Case Manager (FT-Temp) (51884)

WESTCARE INC • Salem, OR

5d • $26 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Person in this position will work in collaboration with community resources to provide services to participants/clients of WestCare Salem Veterans Home. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Requirements

• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Word program formats or the ability to learn.
• Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background clearance
• Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
• As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11/1/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
• A minimum of two years experience in assisting veterans and families in transitioning from military to civilian life.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Nice To Haves

• Military/Veteran preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess resource needs of participants.
• Educate and refer participants to community agencies and businesses that appropriately address the veterans needs and work on individual growth plan.
• Assist veterans with establishing or re-establishing support systems within their community.
• Act as advocate on behalf of the veterans to improve access to needed services with focus on VA.
• Participate in staffing decisions regarding the veterans current strengths and resources and their need for additional resources.
• Complete electronic documentation of services in a timely manner.
• Assists other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community.
• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11/1/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED