HIPP Case Manager

Shelterhousecincy; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelterhouse, a nonprofit organization, is seeking a HIP Team Case Manager to assist chronically homeless individuals in accessing essential services and housing in Greater Cincinnati. The role involves conducting assessments, creating service plans, and ensuring client support post-housing. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree and relevant experience in case management related to homelessness or mental health.

Qualifications

• Experience with case management, homelessness, mental health or substance abuse.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Complete intakes and assessments for each client in case load.
• Connect clients to housing programs and necessary services.
• Maintain contact with clients for 90 days after housing.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Independence

De-escalation

Flexibility

High energy operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

LSW/MSW preferred

CDCA preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Barron Center - Cincinnati, OH

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Position Overview Shelter House is a community of residents, staff and volunteers working together to provide basic human services for the men and women of the Greater Cincinnati area who are experiencing homelessness. The HIP Team Case Manager is responsible assisting the chronically homeless to services and housing.

Essential Job Duties Complete intakes and assessments for each clients in case load Complete Individual Service Plan (ISP) Responsible for connecting clients to a housing program that has availability Refer clients to wrap around services as needed, such as, drug and alcohol treatment, mental health services, etc. Help clients stabilize once they are housed by helping with furniture, food, transportation for services, home visits, etc. Assist clients to get medical benefits Maintain contact with clients for 90 days after they are housed Maintain contact with community service providers to aide with the client referral process Perform housing visits for placed clients

Qualifications

Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor’s degree required LSW/MSW preferred CDCA preferred Experience with case management, homelessness, mental health or substance abuse Since the Case Managers are responsible for driving clients in their personal vehicle, they need to have the following: Valid driver’s license with good driving record, daily access to private insured vehicle during work hours and the ability to be approved by Shelter House insurer. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays

Skills & Abilities Ability to function effectively in a high energy environment Ability to work independently Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays Ability to deescalate situations Effective communication with people in all different capacities Empathetic to client situations

Physical Requirements (% of time spent performing requirements) Time spent walking- 15% Time spent sitting- 30% Time spent lifting objects- 5% Must be able to lift 10lbs Time spent working on computer and telephone- 30%

Conclusion This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. But, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

EEOC Statement It is the policy of Shelterhouse to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, handicap or veteran status or status within any other protected group. Shelterhouse is an AA/EOE/Vets/Disabled