CASE MANAGER - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Family Service League Inc.•Town of Huntington, NY

About The Position

Family Service League is seeking a full-time Case Manager for a homeless shelter in Huntington, NY. The Case Manager will be responsible for conducting client assessments, developing Independent Living Plans, linking clients with community-based service. The Case Manager will assist clients in achieving self-sufficiency through advocacy, counseling, and resource referrals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in human services or related field required.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required; experience with HMIS, Google Apps, and web-based project management software preferred.
Valid and clean NYS Driver's License required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Suffolk County Department of Social Services preferred.
Knowledge of human services and previous experience working with at-risk population preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Flexibility to work at different sites is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Case Manager will complete new client intakes.
Meet with clients at a minimum of once per week for Face-to-Face meetings.
Develop Independent Living Plan for clients.
Work with clients in creating a budget to identify needs and obligations. Where applicable, incorporate upcoming shelter obligations.
Maintain and update the resource database of social service organizations relevant to the needs of the clients.
Provide ongoing support and counseling for clients in reaching their goals.
Provide assessment and crisis intervention.
The Case Manager will foster inter-agency collaboration to assist in client long-term stability and advocate for client needs.
Work collaboratively with members of a larger treatment or service coordination team, both within the agency and in the larger community.
Maintain up-to-date documentation regarding client services in the client files.
The Case Manager will collect client housing logs weekly. Complete monthly reporting in a timely manner. Submit documentation to DSS Housing Liaison.
Attend scheduled Case Management team meetings, individual supervision, staff meetings and trainings, as required.
Work in partnership with the Division Director and seek supervisory input, as needed.
Ensure rules, regulations and policies of shelter and model professional behavior.
Maintain and update resource database of social service organizations relevant to the needs of target population.
Set and observe appropriate boundaries with clients; observe client confidentiality and HIPPA protocols.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization.
All other duties as assigned.