Case Manager - Lincoln City HOPE Center

Socket.dev; Oregon; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Helping Hands in Oregon is seeking a Case Manager for our reentry program to build supportive relationships, help participants navigate resources, and set and pursue goals toward long-term, stable housing.

You’ll meet monthly to develop Individual Reentry Plans, assist with program requirements, and connect participants to housing, healthcare, SNAP, and other services. You will coordinate with partners, respond to crises with trauma-informed approaches, and maintain confidential records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of case management or social services experience.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Careful documentation and basic use of technology skills, including email, Microsoft Word and Excel, and data entry.
• A respectful, person-centered and trauma-informed approach and the ability to work collaboratively with participants and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with participants and learn about their needs through conversations, records review, and consultation.
• Meet with assigned participants monthly to develop and update Individual Reentry Plans (IRPs), set goals, review progress, and identify next steps.
• Support participants in understanding and meeting program requirements.
• Help participants access community resources and services, which may include housing, healthcare, SNAP, DMV appointments, employment supports, and other services.
• Coordinate with professionals and community partners involved in participants’ success, such as healthcare providers, counselors, legal supports, DHS workers, sponsors, family members, and parole officers.
• Respond to crises using trauma-informed de-escalation approaches and help connect participants with appropriate, timely resources.
• Develop and maintain a network of community resources, including medical and mental health services, DUI classes, social supports, financial coaching, and legal assistance.
• Build relationships with landlords, property managers, housing authorities, and affordable-housing partners; stay informed about housing opportunities and relevant requirements.
• Provide practical education and resources to help participants secure and maintain permanent housing, including coordinating rental assistance applications and payments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and protect participant confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation

Tech literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email

Job description

About the Role

As a Case Manager in our reentry program, you’ll build supportive relationships with participants, help them navigate resources, and work alongside them as they set and pursue goals. You’ll support program participation and help people take practical steps toward long-term, stable housing.

$22.71 per hour. This full-time position is eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), Holidays, and 401(k). May require occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed.

Open until filled with a first review of applications 9/29/2026.

What You’ll Do

• Build rapport with participants and learn about their needs through conversations, records review, and consultation.


• Meet with assigned participants monthly to develop and update Individual Reentry Plans (IRPs), set goals, review progress, and identify next steps.


• Support participants in understanding and meeting program requirements.


• Help participants access community resources and services, which may include housing, healthcare, SNAP, DMV appointments, employment supports, and other services.


• Coordinate with professionals and community partners involved in participants’ success, such as healthcare providers, counselors, legal supports, DHS workers, sponsors, family members, and parole officers.


• Respond to crises using trauma-informed de-escalation approaches and help connect participants with appropriate, timely resources.


• Develop and maintain a network of community resources, including medical and mental health services, DUI classes, social supports, financial coaching, and legal assistance.


• Build relationships with landlords, property managers, housing authorities, and affordable-housing partners; stay informed about housing opportunities and relevant requirements.


• Provide practical education and resources to help participants secure and maintain permanent housing, including coordinating rental assistance applications and payments.


• Maintain accurate documentation and protect participant confidentiality.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• At least one year of case management or social services experience.


• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.


• Careful documentation and basic use of technology skills, including email, Microsoft Word and Excel, and data entry.


• A respectful, person-centered and trauma-informed approach and the ability to work collaboratively with participants and community partners.

Especially Valuable

• Direct or lived experience related to homelessness, addiction, and/or working with low-income populations.


• Understanding of issues that may affect participants, including homelessness, chemical dependency, domestic violence, and sexual assault.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is primarily indoors in an office setting, with occasional moderate noise and exposure to scents. The role frequently involves sitting or standing at a computer and using standard office equipment, with occasional movement throughout the facility for meetings and work needs.

Helping Hands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.