Case Manager – HIV/AIDS Housing & Support

The Doe Fund; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Doe Fund is hiring a Case Manager to support residents in a 151-unit permanent supportive housing program serving homeless individuals and families in the NYC area. You'll provide counseling, assessment, service planning and linkage to healthcare, benefits and community services.

Ideal candidates have a social work background, knowledge of HIV/AIDS and related services, and strong written and verbal communication skills to work with diverse residents and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or relevant field.
• Minimum of three years of post-Master's experience.
• Working knowledge of HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, mental illness and homelessness.
• Excellent case management skills with knowledge of NYC Metro benefits.
• Strong ethics, confidentiality and integrity.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficient with email, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload and provide supportive case management to residents.
• Maintain resident records in compliance with agency standards.
• Conduct and review assessments and develop Service Plans.
• Link residents to healthcare providers and monitor progress.
• Provide counseling and crisis intervention as needed.
• Assist residents in securing and maintaining benefits.
• Coordinate with hospitals, substance abuse programs, HRA and mental health services.
• Facilitate groups and activities promoting independent living skills.
• Assist with rent payments and budgeting; document outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ethical standards

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Doe Fund is hiring a Case Manager to support residents in a 151-unit permanent supportive housing program serving homeless individuals and families in the NYC area. You'll provide counseling, assessment, service planning and linkage to healthcare, benefits and community services.

Ideal candidates have a social work background, knowledge of HIV/AIDS and related services, and strong written and verbal communication skills to work with diverse residents and partners.