Case Manager-Certified CommunityHealthWorker

COMMUNITY RENEWAL TEAM INC•Hartford, CT

58d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to support the Agency’s needs by providing a wide range of services; including, but not limited to, outreach, engagement, education, coaching, informal counseling, social support, advocacy, care coordination, and basic screening and assessments of any risks associated with social determinants of Health. Daily monitoring of guest contacts and activities within the Community is a primary responsibility. The Case Manager – Certified CHW conducts assessments of guest needs and coordinates referrals to Community Renewal Team programs and initiatives, Funder services, entitlement programs, as well as, to other Community resources that conduct Case Management services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; Education may be substituted with experience on a year-by-year basis.
Two (2) year of experience providing Direct Client services to population experiencing Substance Abuse, Homelessness, and/or Mental Illness required.
Must have a CT Community Health Worker certificate or be able to obtain the certificate within six months of taking the position required.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse racial/ethnic and economic backgrounds
Solid understanding of the dynamics of Homelessness, and being at risk of Homelessness
Ability to offer strength-based Case Management
Ability to communicate effectively with Guests, Funders, and Vendors
Ability to function independently in a Community setting
Ability to interact with the Homeless, and develop trusting relationships
Ability to set therapeutic boundaries with guests
Ability to establish good working relationships with staff and Community agencies
Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to decide what presenting conditions are of priority
Ability to plan and organize assigned duties
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Financial Literacy Skills are all required.
Motivational Interviewing techniques required.
Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment

Nice To Haves

Working with the Veteran population preferred
Housing First and Harm Reduction Intervention strategies

Responsibilities

Provide engagement functions to guests in the Shelter.
Identify guests in need of Case Management and/or other Outreach Engagement services, linking them with available services.
Interview guests on and/or off site as required.
Complete Homeless Verification form.
Attend weekly Housing and Coordinated Access Network Meetings.
Available to work a weekend day a month.
Provided Assistant Program Manager with a list of guests that works and their schedule.
Adhere to STEPS policies and procedures.
Enroll new guests into STEPS.
Complete STEPS Universal Intake.
Establish positive and supportive relationships with the guests.
Complete an initial interview and assessment of individual needs within 2 weeks after guests’ arrival.
Assess and evaluate guest needs based on the Outcome Scale Matrix (OSM).
Develop Individualized Service Plans (ISP) for each guest and incorporate all special needs.
Facilitate referrals to Clinics, Housing, Behavioral Health, Detox/Treatment, and Community Support services.
Facilitate communication/coordinate services between providers and guests.
If appropriate for guest extended length of stay, approve program extension.
Coordinate/Monitor services to include comprehensive tracking of guest’s compliance in relation to ISP goals and objectives.
Provide support, advocacy, and mediation services to assure guests overall needs and referrals are being conveyed.
Follow-up with both guest and provider regarding ISPs.
Document all encounters/interactions made with and/or on behalf of the guest; including all activities, ISPs, and outcomes achieved by the guests in a detailed and timely manner.
Conduct weekly conversations with the guests either by phone or in-person, documenting all conversations in the guest’s file.
Maintain guest records in accordance with documentation requirements and standards.
Assist guests in utilizing Community Services, including scheduling appointments with Social Services agencies, and assisting with the completion of applications for Programs based on eligibility.
Participate in Case Management team meetings.
Provide Program Manager with monthly Client Activity Dashboard
Ensure all Intake information is obtained based on program guidelines, and accurately entered in to STEPS and/or HMIS systems.
Facilitates information and referral services, and documents outcomes resulting from such referrals.
Facilitates guests access to Community resources, including but not limited to food, housing, clothing, school programs, vocational opportunities or services, life skills training, and relevant Mental Health services.
Educate guests on the proper use of the Emergency Room and provide information for alternatives.
Maintains a caseload of guests in need of intensive Case Management or multiple service needs.
Continuously expand knowledge and understanding of Community resources and services.
Regular attendance.
Attend and complete all mandatory trainings.
Participate in, retain, and incorporate training as required.
Provide individual counseling
Provide effective Customer Service including but not limited to, always greeting and receiving/addressing guests with respect and dignity.
Represent Agency/Program at appropriate Community groups and coalitions.
Provide input and make recommendations regarding Program/Departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
Report to and conduct additional duties by various Funder guidelines and requirement as required.
File, copy, schedule appointments, and answer/return phone calls.
Perform all duties relative to special program/projects as required, and all other duties as assigned.