Family Case Worker

The Samaritan Inn • McKinney, TX

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About The Position

The Samaritan Inn is a comprehensive homeless program that helps willing people gain dignity and independence. Position Description Position Title: Family Caseworker Reports to: Family Care Team Lead Non-Exempt : X Essential Functions: Provide comprehensive case management services to all single residents including: intake assessment, goal setting, treatment planning, weekly case plan development, monitor progress weekly/monthly, individual money management, advocacy and referrals. Coordinate the overall interdisciplinary plan of care for the resident from intake to exit. Assist resident in developing support systems to meet resident needs by coordinating available services necessary to maintain self-sufficiency. Attend weekly meeting with resident on a consistent basis. Work with agencies and service providers to facilitate case coordination and information sharing. Obtain resident records from service providers. Provide documentation in a timely manner, which may include residents follow up, outcome evaluation, resident contact sheets and evaluations. Provide weekly and monthly reports. Provide crisis intervention when necessary. Communicate effectively about resident concerns with all Program Staff. Provide referrals and communicate with other agencies on behalf of disqualified residents. Attend weekly clinical meetings Be available to Program Specialist beyond working hours for questions or support. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a not-for-profit setting
• At least two years of case management experience
• Problem Solving and reflective listening skills
• Empathy and patience towards residents
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to ascend and descend multiple stairs and/or ramps daily, multiple times a day using feet and legs; hands and arms may be used for balance (i.e., using a handrail)
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, or psychology.
• Understanding of homelessness and influencing factors.

Nice To Haves

• License Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive case management services to all single residents including: intake assessment, goal setting, treatment planning, weekly case plan development, monitor progress weekly/monthly, individual money management, advocacy and referrals.
• Coordinate the overall interdisciplinary plan of care for the resident from intake to exit.
• Assist resident in developing support systems to meet resident needs by coordinating available services necessary to maintain self-sufficiency.
• Attend weekly meeting with resident on a consistent basis.
• Work with agencies and service providers to facilitate case coordination and information sharing.
• Obtain resident records from service providers.
• Provide documentation in a timely manner, which may include residents follow up, outcome evaluation, resident contact sheets and evaluations.
• Provide weekly and monthly reports.
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Communicate effectively about resident concerns with all Program Staff.
• Provide referrals and communicate with other agencies on behalf of disqualified residents.
• Attend weekly clinical meetings
• Be available to Program Specialist beyond working hours for questions or support.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level