Case Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Purpose:
To provide engagement and case management support, including home-based visitations and other services within the
Philadelphia community.
Interact with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that participants receive the individualized services
designed to help them move towards long-term housing.
To provide services in compliance with contract and Agency regulations.

Supervision Received:
Receives direct supervision from the Team Leader/Director.

Supervision Exercised:
N\A

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with concentration in sociology, social work, psychology, gerontology, anthropology, criminal justice,
theology, nursing, counseling or education; or a high school diploma plus a minimum of 12 college credit hours in
sociology, social welfare psychology, gerontology; or other social science plus (2 years of mental health direct care
experience; or any combination of experience, education or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and
ability required.
Must be able to communicate both verbally and in written form with every level of the behavioral health system and
maintain effective professional relationships with associates in the Agency/community at large.
Skills and competence to establish supportive trusting relationships with persons with severe and persistent mental
illnesses and respect for participant rights and personal preference in treatment are essential.
Ability to work independently and as part of a focused team.
Working knowledge of Outlook, MS Word, and Excel.
Ability to maintain daily productivity standards.
Fee-for-service and electronic health record experience strongly preferred.
May be required to possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Scope:
Frequent talking and listening.
Requires the ability to lift 25 pounds, carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop, and bend, which may include direct
intervention with participants.
Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Approximately 85% of work is in the community. (may be required)
Must carry a mobile phone during scheduled working hours and scheduled on-call services.
May be required to report to work during emergencies, including inclement weather.
Requires crisis intervention and availability to respond in emergencies.

Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer