Housing Case Manager

Project Renewal•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Project Renewal is a leading non-profit organization with the mission of building supportive communities where people achieve dignity and independence, renewing their lives with health, homes, and jobs. Our comprehensive and integrated 24/7 programs are designed to offer the holistic care our clients need. With a staff of 950+ and an annual budget of $140 million, Project Renewal is one of the larger social service nonprofits in New York City.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field of experience required
1-2 years of experience working with homeless mentally ill adults or other special needs population preferred
Excellent oral, writing and listening skills
Proficiency in computer required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Provides intake, psychosocial and substance abuse assessments to and develop an appropriate treatment plan for each client in the assigned caseload.
Provides case management services to assist in the creation of and adherence to individual Service Plans, identifying short-term and long-term goals and objectives to be achieved.
Conducts home visits, coordinates medical, psychiatric and substance abuse services
Monitors medication compliance as necessary
Maintains written information or case notes regarding all contact and intervention with the clients in AWARDS/CARES system
Conducts individual and group supportive counseling sessions
Organizes and educates tenants through groups and other activities presenting issues of interest to the clients such as money management, employment opportunities, etc.
Links clients to community services
Participates in weekly clinical meetings to discuss high risk clients; updates spreadsheets related to clients’ progress
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.