Case Manager, Castleton (Staten Island)
About The Position
CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and support they need to thrive. They offer more than 160 integrated programs in Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services, reaching over 65,000 individuals and families annually across 90 locations. The HomeBase Program specifically provides case management and essential services to at-risk individuals and families in Brooklyn and Staten Island to prevent homelessness. Clients receive services to help them overcome problems with public benefits, housing, education, health care and other issues that could impede their ability to maintain stable households. Positions with CAMBA’s HomeBase program are classified as essential under the direction of the Governor of New York State.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of, and experience with, New York City housing and public assistance systems
Responsibilities
- Interview and evaluate prospective clients for services using risk assessment tools, determine eligibility for services and conduct new client intake
- Collaborate with clients on the development of service plans that align with each client’s short and long-term goals
- Connect clients to available resources that reduce likelihood of homelessness, including public benefits, employment services, and legal services
- Ensure housing meets habitability standards, and mediate between clients and landlords
- Prepare and submit applications for benefits and entitlements as well as short-term financial assistance to resolve urgent housing matters
- Frequently follow-up and document client progress while maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date paper and electronic case files in audit-ready condition
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time)
- paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
