Case Manager - ARCHES the Nest

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency • Salem, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MWVCAA invests in people and their futures to reduce the impacts of poverty. Working at MWVCAA means becoming part of a mission-driven community dedicated to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all. We offer competitive pay, a rich company culture that values diversity, and an array of benefits - but we consider the best benefit here to be the reward of helping those in our community live better lives. Come find meaningful work and bring your skills as a Case Manager. Your main responsibilities will be assisting clients in navigating resources. This team offers a lot of growth opportunities and professional development through hands-on experience.

Requirements

• Two years of related social service experience, direct client care; or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Candidate must pass Oregon Department of Human Services criminal background check and MWVCAA agency background check.
• Basic Life Support/First Aid Certification is required within first 30 days of hire.
• Food Handler's Card or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.
• Basic proficiencies in computers, MS Office products, database software, and web tools
• Must possess excellent planning, organization and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form.

Nice To Haves

• Ideal candidates will posses an advanced degree with two or more years of homeless service delivery experience and mental health certifications and/or licensing.
• Knowledge of/or experience with: the principles of coordinated assessment, working with unsheltered or vulnerable populations, as well as best practices in homeless service delivery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works directly with clients to ensure access to housing assessments and resources.
• Attends and engage required annual trainings.
• Assesses client eligibility and aids in gathering documentation as required for intake, enrollment, and shelter placement.
• Provides direct service to participants, including case management and housing placement support to assist participants in becoming self-sufficient and overcoming barriers to accessing permanent housing.
• Develops Action Plans that identify participant needs, barriers, and strengths.
• Establishes and maintains an active working relationship with community partners.
• Provides support for client-tracking, service delivery, follow-up reporting, and maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Maintains full compliance with all federal, state, and grant program and funding requirements, setting high standards for data quality and compliance performance, remaining in compliance with the regulations of all funding streams.
• Works cooperatively with other ARCHES Project programming to ensure quality and timely client service delivery.
• Complies with agency Quarterly and Annual reports.
• Complies with MWVCAA safety and personnel policies, including punctuality and attendance.
• Performs cleaning, janitorial, and laundry tasks in support of day-to-day sheltering operations.
• Supports nutrition staff as needed by completing various kitchen tasks, including cooking meals.
• Participates in Community Outreach to local organizations, camps, and groups as directed by supervisor.
• Maintains appropriate boundaries with clients and coworkers at all times.

Benefits

• 401k contribution after 1 year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• For some positions, employees may be eligible for company-sponsored continuing education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree