Case Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Functions

1. Conduct intake assessments with new residents

2. Gain and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of HMIS.

3. Complete all data entry requirements for HMIS per contract requirements

4. Gain information and maintain documentation, quality control checks and file audits

5. Development of an individual service plan for each resident and monitor implementation

6. Develop a Next Step Discharge plan for residents who are successfully placed in housing

7. Provide follow up case management for residents at 1, 2, 4 and 6 months following successful discharges.

8. Assist new residents to access financial entitlements and health care, providing advocacy when necessary.

9. Assist new residents to access appropriate psychological and substance abuse care.

10. Refer clients to agencies providing transitional and permanent housing

11. Provide counseling to residents on community housing, health benefits, financial support, and available community and public services

12. Maintain a current file of appropriate community resources for staff use.

13. Network with outside appropriate agencies

14. Complete periodic reports as required by The Salvation Army and funding agencies.

15. Compile monthly statistical reports as required by county and city contracts.

16. Attend weekly case management meetings to update the team concerning service plan progress and emerging needs.

17. Maintain positive working relations with Salvation Army representatives, volunteers, and all agencies providing services to residents.

18. Drive clients to housing appointments

19. Other duties as assigned by the management team.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts in Social Work preferred or Associates Degree or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1-year experience working with low-income and/or homeless individuals and families
• Must possess a valid Class C California Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background Check
• If working in the vicinity of children a criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission Policies and Procedures.
• Bilingual is a plus

 

 

 

 

\nCompany Description

Great working environment.

Company Description

Great working environment.