Case Manager-(HRA) Dona Rosita I

Comunilife Inc•New York, NY

3d•$40,000 - $48,000•Onsite

About The Position

Comunilife is seeking experienced Case Managers for the Dona Rosita I Program in the Bronx. The Case Manager assesses residents’ needs, develops case plans, and links residents to services within the residence and in the community. The role helps residents develop the skills needed to live more independently in permanent housing and provides general case management, including work with residents’ families and significant others. Dona Rosita provides congregate treatment services to people living with HIV/AIDS, including one meal a day, case management, and recreational activities. The Case Manager works collaboratively with program staff in accordance with Comunilife principles and guidelines. The position is full-time, on-site, and includes some field work. The schedule is a five-day, 35-hour work week. Salary is listed as $40,000–$48,000, with the posting labeling the range hourly. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, dependent care, paid time off, a 401(k), tuition assistance, and more.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field and two years of case management work experience; alternatively, an associate degree in human services or a related field and four years of case management work experience; or a high school diploma and six years of case management work experience.
Knowledge of HRA Congregate Housing Program guidelines.
Direct service experience with people living with HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, serious mental illness, and homelessness.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Google Workspace programs and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work a five-day, 35-hour work week in a non-remote position with some field work.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the program admission process with the HASA Case Management Unit and Housing Unit.
Interview referrals within 24 hours of the HASA referral and follow HASA referral procedures, including completing forms and statistical records.
Arrange and coordinate accepted residents’ moves as determined by HASA and the program.
Monitor and assist residents with issues at local entitlement offices, including Social Security, Medicaid, and income support offices.
Establish a permanent housing referral network.
Assess and monitor residents’ service needs and link them with agencies, health providers, and support systems.
Make appropriate service referrals and act as a liaison and advocate to help residents receive required services.
Facilitate individual and group counseling on topics such as substance abuse, money management, family and personal relationships, HIV/AIDS information, treatment, and drug trial programs.
Provide monthly caseload updates to the Clinical Supervisor.
Document direct activities, residents served, case closures, advocacy interventions, contacts, and referrals in resident records.
When needed and appropriate, accompany residents to medical appointments or arrange ambulette services.
Attend mandated meetings and in-service training.
Help residents develop skills for independent living and arrange placement in permanent housing programs.
Build working relationships with HASA case management staff to support quality client care.
Participate in ongoing evaluation of direct service activities to inform program modifications and future planning, and assist with required reports.
Provide in-service training to other staff members as determined by the Program Director.