Case Manager

Camillus House Inc•Leisure City, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Case Manager will provide compassionate, client-centered case management services, engaging individuals experiencing homelessness, connecting them to resources, and supporting them in achieving meaningful outcomes and greater stability. The role is rooted in the compassionate hospitality of St. John of God, aiming to improve the quality of life for those who are vulnerable and homeless in South Florida through the provision of continuum of housing and supportive services. The vision is to support the values of the Hospitaller Brothers of St. John of God, a Roman Catholic order of men, through efforts to enhance positive outcomes that result in sustainable housing. The agency commits to adapting its mission to meet new challenges facing the homeless in contemporary society, driven by the spirit of God to action with reverence for the quality of life for all served and the elimination of the causes of homelessness.

Requirements

Ability to understand and practice the mission of Camillus House.
Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Social Work, or related field; any appropriate combination of education, experience and/or certification will be considered.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in the same or similar job role is preferred.
Proficiency in oral/written English.
Proficiency in computer (Word, Excel, other data collecting programs).
Successful completion of Toxicology test, L2 fingerprinting, local background screening, and OIG reference check.
Valid FL Driver License with a clean driving record.
Commitment to the Values and Mission of the Brothers of St. John of God as witnessed through Camillus House and Health in serving the needs of the underserved populations.
Demonstrate Hospitality: Welcoming all with “Hi, how can I help you today” with a smile and eye contact.
Demonstrate Respect: Raising the dignity of another by recognizing they have been created in the image of their God.
Demonstrate Spirituality: Creating a safe space for another to seek balance of mind, body and spirit in their life.
Demonstrate Quality: The talents you bring to Camillus will be fulfilled 100%.
Demonstrate Responsibility: Recognizing and respecting that all is a gift of God, and we are called to hear the cry of the earth for protection.
Be proficient in oral/written English and have the ability to document client progress and activity.
Have competency in MS Office/Outlook and other data entry programs.
Has prior experience providing case management to vulnerable populations and the homeless in particular.
Is familiar with the homeless system of care (e.g. coordinated entry, housing first, HMIS).
Is familiar with other services available to assist homeless persons, (Social Security, DCF, Medicaid, etc.).
Is familiar with evidence-based models in a social work setting.

Nice To Haves

Spanish proficiency preferred.
Additional languages a plus (i.e., Creole).
For Case Managers in Behavioral Health programs (mental health and substance abuse), prior experience working with those populations, or specific training/certifications in those areas, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, client-centered case management services.
Engage individuals experiencing homelessness.
Connect clients to resources.
Support clients in achieving meaningful outcomes and greater stability.
Develop individualized housing stability plans in collaboration with clients, addressing short-term and long-term goals.
Complete thorough needs assessments.
Develop service plans and goals to address unique client needs.
Coordinate with inside and outside partners to secure services for the client (e.g., benefits, transportation, training).
Address issues and barriers to help clients secure and/or maintain housing stability.
Document client progress and activity.
Work directly with highly vulnerable populations.