Shelter Case Manager

Project Renewal • New York, NY

3d • 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
• Proficiency in computer required.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years of experience working with homeless mentally ill adults or other special needs population preferred
• Bilingual or multilingual a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide case management and counseling services by conducting intake, psychosocial and housing assessments of clients to identify and obtain financial entitlements, housing and other concrete services (Health Insurance, Food Stamps, SSI etc.)
• In collaboration with each client, prepares and monitors an Independent Living Plan, identifying long and short-term objectives to be achieved
• Identifies and makes referrals for community based treatment and support services
• Counsels clients through individualized and group sessions on issues such as wellness self-management, maintaining sobriety, complying with medication, pursing employment, independent living skills etc.
• Collaborates with on-site psychiatric provider/nursing/primary care to ensure each client has an aftercare plan
• Maintains accurate and up to date written client documentation as required and in accord with city, federal, state and local agency regulations and guidelines
• Inputs client information and updates into the database system

What This Job Offers

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