Case Manager - Temporary
Church World Service · Wilmington, NC · 1 wk ago
Customer ServiceTemporary
Responsibilities
- Provide in-depth case management services to refugees, SIV holders, and other ORR-eligible newcomers.
- Collaborate with other program team to ensure coordinated and seamless service delivery.
- Work with clients to develop individualized, achievable service plans and support them in navigating resources and programs to address barriers to resettlement and self-sufficiency.
- Advocate on behalf of clients with local service providers and community agencies to strengthen referral systems and ensure equitable access to services.
- Build and maintain relationships with health and mental health providers to expand access and improve culturally responsive care for clients.
- Provide technical assistance and cultural competency trainings to service providers to enhance their capacity to serve populations.
- Explore and develop tailored programming and innovative opportunities to support families facing unique challenges in their resettlement journey.
- Conduct regular assessments and monitor client progress to ensure goals are met, resources are utilized effectively, and service plans are updated as needed.
- Organize workshops and group sessions for clients to promote stability, health, and wellness, with topics such as literacy, stress management, self-care, women’s health, and family well-being.
- Ensure accurate and timely case file documentation and data entry in accordance with program and compliance requirements.
- Travel regularly within the service delivery area for home visits, agency meetings, and provider coordination.
- Actively participate in team meetings, training, and staff development activities to strengthen program delivery.
Qualifications
- Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of relative work experience.
- 3-4 years’ experience working with refugees or immigrants, and previous case management experience.
- Strongly preferred that candidates are bilingual in English and a refugee language.
- The successful candidate must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word and Excel) and internet applications.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills are required.
- Excellent communication skills are essential, including an ability to communicate in a trauma-informed, positive, caring, and professional manner, demonstrating respect and empathy.
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required.