DVSH - Rapid Re-Housing Case Manager

Shelter House, Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelter House, Inc. in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Rapid Re-Housing Case Manager to support survivors of domestic violence, housing stability, and wraparound services. You will work within the DVSH program to connect clients with resources and safe housing options.

The role emphasizes client-centered, trauma-informed practice, mobile advocacy, and collaboration with partners to address legal, medical, and financial needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with survivors of domestic or sexual violence.
• Ability to assess safety and housing needs.
• Familiarity with housing resources and services.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to evaluate safety and needs and develop goals.
• Maintain a caseload of 12–18 clients with client-centered, trauma-informed services.
• Provide mobile advocacy by meeting clients in the community.
• Engage with clients to educate on domestic violence dynamics and safety.
• Identify resources to increase physical and emotional safety.
• Assist clients in filing for

Skills

Caseload management

Trauma-informed

Client-centered service

Mobile advocacy

Job description

Title: Rapid Re-Housing Case Manager (FT)

Level: Case Manager

Department: Domestic Violence Supportive Housing

Reports to: Senior Case Manager, DVSH

Salary Range: $52K-$56K

Location: Chantilly, VA

FLSA Status: Exempt

About Us

Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County. Since the organization's inception, we have adapted and grown to meet community needs, all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today, Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 100 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic violence. In the last year, our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2,000 individuals, half of which were children. Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Inclusivity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment (iC.A.R.E.).

About the Role

The Domestic Violence Rapid Rehousing Case Manager is a vital team member of the Domestic Violence and Supportive Housing (DVSH) program at Shelter House. The case manager supports survivors of domestic and sexual violence, stalking, and/or human trafficking who are experiencing homelessness as a result of fleeing abuse. This position is responsible for providing direct services by collaborating with survivors to identify and assess needs, facilitate connections to appropriate resources, and support survivors in increasing their safety and housing stability. The case manager uses their knowledge of housing opportunities and services in the community to assist survivors in obtaining and maintaining permanent, safe housing. In addition to support with housing identification, wraparound case management is utilized to provide families with connections to resources to address a variety of other needs such as legal, medical, and financial assistance. Case management services are provided in a client-centered manner driven by the survivor's self-identified goals and with respect for self-determination.

How you will contribute

• Collaborate with clients to evaluate safety and social needs, housing history and barriers, financial management and budgeting, and develop and achieve individualized goals
• Maintain a caseload of between 12-18 clients at a time, providing client-centered, trauma-informed services
• Provide mobile advocacy services by regularly meeting with clients in a safe location in the community
• Engage with clients to create individualized safety plans and educate clients on the dynamics of domestic violence
• Identify resources to help clients increase their levels of physical and emotional safety
• Assist clients in filing for