Case Manager - Preferred Communities

Church World Service, Inc.

Tampa (FL)

Hybrid

USD 42,000 - 65,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Sick Days Off

Life Insurance and AD&D

Long Term Disability

Short Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Church World Service, Inc. is seeking a Case Manager to provide direct services and holistic support to clients facing complex challenges.

You will conduct intake assessments, develop service plans, and coordinate referrals while ensuring trauma-informed, culturally responsive care. Responsibilities include maintaining confidential records, advocating with external agencies, linking clients to housing, healthcare, employment, and education, and collaborating with program teams.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 3 years of case management or direct service experience.
Trauma-informed, culturally responsive care expertise.
Strong written and verbal communication.
Knowledge of local community resources and social service systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and case management software.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake assessments to determine client needs, risks, and eligibility for services.
Develop individualized service plans with measurable goals and timelines.
Provide ongoing case management, monitoring progress, and adjusting plans as needed.
Facilitate access to housing, healthcare, employment, education, legal support, and financial assistance.
Advocate for clients with external agencies to secure necessary resources.
Maintain accurate, confidential case files and track outcomes for reports.
Coordinate services with PIR, Matching Grant, and other teams to enroll clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Caseload management

Community resources

Trauma-informed care

MS 365

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

MSW preferred

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Overview

The Case Manager is responsible for providing direct services and holistic support to clients experiencing complex social, economic, or personal challenges. This role involves conducting needs assessments, coordinating referrals, maintaining accurate documentation, and advocating on behalf of clients within community systems. The Case Manager ensures that each client receives trauma informed, culturally responsive, and equitable care.

About CWS

Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts willbenefitboth your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.

Purpose

This role will coordinate services with PIR, Matching Grant, and other departments’ case management teams to determine new arrival case enrollment into the Preferred Communities program based on specific need for intensive case management services.

Responsibilities

Client Support & Case Management

Conduct intake assessments to determine client needs, risks, and eligibility for services.
Develop individualized service plans with measurable goals and timelines.
Provide ongoing case management, monitoring progress, and adjusting plans as needed.
Facilitate access to housing, healthcare, employment, education, legal support, and financial assistance.
Offer crisis intervention and safety planning as appropriate.
Advocate for clients with external agencies to secure necessary resources.

Coordination & Referrals

Maintain strong working relationships with community partners, government agencies, and service providers.
Connect clients to internal and external programs aligned with their goals.
Participate in conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, and collaborative initiatives.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential case files in accordance with organizational and funder requirements.
Track client outcomes and prepare reports for internal use and grant compliance.
Ensure adherence to ethical standards, program protocols, and data privacy regulations.

Program Support & Organizational Engagement

Contribute to program development, improvement, and evaluation.
Support outreach, workshops, and community education activities.
Participate in trainings to maintain best practices in trauma-informed care, cultural humility, and client advocacy.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, psychology, public health, or related field or equivalent experience in lieu of degree.
Minimum 3 years of case management or direct service experience, preferably in a nonprofit or humanitarian setting.
Strong understanding of trauma-informed, strength-based, and culturally responsive care.
Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage diverse caseloads and work effectively under pressure.
Knowledge of local community resources and social service systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and case management software.

Preferred

Master's degree in social work (MSW) or related field.
Experience working with vulnerable populations (e.g., refugees, survivors of violence, those experiencing homelessness).
Multilingual abilities.
Familiarity with federal, state, and local social service regulations.

Special Requirements