Case Manager, Recuperative Facility SD

US Career Partners; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after start

401K eligibility after 1 year

Paid sick time and vacation accrual

Job summary

US Career Partners is seeking a qualified Case Manager for a Recuperative Facility in San Diego. The role focuses on individualized support and resource coordination to help clients achieve stability.

You will assess needs, develop care plans, advocate for access to housing, healthcare, and social services, and provide crisis intervention when required. Strong empathy and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field.
• Experience in case management or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Empathy and cultural sensitivity.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Collaborative teamwork abilities.
• Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients experiencing homelessness and develop personalized care plans.
• Coordinate housing, healthcare, mental health, substance abuse, employment resources.
• Advocate to navigate services and entitlements.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Monitor progress and update care plans; maintain case notes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and community partners.
• Offer life skills guidance and conduct workshops.
• Engage in community outreach to connect individuals with services.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Ethical standards

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field

Job description

About the job Case Manager, Recuperative Facility SD

Accelerate your career, impact and earnings working for a fast growing recuperative home full of future opportunity; making a major difference for the homeless population.

Overview: The Homeless Case Manager plays a crucial role in providing individualized supportand resources to clients experiencing homelessness. This position requires a combination ofempathy, advocacy, resource coordination, and collaboration to empower clients on theirjourney to stability and self-sufficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Client Assessment and Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients experiencing homelessness to identify their individual needs, challenges, and strengths. Develop personalized care plans in collaboration with clients, outlining specific goals andinterventions to support their journey toward stability.
2. Resource Coordination: Connect clients with essential resources such as housing assistance, healthcare, mentalhealth services, substance abuse treatment, employment support, and othercommunity-based services. Collaborate with external agencies, nonprofits, and government organizations to accessadditional resources and support.
3. Advocacy: Advocate on behalf of clients to navigate social services, legal systems, and communityresources. Assist clients in overcoming barriers and accessing entitlements and benefits they areeligible for.
4. Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate support during crises, such as mental health emergencies, substanceabuse issues, or sudden homelessness. Implement crisis intervention techniques and collaborate with emergency services whennecessary.
5. Regular Monitoring and Follow-up: Conduct regular check-ins with clients to assess progress, address emerging needs, andmodify care plans as required. Maintain detailed and accurate case notes, ensuring compliance with documentationstandards.
6. Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including medical professionalssocial workers, facility staff, and external service providers. Attend case conferences, team meetings, and collaborate with community partners toenhance support networks for clients.
7. Education and Skill-building: Provide guidance and resources to help clients develop essential life skills, includingbudgeting, job readiness, and effective communication. Facilitate workshops or group sessions to address common challenges faced byindividuals experiencing homelessness.
8. Community Outreach: Engage in outreach efforts to identify and connect with individuals experiencinghomelessness who may benefit from case management services. Raise awareness about available support services and advocate for the needs of thehomeless population.

Qualifications:

1. Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related fieldis typically preferred.
2. Experience: Previous experience in case management, social work, or a related field, preferablyworking with individuals experiencing homelessness or in crisis situations.
3. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicateeffectively with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
4. Empathy and Cultural Sensitivity: A compassionate and empathetic approach to working with diverse populations,recognizing and respecting individual differences.
5. Problem-solving Abilities: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically in dynamic and challengingsituations.
6. Organizational Skills: Effective organizational and time-management skills to prioritize and manage a caseloadof clients.
7. Collaboration and Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and build positive relationships withexternal service providers.
8. Commitment to Ethical Standards: Adherence to ethical guidelines and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality andprofessionalism in all interactions.

We offer Health Benefits for full time employees after the first day of the following month of hire- medical, dental and vision. 401K eligibility is the one-year anniversary. CA mandates sick time accruals for all employees PT, FT, etc. and all FT accrue vacation.