Case Manager II - Housing

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Madison, WI

6d • $42,898 - $53,623

About The Position

For 130 years, The Salvation Army of Dane County has offered spiritual ministry, social services, and youth programs to thousands of Dane County residents, without discrimination. We currently serve the most vulnerable members of our community through a wide range of programs, as well as extensive case management services. While we strive to provide compassionate care and a primary goal of all of our programs and services is to improve the life skills and circumstances of those we serve. If you want to help make a difference by serving your community and helping those in need, apply now! The Case Manager II assesses client needs, abilities and strengths; facilitates development of client case plans and monitoring to determine progress both individually and as a program. Networks with other agencies to identify and collaborate with resource development and delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in social work, human services, psychology, sociology, or criminal justice.
• Three years social work experience.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s license with approval to drive from The Salvation Army’s insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Management experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Conducts casework interviews with clients to obtain information for formulating program/service eligibility and case status.
• Identifies psychosocial, economic, and physical needs of clients; assesses and reassesses client's support systems, available community resources and other factors to plan, develop, and implement an appropriate service plan.
• Assist client with housing search, placement, and stability activities.
• Develops and implements a case plan that presents intervention strategies to meet client.
• Refers clients to appropriate community resources and advocates for or assists the client in obtaining such services.
• Prepares complete and accurate case notes; writes correspondence, reports, and other written materials; inputs data into HMIS.
• Reviews all assigned cases on a scheduled basis to determine continuing need for services and participate in case consultations.
• Provides training to new case managers.
• Regularly peer review and audit of case files to ensure of services standards are met and contract compliance.
• Assists in transporting clients and advocating for them with public and private agencies.
• Attends meetings with other community service providers on behalf of The Salvation Army, as assigned.
• Conduct routine home visits based on program and contract requirements. Accompany peers on home visits, as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible schedules
• Casual dress environment
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 support, resources, and referrals to help you in your work and personal life
• Insurance benefits: excellent health, dental, vision, life, disability
• Discounts available for pet insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance

What This Job Offers

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