Case Manager I (6595)

SALVATION ARMY • Washington, DC

11d • $75,467 - $75,467 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for managing and monitoring an assigned caseload of Turning Point Center for Women and Children participants to coordinate care and services both within Turning Point Center as well as with other external social service providers. The role involves case management of resident families to ensure that both the parent and child(ren)’s physical, mental, social, and educational needs are addressed within a strength-based, trauma-informed, and empowerment framework. The Case Manager I will develop individual service plans that include residents' plans for vocational, educational, housing, financial, family, and mental and physical health, where applicable. Additional support and planning may be needed to address any substance abuse and/or mental health challenges that may arise during their participation in the program. As applicable, help to determine eligibility for and apply to other mainstream resources within the DC Metro Area may be needed. Evaluating and documenting participants’ qualifications, progress, stagnation, and other related activities related to the participants' program participation and the Pathway of Hope program will be needed. The Case Manager I will serve as the primary advocate for the participant to function effectively in an environment within Turning Point Center and beyond. Ensures that Salvation Army policies and procedures, and any contractual requirements, are met by providing excellent services and doing the most good.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the behavioral or social sciences, or a related discipline; AND Two (2) years or more, within the past six (6) years of appropriate experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field for vulnerable populations; OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid Driver’s License and must meet TSA MVR Requirements.

Nice To Haves

• LGSW, LGPC in the DC Metro Area, preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinating Participants services (i.e., medical, mental health, housing, educational, and vocational supports).
• Execute 1:1 case planning, preparing individual service plans, participating in the interdisciplinary team meetings, aftercare, and discharge plans, completing progress notes documentation, and meeting with each program participant twice a week, conducting one in-home inspection and one case management meeting to ensure comprehensive support and progress tracking.
• Support with new participant information and orientation sessions; to incorporate move-in and move-out home inspections along with providing assistance for basic cleaning and life skills during weekly home inspections.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level