Case Manager providing support to homeless individuals and families at Loudoun Homeless Services Center. Focused on housing initiatives and resource access in a compassionate environment.
Responsibilities
Ensure each participant feels welcome in the shelter, has basic needs items and supplies throughout their stay, and understands community guidelines and safety procedures
Provide relational and responsive case management support to each household
With each household, develop Housing First focused service plans which are individualized to the household’s unique housing need; assist each household through the housing location process.
Complete any relevant assessments or referrals needed to support the participant’s housing plan and needs
Empathetically and firmly address any safety issues that may arise during the participant’s stay in shelter and work to help refocus efforts on their housing plan
Once housing is secured, partner with participants to outline what supports are needed to address housing barriers and needs, and to develop an agreed upon plan to achieve housing related goals and to maintain housing stability
Assist participants in securing needed or requested basic needs items and services such as clothing, employment opportunities, benefits, health resources, employment, childcare, educational resources, etc.
Work to collect financial information from participants as well as formulate a working budget with them
In collaboration with the Housing Locator, communicate and establish working relationships with local landlords to negotiate lease terms and advocate on behalf of participants
Assist with developing a rental assistance package for participants utilizing a variety of funding sources, properly document the distribution of funds.
Assist participants in accessing financial resources, including rapid re-housing rental assistance, and prepare and submit necessary documentation
Function as a contributing member of a multidisciplinary team with Shelter House Inc. employees, deployed staff, and involved agencies to ensure participants receive needed services in a timely manner
Assure that all relevant information pertaining to participants is disseminated to all appropriate staff members in a timely manner
Encourage and support the household to focus their efforts on attaining the objectives specified in their Service Plan
Assist participants in planning for discharge from the program
Document contact with all participants in a timely manner (within 48 hours) using internal tracking methods, participant files and HMIS as required
Develop and facilitate training and workshops for participants on topics including but not limited to budgeting, self-care, seeking employment, mental health, etc.
Maintain complete participant records in accordance with agency and best practice standards
Maintain current knowledge and ability to implement emergency procedures including responsibilities as a mandated reporter
Be on call as directed by supervisor
Participate in staff meetings and trainings as directed by supervisor
Commit to being a continuous learner; study best practices implemented by Shelter House and Loudoun County DFS and collaborate with program management to implement
Empower and support participants in their successful completion of their identified goals
Safely utilize Shelter House owned vehicles to drive participants to various locations
Ensure compliance with all agency policies
Proficiently operate a personal computer, fax, printer, copier and Microsoft Office products (email, calendar, drive, etc).
Exemplify the Shelter House core values of (iCARE); Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment
Perform other duties deemed necessary to support the program and agency
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in human services / related field or commensurate experience
1+ years of case management/direct services/other related experience
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to prioritize competing priorities and make sound judgements
Ability to complete tasks while navigating frequent interruptions
Ability to deliver creative, resourceful solutions to unique challenges
Strong organizational and time management skills
Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Ability to Drive a 15 passenger van
Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours when needed
Foreign Language fluency in a language other than English (ex. Spanish, Farsi, Arabic or Amharic) (Preferred)
Experience with providing services to participants experiencing homelessness, mental health, or substance abuse issues (Preferred)
Experience utilizing the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) (Preferred)
Annual TB Test is required (Physical Requirement)
Ability to sit or stand for long periods (Physical Requirement)
Ability to lift items weighing 10-20 pounds (Physical Requirement)
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401K contributions with a 4% employer match
13 Paid Holidays, 2 Floating Holidays and the opportunity to take your Birthday Off
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