness. The SSVF Case Manager reports to the SSVF Coordinators and works closely with the Coordinated Intake team, Veteran’s Administration programs and other Veteran serving organizations to identify Veterans who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. SSVF utilizes a Housing First approach to provide low-barrier services designed to prevent entrance to shelter, when possible, and/or rapid exit from shelter when shelter stay is unavoidable. SSVF is a collaborative project and requires a high level of cooperation and teamwork among program staff and community partners in our effort to end Veteran homelessness.

This position provides outreach and engagement services, homeless prevention and diversion from shelter, linkages for benefits, housing assistance, and case management. Emphasis is placed on regular home visits and utilizing programs and benefits designed to increase income, self-sufficiency, and quality of life. The position also performs Habitability Standards inspections and Rent Reasonableness tests of prospective SSVF housing in the community when appropriate.

This is a non-exempt, union position with a minimum-starting wage of $18.00 per hour.  Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 – 4:30pm.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree with specialization in social, behavioral or human services, or be a veteran with a combination of education and related experience. Valid driver’s license with less than six points, proof of insurance along with operational vehicle, required.

Salary : $18