Refugee Housing Case Manager

Kinsley Power Systems; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

CP Unlimited Inc. is seeking a Case Manager to provide housing and social services to refugee and immigrant families residing in New York City shelters.

The role includes completing culturally sensitive assessments to identify strengths, barriers, and service needs, and locating housing resources in the community. Under the Program Manager's guidance, you will carry a caseload, coordinate with city and state agencies, and assist clients in securing affordable housing and related subsidies while

Qualifications

• Associate degree or relevant social services experience with vulnerable populations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and problem-solve.
• Strong organizational skills.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with refugees/migrant families/supportive housing/shelter.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Case Manager will carry caseloads of 20 individuals or families and will be culturally sensitive.
• Interact with new applicants and various city and state agencies.
• Request client applications from referral source for vacancies and coordinate interviews of applicants.
• Assist participants in locating and securing housing of their choice.
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Must be flexible and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with all staff levels and management orally and written communication.
• Review and collect approved applicant eligibility documentation.
• Helping individuals and families in need of affordable housing.
• Helping to locate and secure rental housing.
• Providing information on government housing programs and subsidies.
• Determining eligibility for housing opportunities, coordinating with non-profit organizations, and negotiating housing terms.
• Facilitating housing programs and services, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with regulations
• Assist clients with subsidy application preparation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Job description

CP Unlimited Inc. is seeking a Case Manager to provide housing and social services to refugee and immigrant families residing in New York City shelters.

The role includes completing culturally sensitive assessments to identify strengths, barriers, and service needs, and locating housing resources in the community. Under the Program Manager's guidance, you will carry a caseload, coordinate with city and state agencies, and assist clients in securing affordable housing and related subsidies while