Housing Case Manager - SPA 8 JR 4955

JR 4955
Housing Case Manager SPA 8
Long Beach CA
Salary: $23.24 to $28.28 per hour
Pay Frequency:24 Pay Periods Per Year
Full Time
NonExempt
Driving Required
Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.

PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Housing Navigation team as the Housing Case Manager at the Long Beach office.

ABOUT PATH
Since its foundation in 1984 PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention street outreach employment preparation and placement assistance individualized case management supportive services interim housing and permanent supportive housing.

ABOUT THE JOB
As part of the Housing Navigation team the Case Managers main function is to assist clients in breaking the cycle of homelessness by utilizing a whatever it takes approach. Position Responsibilities include:

• Conducts intake and individualized needs assessment for all participants and collaborates to
  develop Individualized Service Plan (ISP) that addresses housing goals maintaining/increasing
  income and other personal goals identified by the participant including medical mental health
  substance use financial resources vocational and social support needs
• Provides referrals linkages information and support to resources that help participants to
  achieve their ISP goals
• Completes program specific assessments (e.g. VISPDAT)
• Evaluates strengths and challenges to addressing short term and longterm goals conducts a 90
  day review with the participant after initial intake
• Maintains documentation standards as required by the Program and PATH policies including
  completing case file notes in a timely manner andmaintains a complete accurate and current
  participant file with all required documents

WHAT YOU BRING
Were looking for candidates with:

• Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data identifying trends patterns and insights to inform decisionmaking. Ability to consistently produce highquality work ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues participants and stakeholders. Work effectively with others contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
• Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs engages and maintains their attention.
• Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations identify key issues consider alternatives and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
• Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards demonstrating honesty integrity and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two 2 years of experience in healthcare case management homeless services or working with
  vulnerable populations or a related field

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• All levels of education and experience are welcome

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
Regardless of qualifications candidates must:

• Have employment eligibility verification
• Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
• Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
  • Tuberculosis Test
  • Background Screening
  • Drug Test

DRIVING
Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role all candidates must:

• Have reliable transportation
• A valid drivers license
• Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
• The ability to qualify for PATHs insurance coverage

Required Experience:

Manager