Case Manager

FAMILY SERVICE OF RHODE ISLAND INC•Middletown, RI

27d•$19 - $24•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for providing case management services to families experiencing homelessness in the Permanent Supportive Housing Program. Initiates intervention strategies that will assist the families/clients with accessing necessary services to improve their self-sufficiency and secure more permanent housing. Assist clients in accessing mainstream benefits and with coordination with community resources. Support landlord relationships, and client success during time in permanent supportive housing program. This position is based on-site at Lucy's Hearth in Middletown, RI. While the office is located at Lucy's Hearth, the role also involves working with and visiting families in their apartments, which are located at various sites across Aquidneck Island. Participates in rotating on-call duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associates degree in human services (psychology, social work, marriage/family, etc.) or equivalent combination of education & experience required.
Experience working in diverse settings with people across all socio-economic spectrums and a wide variety of personalities and roles - staff, residents, local agencies, contractors, lenders, etc.
Excellent organizational, computer skills, and customer skills required.
Possession of a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle and auto insurance required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

Responsibilities

Providing case management services to families experiencing homelessness in the Permanent Supportive Housing Program.
Initiating intervention strategies to assist families/clients with accessing necessary services to improve their self-sufficiency and secure more permanent housing.
Assisting clients in accessing mainstream benefits.
Coordinating with community resources.
Supporting landlord relationships.
Supporting client success during their time in the permanent supportive housing program.
Participating in rotating on-call duties as assigned.