Case Manager (HRA), CAMBA Gardens II Supportive Housing (CGII)

CAMBA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

CAMBA is seeking a Case Manager (HRA) in Brooklyn, NY to review tenant eligibility, create and maintain tenant files, and conduct initial intake and ongoing assessments. You will collaborate with tenants to develop independent living plans, locate community resources, and advocate for access to needed services to help tenants achieve stable housing and self-sufficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with experience serving SPMI populations and the ability to obtain fingerprint clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with experience working with seriously and persistently mentally ill population (SPMI).
• Obtain required background checks (CHC fingerprinting) and clearance.
• Commitment to mandated reporting and client advocacy as part of case management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation establishing tenants' eligibility and maintain files.
• Conduct initial intake and assessments; develop and revise independent living plans with tenants.
• Identify community resources and make referrals to services; support tenants toward self-sufficiency.
• Monitor progress through regular contact and visits; document outcomes.
• Participate in case conferences and prepare reports for oversight and program evaluation.
• May schedule appointments and accompany tenants to referrals and appointments.
• May assist with benefits applications and data entry into databases.

Education

Bachelor's degree and experience with SPMI population

Job description

Who We Are

CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are in living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

CAMBA GARDENS Phase II

is a 293 unit supportive/affordable housing development located in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn. CAMBA Housing Ventures (CHV), the housing development subsidiary of CAMBA, developed these units. 182 of these units are set aside for formerly homeless individuals and families. 108 units are for Population A individuals, chronically homeless single adults who suffer from Serious and Persistent Mental Illness or who have a co-occurring Mental Illness and Chemical Addiction (MICA). 15 units are for Population H individuals, chronically homeless single adults who have a substance abuse disorder that is the barrier to independent living and who also have a disabling clinical condition. 24 units are for Population II chronically homeless families, in which the head of household suffers from a substance abuse disorder, a disabling medical condition or HIV/AIDS. CAMBA provides on-site case management and supportive services in addition to 24/7 security.

Position: Case Manager (HRA)

Reports To: Program Manager

Location: 560 Winthrop Street, Brooklyn, New York 11203

What The Case Manager Does

• Review all documentation establishing tenants' eligibility for program and make file copies.
• Create and maintain tenant files.
• Conduct initial intake and assessment of tenants and tenants' families' needs and periodic re-assessments.
• In collaboration with tenants, prepare initial and periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term tenant goals.
• Assist tenants in attaining their goals by identifying and locating community resources for tenants and by making referrals to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
• Work with tenants to break through barriers to tenant goals and to assist tenants in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency.
• Recommend and implement strategies to persuade tenants to participate more fully in this process.
• Monitor tenants' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled telephone contact and/or face-to-face visits, and document via progress notes.
• Participate in case conferences.
• Follow-up with tenants and with referral organizations regarding tenant contact and progress with referral organization.
• Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
• May recommend closing of cases in which tenants have: (a) achieved primary goals and have maintained stability for a period of months; or, (b) have not demonstrated a willingness to participate in the process (lost-to-service); or, (c) have become ineligible for services (e.g. moved out of building).
• May act as tenant liaison/tenant advocate with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, legal issues, etc.
• May schedule appointments for tenant with referral organizations.
• May escort tenants to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.)
• May assist tenants in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on tenants' behalf.
• May follow-up with tenants for a period of time after successful completion of their primary goals to assure tenant stability.
• May evaluate actual living conditions of tenants through home visits.
• May prepare marketing materials for the program.
• May prescreen tenants over the telephone for eligibility and may schedule intake appointments.
• May input tenant data and tenant progress information into automated database.

Minimum Education/Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree (e. g., B.A., B.S.W.) and experience working with the seriously and Persistently Mentally Ill (SPMI) population, and/or equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

• Obtain “Criminal History Checks” (CHC) fingerprinting through the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) and the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice System) and Staff Exclusion List (SEL) clearance.
• Ability to maintain fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment.
• Must sign NYC DOH/MH attestation stating that candidate has not been the subject of a founded child abuse report.
• As a Mandated Reporter, you must immediately report suspected incidents/cases of abuse and neglect to the Vulnerable Persons Central Register (VPCR) Hotline at 1-855-373-2122 and complete a CAMBA Incident Report.
• Flexible hours may be needed occasionally to provide shift coverage until 8 pm.

Compensation: $51,632.90 Annually

When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate.This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization.

Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.

CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.