Veteran Program Rural Case Manager

Archdiocese of St. Louis•St. Louis, MO

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

St. Patrick Center provides opportunities for self-sufficiency and dignity to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Individuals and families build permanent, positive change in their lives through safe and affordable housing, sound mental and physical health, and employment and financial stability. Working collaboratively with individuals, businesses, government and other service providers, St. Patrick Center will end chronic homelessness in the St. Louis region through Housing First, an evidence-based practice that tells us to remove barriers, do intake and assessment early, move people into housing and offer them support to achieve their goals.

Requirements

College degree or 4 to 6 years of equivalent professional experience required.
Valid and current driver license required (MO residents require Class E).
Valid and current auto insurance required.
Reliable vehicle is required.
Available to work a minimum of 37.5 hours a week.

Nice To Haves

BSW or related field preferred.
1-2 years’ experience working with the unhoused population preferred.
Veteran status preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with monthly budgeting.
Collaborate with SSVF Peer Support services as needed.
Receive input from SSVF staff regarding housing, mentoring, substance use and other immediate/long term needs.
Responsible for meeting goal indicators as outlined in the SSVF grant.
Assist and complete special case management projects as directed by program Manager or program Director.
Complete daily and monthly departmental paperwork.
Update clients’ electronic files in CaseWorthy daily, to include communication with clients, services provided, or any internal or external referrals made.
Create and maintain an organized hard copy file for each client.
Refer clients to additional resources to address other service needs such as mental health and substance use disorders, and legal assistance.
Make referrals to other SPC Programs as appropriate.
Refer clients to local VA medical centers for potential health and financial benefits assistance.
Develop relationships with clients and their natural supports.
Work with other employment and veteran services programs within the community and St. Patrick Center staff.
Networks with federal, state, and local agencies.
Other duties as assigned.