Case Manager (5765)

PATH; California (MO); On-site; USD 66,592,000 - 81,033,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

PATH is seeking a Case Manager to join the Housing Navigation Services team at the Family Solutions Center in Los Angeles, CA. The role focuses on helping clients break the cycle of homelessness by coordinating housing, health, and support services.

You will conduct intake, develop individualized service plans, and connect clients with medical, social, and financial resources while ensuring confidentiality and trauma-informed care. Driving is required; position is full-time and non-exempt.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable populations or related field.
• All levels of education and experience are welcome.
• Must demonstrate CPR/First Aid training and be eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and develop ISP addressing housing goals and income.
• Provide referrals and support to resources to meet ISP goals.
• Complete program assessments (e.g., VI-SPDAT).
• Evaluate progress and conduct 90-day reviews with participants.
• Maintain accurate confidential case files per HIPAA and PATH policies.
• Develop therapeutic relationships and provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed care.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Creativity

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Ethics

Job description

WHY WORK FOR US?

We are mission and values driven and your contributions will make a difference. We make a positive difference in people's lives and help an average of 23 people per week to find a place to live.

JR 5765

Case Manager

Los Angeles, CA 90018

Salary: $23.24 to $28.28 per hour

Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year

Full Time

Non-Exempt

Driving Required

Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Housing Navigation Services team as the Case Manager at the Family Solutions Center office.

About Path

Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.

About The Job

As part of the Housing Navigation Services team, the Case Manager role’s main function is to assist clients in breaking the cycle of homelessness by utilizing a “whatever it takes” approach. This position supports clients through all phases of homelessness, including but not limited to: on the street, interim housing, transitional housing, and permanent housing. They assist clients with accessing and maintaining necessary services among healthcare, social services, interpersonal support systems, and navigating through a coordinated entry system (CES). This position will provide individualized supportive services by helping each client develop a plan to address strengths, barriers, support health needs, increase income, and find and maintain housing. As part of the care plan, they identify each area in which clients will need assistance to accomplish the outlined goals and objectives (i.e. scheduling appointments, applying for public benefits, etc.) and focuses on housing and health as necessary outcomes for success. Housing Navigators work alongside a team of case managers, housing locators and community providers to provide participants with case management services focused in obtaining and maintaining stable housing.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Conducts intake and individualized needs assessment for all participants and collaborates to develop Individualized Service Plan (ISP) that addresses housing goals, maintaining/increasing income and other personal goals identified by the participant including medical, mental health, substance use, financial resources, vocational, and social support needs
• Provides referrals, linkages, information, and support to resources that help participants to achieve their ISP goals
• Completes program specific assessments (e.g. VI-SPDAT)
• Evaluates strengths and challenges to addressing short term and long-term goals, conducts a 90 day review with the participant after initial intake
• Maintains documentation standards as required by the Program and PATH policies, including completing case file notes in a timely manner andmaintains a complete, accurate, and current participant file with all required documents
• Maintains confidentiality of participant files per HIPAA and all applicable guidelines
• Develops therapeutic and/or professional relationships with clients and systems/partners that enhance efforts to engage and retain individuals with their housing goals
• Provides crisis intervention and risk assessment services focused on increasing safety and enhancing the clients’ ability to independently solve problems, utilize effective coping skills, and manage and self -coordinate their own care, including services for individuals with chronic trauma
• Uses motivational interviewing and trauma-informed care in service delivery
• Maintains current, thorough knowledge of community resources and utilizes them to provide comprehensive, wrap-around services to clients Core Job Functions (continued)
• Attend and actively engage in all required training sessions as assigned by the company and apply learned skills and knowledge to daily tasks and responsibilities.
• Attend and actively engage in all required staff meetings and events on and off-site (when applicable).
• Must demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through inclusive service delivery, continued learning and development, modeling inclusive behaviors, contributing to an inclusive work environment, proactively mitigating bias in internal and external systems as well as interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or required.

What You Bring

• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
• Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
• Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable populations or a related field.

Minimum Qualifications

• All levels of education and experience are welcome

Mandatory Requirements

Regardless of qualifications, candidates must:

• Have employment eligibility verification
• Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
• Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
• Tuberculosis Test
• Background Screening
• Drug Test

DRIVING

Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must:

• Have reliable transportation
• A valid driver’s license
• Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
• The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

PATH is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and objectivity in our services and employment practices. To avoid potential conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of our programs, we are unable to employ individuals who are currently receiving services from PATH or have received services within the past two years.

CALIFORNIA-BASED WORK EXPECTATIONS

We are a California employer. Therefore, all regular and customary work must be performed within the state. Approval for work outside of the office, does not establish approval for work to be conducted outside of California.

PATH does not offer fully remote positions. While some roles may include a schedule that involves multiple designated worksites or approved off-site locations (e.g., hybrid schedules), this does not imply that work will be performed from home. Many positions are fully on-site with no off-site work. All work schedules are determined by the responsibilities of the role and operational requirements, and may be adjusted at any time.

What We Offer

In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.

PATH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PATH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

PATH will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

PATH is dedicated to racial and social justice by centering equity in our service delivery and maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment for the communities we serve. We seek awareness and insight from witnessing the stories of our clients and learning from the experiences of our staff to ensure impactful systems change. If people are empowered, they can bring their authentic, whole selves to work and when people feel like they belong, they can become part of a unified effort of ending homelessness for all.