Case Manager, Bushwick Homebase (54397)

Responsibilities

• Coordinates services and activities to provide program participants with necessary tools to sustain their housing and prevent homelessness
• Works with the client, household members, supervisors and supplementary staff to execute the service plan
• Establishes goals and actions which address the immediate housing crisis and the underlying causes of the crises
• Monitors and evaluates program participants progress on the implementation of their service plan
• Conferences client cases with the Supervisor and Program Director and determines the necessity of financial subsidies
• Prepares all necessary documentation to prepare in-house subsidy applications on behalf of the client
• Provides referrals for clients to access community supports, public benefits and entitlements
• Engages in the arrangement, coordination, monitoring and delivery of services to Homebase program participants
• Ensures that program participants rights are protected
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisors or Program Director

Requirements

• Associate degree required plus three years of experience; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Bilingual Spanish/English required
• Experience in customer or client services required
• Ability to problem solve and work with a high level of autonomy required

Skills

• Experience working in non-profit organizations and commitment to social justice
• Excellent communication skills and ability to advocate
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team
• Entrepreneurial spirit, ability to problem solve and build relationship

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• FSA after 60 days
• Commuter Benefits after 30 days
• 403B eligible after 30 days
• 13 Agency Holidays off
• 15 Vacation Days year 1