A community-focused organization is seeking a Homeless to Housing Case Manager in Hartford, CT. This role involves engaging unsheltered individuals with mental health or substance use issues and advocating for their housing needs. Responsibilities include coordinating with community partners, assisting clients with housing applications, and ensuring access to essential resources. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to cultural competency. A generous employee benefits package is offered, including medical and PTO.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferably with homeless or marginalized populations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
Experience in case management and knowledge of community resources.
Responsibilities
Engage with unsheltered individuals to provide housing-related services.
Establish rapport to assist with housing documentation and applications.
Coordinate with community partners for job and health linkages.
Skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Case management principles
Cultural humility
Trauma-informed care
Bilingual fluency (English/Spanish)
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
Two to three years related experience
Tools
Microsoft Word
Excel
HMIS
Smartsheet
Job description
A community-focused organization is seeking a Homeless to Housing Case Manager in Hartford, CT. This role involves engaging unsheltered individuals with mental health or substance use issues and advocating for their housing needs. Responsibilities include coordinating with community partners, assisting clients with housing applications, and ensuring access to essential resources. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree, relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to cultural competency. A generous employee benefits package is offered, including medical and PTO.