Case Manager (SSVF)

Insight Housing•Sacramento, CA

54d•Hybrid

About The Position

Insight Housing has been providing comprehensive housing, food, and support services for over 50 years to help individuals experiencing homelessness transition into safe and affordable homes. We operate in seven counties in the Bay Area: Alameda, San Francisco, Contra Costa, Solano, Sacramento, San Joaquin, and Amador County. Our dedicated team members are committed to our mission of ensuring everyone in our community has a home through supportive and sustainable housing solutions. The Roads Home program specifically assists low-income Veteran families experiencing homelessness by providing outreach, case management, permanent housing placement, temporary financial assistance, employment assistance, and help in obtaining VA and other benefits. The program focuses on working with participants to develop and execute action plans aimed at improving their health and wellness.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
1 year of experience providing direct support services to individuals experiencing homelessness, mental health, substance abuse, or other social issues, required.
Proficient in use of computer and Microsoft office suite (Word, excel, outlook and TEAMS).
Commitment to serving individuals experiencing homelessness.
Understanding of and sensitivity to issues related to homeless, low income, mentally disabled, and chemically dependent persons.
Ability to interact in a supportive and professional manner with staff and clients of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
Ability to provide good customer service.
Communicate effectively and maintain a calm demeanor in stressful situations.
Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and crisis intervention skills with a can do and flexible attitude.
Ability to work well under high pressure.
Ability to maintain professional conduct, attitude, and appearance at all times.
A valid California driver license.
Reliable personal vehicle.
Current personal auto insurance as required by law.
MVR sufficient to obtain and reasonably maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies.
Must be able to receive and maintain criminal records clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Social Services or related field a plus.
Ability to complete CPR/First Aid Training.
Translatable military experience, relevant internship and volunteer experience, or administrative experience will be considered.
Prior Customer service, mentorship, administrative, extensive documentation, or experience providing life training skills or eligibility advisement in military will be considered.
Experience with Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate SSVF client intake process, conduct initial assessment and eligibility determination for all new client referrals, and create and maintain new client files electronically.
Provide street and venue-based outreach to homeless Veterans.
Maintain an assigned client caseload.
Provide intensive housing and vocational case management to Veterans and their families.
Conduct home visits as assigned.
Actively involve clients in the design and delivery of supportive services by ensuring they have an active voice in their goal/service plans.
Collaborate with the Housing Specialist to maintain positive relationships with landlords.
Develop individual budgets and service plans with each Veteran client.
Provide service coordination and linkage including: Veteran Services Enrollment, crisis intervention, vocational and employment assistance, general health and dental services, income support and benefits, substance abuse treatments, mental health services, and consumer and family involvement.
Conduct weekly meetings with participants to identify short and long-term goals, money management, and employment/education issues.
Assist participants in retaining housing and maximizing their independence and self-sufficiency by providing linkage and referral to appropriate community services and resources.
Provide crisis intervention as needed.
Maintain and secure comprehensive case files; prepare and submit all programmatic reports as required.
Provide information and recommendations to the Program Manager regarding program evaluation and modification to better meet client needs, community needs, funding requirements, and Insight Housing Mission.
Co-facilitate housing clinics, groups, and other HCMT activities.
Maintain HMIS database records, including client intakes, program entry, and program exit; ensure all data is entered into HMIS within 24 hours of service delivery.
Adhere to laws regarding confidentiality and reporting requirements; maintain knowledge of HIPAA certification standards.
Drive personal or agency vehicle to the field and other program sites as required, documenting and reporting mileage according to agency procedures to ensure timely service delivery; comply with agency vehicle policy at all times.
Participate in promoting a safe, healthy, and clean working environment consistent with agency’s health and safety practices.
Attend and participate in all assigned meetings and trainings.
Complete and submit timesheets in a timely and accurate manner.
Work within the framework of Insight Housing’s Code of Conduct.
Perform other tasks as assigned.