Case Manager, Transitional Housing

Breaking Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to combating homelessness is seeking a compassionate Case Manager for their Transitional Housing program. This role involves providing essential case management services to individuals experiencing homelessness, including those with mental health and substance use challenges. The successful candidate will support clients in achieving their housing goals through direct services, assessments, and connections to necessary resources. Join a forward-thinking organization that believes everyone deserves a home and play a key role in transforming lives within the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Two years of experience working with homeless adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to a caseload of approximately 15 clients.
• Conduct psychosocial evaluations and assist with housing applications.
• Link clients to medical and substance use treatment facilities.

Skills

Case Management

Psychosocial Evaluations

Harm Reduction Techniques

Motivational Interviewing

Excellent Writing Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Continental Save Haven, Brooklyn, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00 AM

ABOUT US: We believe that everyone deserves a home!

Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, as well as in upstate New York and Connecticut. Our supportive housing combines affordable housing with services designed to help people maintain their homes long-term. This approach is recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

We go beyond providing housing. Our programs and services assist people experiencing street homelessness, especially those who have been on the streets the longest, to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach and transitional housing resources, we support individuals in moving towards permanent housing.

Located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, the Continental Safe Haven offers 145 beds for individuals not yet ready to transition into permanent housing, or those who have struggled in other housing programs. It provides an alternative to street life: private, safe, clean, and affordable short-term accommodations. On-site case management and clinical services are available to meet residents' needs and facilitate their transition to secure permanent housing.

Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator, the Case Manager, Transitional Housing, will provide case management services to individuals experiencing homelessness, including those with mental illness and/or substance use disorders, to support their transition to permanent housing. This position has a 35-hour work week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Provide direct services to a caseload of approximately 15 clients, including assessments, benefits assistance, and other support to achieve housing and recovery goals.
2. Conduct psychosocial evaluations.
3. Connect clients to psychiatric services.
4. Link clients to medical and substance use treatment facilities as needed.
5. Assist clients in obtaining identification, public benefits, and other income sources.
6. Meet weekly with clients to assess needs, promote harm reduction, and develop service plans.
7. Prepare documentation for housing applications.
8. Assist and counsel clients in obtaining permanent housing.
9. Maintain records in compliance with agency, city, and state standards.
10. Intervene in crisis situations.
11. Escort clients to appointments when necessary.
12. Provide assistance with self-administration of medication after training, following agency policies.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience.
2. Two years of experience working with homeless adults and substance abuse issues (preferred).
3. Experience with harm reduction and motivational interviewing techniques (strongly preferred).
4. Valid driver’s license from NY, NJ, CT, or PA with a good driving record (preferred).
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, with ability to learn new programs.
6. Excellent writing and communication skills.