Case Manager

Overview: Salary Range $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Description: Position Title - Case Manager – (Grant Funded)

Reports To: Director of ProgramsFLSA Status - Non-exempt

Summary: This individual will work with clients and families program to help them find and obtain stable housing. Must be willing to travel.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties. Work collaboratively with families and individuals experiencing homelessness to help them establish housing goals and obtain independent housing. Provide clients with appropriate housing opportunities. Assist clients with navigating the administrative bureaucracy surrounding housing, such as obtaining necessary paperwork and completing required applications and forms. Establish and maintain relationships with landlords and property management companies to facilitate better identification of available housing opportunities. Ensure required case management documentation and forms are completed. Create case notes, track, and monitor clients' progress to provide support and ensure their housing goals are met. Work with property owners and representatives to obtain required documents in support of financial assistance requests. View, inspect, and evaluate potential housing locations to ensure they are well-maintained and appropriate for client habitation.

Required Skills: To perform the job successfully, applicants should demonstrate the following skills. Knowledge of general principles and approaches for providing services to individuals and families experiencing housing insecurity, substance addiction, interpersonal trauma, and criminal justice involvement. Knowledge of HUD programs, resources, opportunities, and regulations. Knowledge of local community programs, resources, opportunities, and regulations. Knowledge and experience in property management and/or leasing. Ability to travel to various locations on a weekly basis (mileage reimbursed).Strong coordination, organizational and leadership skills. Strong computer skills; Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Keyboarding. Ability to remain calm in crisis, hostile, or disaster situations. Able to work well independently and in group settings. Spanish and/or Polish bilingual ability preferred.

Working conditions: Moderate to loud. Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Education: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university preferred.

Experience: In lieu of education, 3+ years of case management experience with Rapid Rehousing, Housing First, or other federal housing program Preferred.