Case Manager, Transitional Housing

Breaking Ground•New York, NY

8d•$25 - $25

About The Position

The Case Manager, Transitional Housing provides case management services to people experiencing homelessness, including individuals with mental illness and/or substance use disorders, to support their transition to permanent housing. The position is based at Crane Safe Haven in Manhattan, which provides short-term accommodations and on-site case management and clinical services to 100 individuals. The Case Manager reports to the Clinical Coordinator and works a 35-hour week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new programs.
Excellent writing and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience working with homeless adults and substance abuse issues.
Experience with harm reduction and motivational interviewing techniques.
Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver’s license with a good driving record, as defined by Breaking Ground.
Bilingual Spanish/English.

Responsibilities

Provide direct services to a caseload of approximately 15 clients, including assessments, benefits assistance, and other services supporting housing and recovery goals.
Conduct psychosocial evaluations.
Connect clients to psychiatric services.
Connect clients to medical treatment and substance use treatment facilities when applicable.
Help clients obtain identification, public benefits, and other applicable income sources.
Meet weekly with clients to assess needs, encourage harm reduction, and develop service plans.
Prepare documentation for housing applications.
Assist and counsel clients in obtaining permanent housing.
Maintain records in compliance with agency standards and City and State agency requirements.
Intervene in crisis situations.
Escort clients to appointments when needed.
After training, assist with self-administration of medication in accordance with Breaking Ground policies and procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.