Rapid Rehousing Stabilization Case Manager

Saint Francis House Inc•Boston, MA

About The Position

The Rapid Rehousing Stabilization Case Manager provides direct support to homeless individuals who are preparing for and transitioning to housing. This person empowers participants to take charge of their own life’s direction and gain sustainable independence, by operating from a “housing first” point of view. The Rapid Rehousing Stabilization Case Manager assists the participant directly or by referral to obtain and maintain stable income, apply necessary life skills, and assisting with access to services and connecting with outside community resources they need to live successfully in stable permanent housing. This person works as a team with integrated services at St. Francis House to stabilize the guest in housing, income and behavioral health.

Requirements

Highly reliable, proactive, and independent with a consistent and responsible work ethic
Strong knowledge of motivational interviewing, Housing First models, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care
Demonstrated commitment to ending homelessness with a compassionate, non-judgmental, and person-centered approach
Skilled in supporting individuals through behavior change with patience, consistency, and empathy
Knowledge of housing resources, subsidy programs, and Continuum of Care systems (Boston preferred)
Ability to effectively engage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those with behavioral health needs and CORI/SORI involvement
Strong communication and advocacy skills (verbal and written)
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build trust and rapport
Creative problem-solver with the ability to manage complex and challenging situations
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail and deadlines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced, high-stress environments
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software
Committed to recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and person-centered care models
Experience in case management and/or direct service with vulnerable populations
Minimum of 1 year working with individuals experiencing or transitioning out of homelessness (preferred)
Experience in social services settings with knowledge of coordinated care planning and housing case management
Experience providing direct services to homeless individuals (preferred)
High School Diploma or equivalent required; additional education in human services preferred
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (strongly preferred)

Nice To Haves

Lived experience of homelessness and/or recovery (a plus)
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Carries a caseload of approximately 40 individuals, whose needs will vary over time, but approximately 25% of which will have high levels of service needs at any given time.
Provides housing navigation services including housing search, placement, administering financial assistance, and providing stabilization support in the community.
Uses a proactive approach in developing positive relationships with residents, reaching out on a regular basis with all individuals on the caseload to ensure they know what, where, and how to engage in services when needed.
Conducts assessments and builds collaborative service plans with residents, prioritizing areas that are directly connected to improving levels of stability in housing, income, and behavioral health, establishing agreed-upon goals.
Works with participants to develop and or strengthen daily living skills including budgeting, employment/income, food and nutrition, and good tenancy practices.
Understands and respects individuals’ choices and of readiness to change and uses Motivational Interviewing to provide encouragement, insight, and informed support.
Monitors participant’s tenancy to identify any potential concerns early, including landlord-tenant disputes, rent arrearages, and lease or code violations (by tenant and/or by landlord). Reports out any concerns to supervisor promptly.
Serves as a liaison with participant’s landlord, medical and behavioral health providers, and others as needed and permitted by participant.
Reaches out to each client on a minimum monthly basis, in person, by phone, or through video to assess their stability, provide resources and support, and proactively identify any risks to maintaining their housing.
Keeps accurate records of work with participants in all required databases, including but not limited to referrals made, services provided, progress toward goals, and contract-specific details.
Self-monitors performance to insure measurable progress with participants and adherence to contract requirements, departmental goals, and/or agency-wide outcomes.
Maintains ongoing and up-to-date tenant records in the database (Clarity and Google Docs) and regularly reviews caseload activities and goals.
Monitors participant’s tenancy to identify any potential concerns early, including landlord-tenant disputes, rent arrearages, and lease or code violations (by tenant and/or by landlord). Reports out any concerns to supervisor promptly.
Serves as a liaison with participant’s landlord, property management, medical and behavioral health providers, and others as needed and permitted by participant.
Self-monitors performance to work with supervisor to insure measurable progress with participants and adherence to contract requirements, departmental goals, and/or agency-wide outcomes.
Adheres to agency code of conduct.
Performs other duties as assigned.