Case Manager - Mott Haven South Bronx

Company: HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC
Location: Bronx
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Homes for the Homeless, Inc. (HFH) is seeking Case Managers to assist families with children residing in our shelters in setting goals, tracking progress, and connecting to services. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, sensitivity for issues surrounding poverty, and good written and verbal skills. Maintains and updates case files to document progress and facilitates information sharing with other staff members. Openings are available in the North and South, Bronx and Jamaica, Queens.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains and updates digital and physical records of all families as required by governing agencies Collaborate with clients to develop service plans based on an assessment of each family's needsAssisting families with referrals to outside agencies for employment, education, parenting, legal, medical, and mental health servicesMaintains and updates case files bi-weekly to document progress Assisting families in moving to permanent housingEnsuring that clients maintain an open public assistance caseAdhere to all city and state guidelines for maintaining documentsConducts unit inspections QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's or Associate's DegreeA desire to work with families in need Familiarity with case management, entitlement systems, and a knowledge of issues that impact families is a plusKnowledge of Outlook, Word, and ExcelBilingual in Spanish or other language is a plusABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC. Homes for the Homeless, Inc. (HFH) is a non-profit social services organization operating family shelters throughout NYC that serve as a hub of opportunity for families both residing in shelter as well as those in the neighboring community. On-site programs range from childcare, early childhood education centers, afterschool clubs and programs, and youth recreation activities, such as sports teams, to housing assistance, case management, parenting workshops, career and job vocational training, support groups and substance abuse assistance, and family engagement and recreation events for the whole family. COMPENSATION/EEO:In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employer-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, and ample personal and sick leave. Homes for the Homeless is committed to promoting an inclusive organizational environment of dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) committed to equal treatment, and prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on age, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, arrest or conviction, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable federal, state, or local law.

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