Intern Case Manager - PT Temporary
About The Position
STGi is currently seeking an Intern Case Manager to support the Department of Housing and Urban Development and Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Program (HUD/VASH). The position is hybrid with travel up to 80% as assigned. In partnership with California State University, Long Beach School of Social Work, the HUD-VASH Intern Case Manager position provides the opportunity for a Masters’ of Social Work student to engage in supervised activities and provides practice experiences in application of theory and skills acquired in all Masters’ of Social Work foundation areas. Internships begin in early September and run through mid-May. Students will intern for 16 hours a week (2 days per week) and will be supervised directly by an STGi HUD-VASH LCSW Clinical Supervisor.
Requirements
- Masters’ of Social Work student
- Shadow current Lead Case Managers
Responsibilities
- Arrange, coordinate, and provide direct clinical case management and support to Veterans experiencing homelessness as assigned.
- Assist the Veteran in navigating the Housing Authority voucher process and provide support, along with the Housing Locator, to obtain permanent supportive housing.
- Conduct comprehensive screenings and assessments with clients to collect functional, environmental, financial, employment, housing, educational, and health information, as appropriate, to develop a case plan.
- Provide education regarding community living and basic life skills (money management, shopping, safety, basic cleanliness, and nutrition).
- Provide referrals and linkage to VA medical facilities, VA Regional Offices, and community-based agencies for services including health care, benefits, vocational assistance, education, recreation, and any other needs.
- Provide direct mental health and substance abuse counseling using the Harm Reduction Model, within their scope of practice, or refer to another provider.
- Provide crisis management services as needed.
- Establish collaborative relationships with services providers inside and outside of the VA to ensure Veteran’s continuity of care with wrap-around services.
- Develop, perform, and assist with workshops pertaining to program services that meet client needs.
- Provide and assist at outreach events.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
