Case Manager

Project Renewal•Brooklyn, NY

2d•$46,000

About The Position

East Williamsburg is an emergency men’s shelter which helps 98-140 individuals ages 55+ with substance abuse histories work towards health, sobriety, and, ultimately, permanent housing and employment. In addition to lodging and three meals a day, clients receive comprehensive case management services, plus an array of substance abuse related and health care services provided by different programs such as Medically Supervised Outpatient Withdrawal Services, (MSOWS), Chemical Dependency Crisis Service (CDCS), and Outpatient Recovery Center available to them throughout the agency. Under the general direction of the Director of Social Services, the Case Manager is responsible for providing the required assessment, case management, and counseling services to clients, enabling them to address their dependencies and assume control of their lives to ultimately live independently and return to permanent or alternative housing in their communities; performs related work.

Requirements

High School/GED Diploma and experience as described below OR Associate's Degree
One to two years (1-2) year of experience working with homeless adults, substance use and/or mental health populations.

Nice To Haves

Teamwork
Organizational
Interpersonal
Communication
Computer
Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Assigned a case load of 25-35 clients.
Conducts intake and assessments, including psycho-social evaluations for assigned case load.
Provides case management services and assists in the creation of and adherence to their Individual Living Plans, identifying short-term and long-term objectives to be achieved.
Inputs all client information and updates into the CARES system.
Counsels clients through individualized and group sessions on issues such as achieving personal goals, finding permanent or alternative housing, maintaining sobriety, complying with medication protocols and pursuing employment opportunities.
Maintains liaison with representatives from community organizations and service and housing providers.
Organizes and educates clients through group activities and other events.
Maintains accurate and up to date written client documentation as required by and in accordance with city and state oversight agency guidelines.
Provides escorts as needed to take clients to meetings and appointments.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Social Services.