Housing Case Manager
About The Position
Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster is looking for a full-time Housing Case Manager in their Sullivan County Case Management program. The hourly rate for the position is $25.00/hour. This position comes with benefits. The Housing Case Manager will work directly with Permanent Supportive Housing clients, their immediate family member(s), and with indicated clinical staff to assess client needs, and ensure coordinated care. The Housing Case Manager will work closely with landlords and with community providers to assist clients in accessing apartments and available resources.
Requirements
- GED or High School Diploma a must.
- At least one-year of experience working with clients with mental health disorders and or recovering from chemical dependency is necessary.
- Must possess and maintain a clean NYS Driver’s License throughout employment and have reliable transportation.
- Candidate must possess effective oral, written and computer skills.
- Must be able to also demonstrate effective interpersonal skills in working with clients and community liaisons.
Nice To Haves
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
- CASAC or CASAC-T is desirable.
Responsibilities
- Performs quarterly service plan updates and progress reviews per policy and regulatory requirements.
- Maintains case record documentation in accordance with program policy and procedure.
- Must upkeep on paper documents and get new documents when they become available such as, Leases, Paystubs, etc.
- Identifies adequate and affordable housing for clients.
- Conduct HQS inspection for initial and annual apartments for clients as requested by the Sullivan County Supervisor.
- Maintains client confidentiality in accordance with agency policy and procedure, 42 CFR and Part 309, 14 NYCRR.
- Must get new Release of information yearly.
- Coordinates client care with case management department for assistance with treatment providers and referral sources, attending treatment-planning conferences as requested.
- Monitors residence for cleanliness and safety.
- Maintains regular contact with housing clients, through phone, email, text plus including one home visit per month and one office visit, ensuring compliance with program rules and guidelines.
- Housing case manager must be available to participate in all Catholic Charities Events such as Stuff the bus, Adopt A Family, Toy Drive, Food Pantry Distributions and anywhere as needed.
- Coordinates client referrals and follow-up to community resources, such as vocational/ educational, childcare, etc.
- Monitors residents’ ability to live independently successfully, i.e. performance of daily living skills, ease in utilizing community resources, and engagement in self-help.
- Monitors each resident’s behavior to assure compliance with program rules and responsibilities and intervenes as indicated.
- Attend staff meetings and in-service training as requested.
- Maintains current certification by attending relevant workshops and training.
- Performs other duties as requested.
Benefits
- This position comes with benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
