Case Manager II - Full Time; 2240-209-A

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens•New York, NY

12d•$35 - $39•Hybrid

About The Position

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens, with over 125 years of experience, offers 160-plus programs and services for various age groups and those with mental illness. The Homebase Homelessness Prevention Programs aim to assist individuals at risk of homelessness due to rental arrears, overcrowding, or substandard housing, as well as those with prior shelter history through aftercare services. These services encompass case management, tenant/landlord mediation, advocacy for benefit entitlements, short-term financial aid, housing subsidy assistance, and referrals.

Requirements

BS degree in Human Services or related field.
One Year experience in a social service setting or in providing direct services to individuals or families.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings according to the needs of program operation.
Able to conduct home/field visits and travel throughout the five boroughs as needed.
Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills (Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

Render professional intervention to clients at risk of homelessness and homeless clients through comprehensive support services (assessment, intake, crisis intervention, information and referral, short and long-term comprehensive case management and financial assistance).
Provide case management services, assessment and intake of participants to determine eligibility for services, including responding to telephone and walk-in inquiries, conduct pre-screenings and provide brief and full services.
Provide and/or assure that each case assigned receives regular visits and contact as needed.
Establish and maintain case records including completing progress notes. Ensure all relevant case related information is inputted into case files and corresponding databases.
Assess the needs of the whole consumer/family including their basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter.
Follow-up on referrals made on behalf of a consumer/family and respond to all referrals made to the program.