Case Worker

Behavioral Health Services North Inc•Plattsburgh, NY

8h•Onsite

About The Position

A Spanish version of this position is available upon request La version de esta posicion esta disponible en Español si es requerida BHSN , one of the fastest-growing organizations providing whole-person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly expanding team! Your role at BHSN: As a Supported Housing Case Worker at BHSN, you will assist eligible candidates, maintain independent living in transitional housing for homeless individuals and assist with empowering tenants to work toward self-sufficiency. All shifts are “stay awake” shifts.

Requirements

Associates degree in relevant Human Services OR High School diploma and 3 years-experience in human services required
Excellent interpersonal, engagement and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Valid NYS driver’s license with driving record acceptable to BHSN insurance carrier required
Reliable transportation to travel locally
Good computer/data entry skills
Ability to lift up to 40lbs, bend and climb stairs required
NARCAN and CPR certification required within 90 days of employment

Responsibilities

Provide clerical duties including but not limited to data entry, filing, answering phones, as needed
Assist with admitting and discharging program participants
Assist with unit turnover which may include but not limited to removing garbage, cleaning, stocking until with furniture and household necessities.
Assist with ensuring that tenants have NARCAN available to them on-site
Maintain open communication with Clinton County Department of Social Services and their contracted agencies, regarding openings and tenant needs.
Work together with CCDSS to empower tenants to work toward self-sufficiency and secure permanent housing
Complete assessments to identify residents’ needs and connect/link to services accordingly
Assist participants to develop individualized Housing Support Plans
Routinely meet with residents in their home environment
Complete inspections of units to ensure dwelling is safe and meets Housing Quality Standards (HQS)
Attend treatment team meetings as scheduled and collaborate with team members including internal and external support systems within the community to identify and connect to needed resources/supports
Respond immediately to crisis situations and offer intervention support in conjunction with BHSN Crisis and/or treatment team providers to prevent unnecessary ED visits
Provides ongoing support and referrals as needed
Act as a liaison between the tenant and the MHAB Property Manager to resolve housing issues quickly
Complies with BHSN and regulatory policies and procedures
Attends all training as required
Performs job duties as assigned within the scope of this description
This position requires cross training at other BHSN residential programs for support services and staff coverage as needed
Participates in staff meetings as scheduled