Family Support Case Manager II | Financial Literacy & Access

Urban-Strategies-In; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Strategies, Inc. is seeking a Family Support Specialist II to provide comprehensive case management and coordinate with community and supportive service activities that promote economic self-sufficiency for families and enhance the quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities.

The role collaborates with a team of professionals to determine suitable approaches and support for families in different neighborhoods under HUD programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a case manager or in direct practice with low-income households; health services experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake, assessments, enroll residents in family support program, and visit various locations for resident information gathering.
• Collaborate with families on Development Plans, assist in accessing social services, advocate for service delivery for up to 100 individuals.
• Ensure privacy, track resident data in USI's LEARN system, attend community and program-related meetings.
• Available for occasional nights/weekends, travel up to 25%, perform administrative tasks.
• Provide resources and knowledge for clients to access capital, including loans for housing and consumer products, to build credit, reduce debt, and support wealth growth through entrepreneurship.
• Offer consultation services in financial management and goal-setting.
• Host in-person and virtual seminars for clients seeking financial literacy and capital access.
• Support and promote development of the USI CDFI client base.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Urban Strategies, Inc. is seeking a Family Support Specialist II to provide comprehensive case management and coordinate with community and supportive service activities that promote economic self-sufficiency for families and enhance the quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities.

The role collaborates with a team of professionals to determine suitable approaches and support for families in different neighborhoods under HUD programs.