Reentry Case Manager I — Housing & Resource Navigator

AMI Network; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

AMI Network is seeking a Case Manager I in Los Angeles to support individuals transitioning from incarceration through coordination of services and housing resources. The role emphasizes building trust, navigating benefits, and coordinating with courts and community partners.

You will assess needs, connect clients with housing and healthcare, and maintain thorough documentation while traveling to meet clients in various settings.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience serving highly vulnerable populations.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or related field.
• Familiarity with community resources and connecting clients to needed services.
• Comfort working with homelessness, incarceration, mental health challenges, and other barriers.
• Knowledge of Harm Reduction, Motivational Interviewing, and Housing First approaches.
• Strong communication and relationship-building across diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services and resources for individuals transitioning out of jail before and after release.
• Build trust through consistent, compassionate case management.
• Connect clients with bridge/interim housing and assist with housing paperwork.
• Conduct VI-SPDAT vulnerability assessments to identify needs.
• Arrange access to physical/mental health services and benefits.
• Assist with obtaining identification (e.g., driver’s licenses, Social Security).
• Maintain organized client files and progress notes; report to courts as needed.
• Collaborate with courts, law enforcement, outreach teams and service providers.
• Conduct client meetings at jails, community sites, homes, or encampments.
• Provide transportation assistance (bus passes, taxi vouchers, etc.).
• Attend case conferences and community meetings to coordinate services.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Multilingual

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic health records

Job description

AMI Network is seeking a Case Manager I in Los Angeles to support individuals transitioning from incarceration through coordination of services and housing resources. The role emphasizes building trust, navigating benefits, and coordinating with courts and community partners.

You will assess needs, connect clients with housing and healthcare, and maintain thorough documentation while traveling to meet clients in various settings.