Opiate Response Case Manager: Housing & Support Advocate

United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time Off

Holidays (11)

Health Insurance

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) Salary Deferral

401(k) 5% Company Contribution

Group Term Life Insurance

Free Child Care Services

Employee Assistance Program

LifeMart Employee Discounts

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA in Scranton, PA, seeks a State Opiate Response Case Manager to deliver housing case management and life-skills support for Lackawanna and Wayne counties. The role involves coordinating with landlords, assessing client needs, creating action plans, and maintaining detailed records in ClientTrack.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, organizational skills, and be comfortable working independently and with diverse populations while supporting

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor degree in social work, counseling, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with diverse populations and good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing case management to a caseload of participants.
• Recruit and educate landlords about the State Opiate Response Program's benefits.
• Understand program regulations related to this position.
• Conduct intake processes and assess client needs.
• Create a monthly budget and a detailed action plan with all clients.
• Assist in finding safe, affordable housing based on participant needs.
• Help participants read and understand lease agreements.
• Maintain accurate client files and enter data into ClientTrack.
• Connect participants with employment services and workforce programs.
• Assist consumers with connecting to medical and mental health supports.
• Link participants with school districts or childcare options.
• Conduct home and office visits with consumers and provide program reports.
• Coordinate efforts with UNC programs and referrals.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Adaptability

Diversity experience

MS Office proficiency

Team player

Education

Bachelor degree in social work/counseling/related

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA in Scranton, PA, seeks a State Opiate Response Case Manager to deliver housing case management and life-skills support for Lackawanna and Wayne counties. The role involves coordinating with landlords, assessing client needs, creating action plans, and maintaining detailed records in ClientTrack.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, organizational skills, and be comfortable working independently and with diverse populations while supporting