Case Manager needed in Staten Island

PsychPros, Inc.; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 28.106 - 40.029; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A social service organization is seeking a Case Manager in Staten Island to provide case management services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The role includes conducting assessments and connecting clients to psychiatric and medical services, while guiding them towards permanent housing. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and experience with homeless populations. Full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, emphasizing strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifikationen

• Two years of experience working with homeless adults and substance abuse issues preferred.
• Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver's license with a good driving record.

Aufgaben

• Provide direct services to a caseload of approximately 25 clients.
• Conduct psychosocial evaluations.
• Connect clients to psychiatric services.
• Assist and counsel clients in obtaining permanent housing.

Kenntnisse

Experience with harm reduction techniques

Motivational interviewing techniques

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Excellent writing and communication skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking a Case Manager in Staten Island. The Case Manager will provide case management services to people experiencing homelessness, some with mental illness and/or substance use disorders, in order to assist the individual in the transition to permanent housing.

This position has a 35-hour work week. Pay: $24.73 per hour. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1:00 PM–9:00 PM. Full-time with benefits.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct services to a caseload of approximately 25 clients, including conducting necessary assessments, benefits assistance, and other services necessary to support the client in achieving housing and recovery goals.
• Conduct psychosocial evaluations.
• Connect clients to psychiatric services.
• Connect clients to medical treatment and substance use treatment facilities when applicable.
• Obtain identification, public benefits, and other applicable income sources for clients.
• Meet weekly with clients to assess needs, encourage harm reduction, and develop service plans.
• Prepare all documentation for housing applications.
• Assist and counsel clients in the process of obtaining permanent housing.
• Maintain record keeping in compliance with agency standards as well as those of City and State agencies.
• Intervene in crisis situations.
• Escort clients to appointments when needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Two years of experience working with homeless adults and substance abuse issues preferred.
• Experience with harm reduction and motivational interviewing techniques strongly preferred.
• Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver's license with a good driving record.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new programs.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.

If you are interested, please email the most updated copy of your resume to [e-mail].