Case Manager - SC/Riverside Corps-13-090

Salvation Army Careers•Riverside, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. The Case Manager assesses the housing, health, financial, and psychological needs of program residents. The Case Manager then develops and implements individual service plans to meet those needs. This position is accountable to the Program Manager.

Requirements

Minimum of one-year experience working with low-income and/or homeless individuals and families.
Must possess a Valid Class C California Driver’s License.
Minimum of one-year experience working with low-income and/or homeless individuals and families.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
If working in vicinity of children a criminal background check is required with certification for Protect the Mission policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the unique issues of homelessness.
Ability to work with diverse populations in a caring, sensitive, and non-judgmental manner.
Basic understanding of mental health disorders.
Ability to read, write, speak understand English.
Proficient in Microsoft Windows, and use of Word and Excel.
Ability to teach in a classroom setting about life skills classes.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work preferred or associate degree or related field preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake assessments with new clients.
Gain and maintain a comprehensive knowledge reporting forms.
Gain information and maintain documentation, quality control checks and file audits.
Collaborate with families and individuals to develop and implement a comprehensive case plan.
Refer clients to agencies providing other resources as needed.
Assist clients in obtaining necessary resources to achieve case management goals.
Provide counseling to clients on housing, health benefits, financial support, and available community and public services.
Maintain a current file of appropriate community resources for staff use.
Complete periodic reports as required by The Salvation Army and funding agencies.
Compile and submit monthly statistical reports as required by county and city contracts.
Attend weekly case management meetings to update the team concerning service plan progress and emerging needs.
Maintain positive working relations with Salvation Army representatives, volunteers, and all agencies providing services to residents.
Maintain accurate documentation of service objectives and outcomes as well as other services in accordance with Federal, State, County, and city guidelines.
Accurately and competently interpret and implement government funding contracts.
Actively participate in client- and program-related meetings and trainings.
Attend program-related community, coalition and committee meetings as assigned.
Maintain client related data systems, including case notes and complete HMIS or other database entries as needed.
Familiarization with Home Connect process for client services.
Prepare case management related reports including but not limited to outcomes, successes, etc.
Adheres to strict boundaries and professional ethics in the care of others.
Other duties as assigned by the management team.