Case Manager - Housing & Services Advocate (NYC)

Westhab Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Westhab Inc. is seeking a Case Manager in Manhattan to assess clients' needs, plan a course of action, link to housing services and monitor progress.

You will help clients obtain and maintain housing and collaborate with Housing Specialists and external partners. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field, at least 1 year of case management experience with vulnerable populations, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Social Work or Human Services Field preferred.
• At least 1 year of case management experience with homeless, mentally ill, substance abuse and/or low income populations.
• Bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and assessment to orient client and develop individual service plan.
• Meet weekly with client to assist with achievement of service plan goals.
• Coordinate services with Housing Specialist and external partners.
• Provide advocacy for entitlements and services.
• Document case management activities per guidelines and procedures.
• Complete Housing applications for clients based on individual needs.
• Achieve monthly placement quota, as assigned.
• Facilitate workshops, groups and escort clients as applicable.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings to enhance job-related skills.
• Work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Relationship building

Time management

Multi-tasking

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor degree in Social Work or Human Services

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Westhab Inc. is seeking a Case Manager in Manhattan to assess clients' needs, plan a course of action, link to housing services and monitor progress.

You will help clients obtain and maintain housing and collaborate with Housing Specialists and external partners. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field, at least 1 year of case management experience with vulnerable populations, and strong organizational skills.