PSH Case Manager-SIF- New Haven
PSH Case Manager-SIF- New Haven
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Job Description
Columbus House Inc.
Job Posting: Full Time 32 Hours FLSA NonExempt NonEssential
Social Innovations Fund (SIF) Case Manager
VEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans Requested
Columbus House opened its doors in 1982 to provide services for men and women at least 18 years of age. Our goals quickly broadened from the mere provisionof food and shelter and simple survival to understanding and working toward overcoming the problems which cause people to become homeless.
Columbus House along with its core of loyal supporters friends and volunteers has remained committed to fulfilling its mission:To serve people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing lifesaving outreach shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities.
Purpose
To provide housing case management to SIF assisted clients seeking housing and services in the New Haven region. This position will primarily support clients in the housing application process housing search and independent living with the ultimate goal of selfsufficiency and housing stabilization.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist and monitor SIF clients from entry into the program until successfully discharged in collaboration with other community providers.
- Outreach and engage clients as necessary; provide case management services.
- Apply for state housing assistance (SIF/ RAP) and assist with securing affordable housing ongoing checkin with clients to meet their housing needs.
- Assist with maintaining or creating connections with mental health substance abuse and other health care providers.
- Maintain client records in a manner consistent with projects and agency standards including both paper and electronic records.
- Interact with landlords on behalf of clients as needed.
- Manage a client case load of approximately 20 individuals at any point in time.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Individual must be able to work both independently and within a team setting.Experience in case management supportive housing or a related field required.
- Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws; sound judgment and decision making; and Solid math skills required.
- A strong candidate is highly organized and attentive to detail and is motivated to complete tasks and see consumers succeed.
- Bachelors degree required excellent writing skills must have a valid Drivers License with an acceptable driving record; computer literate; must be able and willing to accept direction and guidance from supervisors.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Supervision: Scattered Sites Permanent Supportive Housing Manager
Salary Range:$25.50 to $27.50 per hour plus excellent benefits
Schedule:Monday Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Benefits
- Medical dental and vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with fulltime employment
- 401 K retirement plan with employer matching contribution
- Paid time off
- 10paid holidays
Please send your resume and a cover letter to Human Resources Generalist Columbus House Inc. 586 Ella Grasso Boulevard P.O. Box 7093 New Haven CT. 06519 or fax toor email to or apply at www.columbushouse
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Encouraged to Apply
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
