Senior Housing Case Manager & Team Lead

Fortune Society Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fortune Society, a leading reentry and housing services organization in New York, seeks a Senior Case Manager for the Housing unit (MOC-J Emergency Transitional Housing). You will supervise case managers, conduct screenings for justice-involved individuals, and facilitate placement into transitional and permanent housing in Brooklyn.

Responsibilities include on-call support, crisis intervention, creating individualized treatment plans, and coordinating with internal departments to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; two years of experience in a similar setting with HIV/AIDS, substance use and/or criminal justice issues.
• Two years of supervisory experience in a residential setting.
• MSW with one year supervisory experience acceptable.
• Strong follow-up, organizational and leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and writing skills; proficient in MS Word.

Responsibilities

• 24hr on-call availability for emergencies and support.
• Review intake interviews and needs assessments; determine eligibility for transitional housing.
• Create individualized treatment plans and document all client services.
• Perform crisis intervention when needed; collaborate with Fortune Society departments.
• Supervise case management staff and maintain a small caseload if necessary.
• Assist clients in obtaining necessary documentation for benefits; submit applications when applicable.
• Enter all client services into agency and funder databases; prepare reports on intake and discharge activities.

Skills

Case management

Supervision

Leadership

Communication

On-call availability

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Master's in social work (MSW)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Fortune Society, a leading reentry and housing services organization in New York, seeks a Senior Case Manager for the Housing unit (MOC-J Emergency Transitional Housing). You will supervise case managers, conduct screenings for justice-involved individuals, and facilitate placement into transitional and permanent housing in Brooklyn.

Responsibilities include on-call support, crisis intervention, creating individualized treatment plans, and coordinating with internal departments to ensure