Housing Case Manager

Job Type: Full-time, M-F 9-5 Job Level: Experienced License/Certification: None required Location: Bristol County, MA Local Travel Required: Yes Program Name: Supportive Housing CSP-HI/ HRSN Program Type: Homeless/Housing Insecure, Community-based, In-home Salary Range: $41,600 - $47,000 Hybrid Work Option: Yes About Us At Community Counseling of Bristol County (CCBC), we are building an amazing team of professionals who are changing the way mental health is treated in Southeast Massachusetts. You can find us in schools, homes, the community, and our Taunton offices empowering our clients with the latest evidence-based behavioral health treatments. We are a non-profit community mental health center serving 50 communities in Massachusetts and growing! CCBC provides inpatient, outpatient, and urgent care services to adults and children overcoming depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, and many other conditions hindering personal fulfillment. If you are caring, dedicated, and ready to grow your career, we would love to hear from you! As a social worker at CCBC, you will receive unparalleled support and growth opportunities. Description of Position We are currently seeking a Supportive Housing Case Manager to enhance our current services with those who were unsheltered in our community. This program provides intensive case management to those who have struggled with a variety of disabling conditions including mental health and substance use. This rewarding work allows the opportunity to work one on one with those in our community to help them see their full potential and how to meet that goal while being safely housed. This position calls for frequent transportation of clients and meeting with clients in a variety of settings including public settings, encampments, shelters, etc. As a member of the Housing team you will gain skills and contacts in housing that will benefit you in any social services position. Responsibilities Coordinate with client, medical, and mainstream providers to ensure appropriate wrap around services in place for client once housed Work with a team to develop programming and supports to help those in Permanent Supportive Housing remain housed Assist with applications for subsidized housing and benefits to increase income Collaborate with local landlords and other providers to establish housing for households in a housing crisis Provide transportation for client to variety of services to ensure needs are met Meet with client in the community to assist with access of services, rapport building, and advocacy Work in the community and in the office, occasional opportunity for hybrid work Work with collateral agencies to locate housing for clients who are currently experiencing homelessness Complete scheduled Needs Assessments and Individualized Action Plans for each client Qualifications and Educational Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or Human Services related field OR 3-5 years of experience working with homeless populations, and/or homeless programs Knowledge of available referral sources for providing services to clients, including available community support and social service resources Ability to drive throughout the county and at times transport clients required Able to effectively interact with clients, co-workers, and volunteers with diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and treat each individual with respect, dignity, and compassion Communicate well both orally and in written form, and follow detailed instructions Comfortable using Microsoft Office 365 tools, and ability to learn variety of computer systems for recording and medical records Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology or equivalent education plus experience Multilingual (able to speak and read Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, Cape Verdean Creole) For more information about this position, or to send your resume: Community Counseling of Bristol County 1 Washington St. Taunton, MA 02780 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Stable and Established The largest, most innovative mental health and substance abuse care provider in Southeast MA, with a 50 year history We serve over 12,000 clients annually Commitment to innovation and evidence-based practice Commitment to erasing the stigma that can surround trauma, mental illness, and addiction A short commute from both Boston and Providence 3 weeks paid vacation to start 12 paid holidays and sick leave Health, dental, disability, and life insurance 403(b) with up to 5% employer match Make Recovery a Reality Working with CCBC gives you the chance to change your own path while helping others find theirs. As you provide hope and healing to people who need it most, you'll be just as inspired by the quality of people you work with as the outcomes you provide together. Join us and be a part of the next success story. #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Counseling-Bristol