Case Manager (Bilingual)

Mental Health Association - Western MA•Chicopee, MA

13d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

DSH is seeking a Case Manager who is bilingual in English and Spanish. The bilingual Case Manager provides trauma-informed, person-centered support to individuals in substance use and/or mental health recovery who have a history of homelessness. This role involves assisting participants as they transition from homelessness into their own studio apartments within a congregate supportive housing site. Once housed, the Case Manager continues to provide ongoing support to help participants achieve their goals—such as stabilizing income, strengthening coping skills, accessing medical care, and pursuing employment. The Case Manager is also responsible for completing documentation accurately and in a timely manner. This position will be based on-site at Chestnut Crossing but will spend a significant amount of time in the community working directly with participants and will regularly travel to MHA’s Main Office in Chicopee.

Requirements

MUST BE bilingual in Spanish/English
Valid driver’s license, adequate automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Capacity to adapt to the evolving needs of participants.
Must be at least 21 years of age and able to obtain/maintain CPR and First Aid certifications.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of six months of relevant experience required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with mental health/substance use challenges or housing instability, preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all documentation required for program entry, including but not limited to: homelessness verification, substance use assessments, eligibility screenings, and obtaining IDs, birth certificates, social security cards, income verifications, etc.
Complete initial Adult Comprehensive Assessments, updates, and service plans.
Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop Individualized Action Plans (IAPs), utilizing participant voice, choice, strengths, and needs.
Implement strategies outlined in the IAP and document progress as required.
Develop, monitor, and revise safety plans in collaboration with participants and the team.
Adjust support based on individual needs.
Assist participants with the transition to stable housing.
Maintain strong communication with staff at Chestnut Crossing.
Support tenants in navigating responsibilities such as apartment maintenance, communication with property management, and understanding housing regulations.
Support participants in seeking and maintaining employment, vocational training, or education.
Educate and assist participants in accessing public benefits and resources (e.g., Social Security, EAEDC, SNAP, PVTA, Fuel Assistance).
Encourage community integration by helping participants access public spaces, support groups, recreational activities, and vocational programs.
Promote skill development in areas such as ADLs, money management, transportation, and social participation.