Homeless Shelter Case Manager Assistant

Case Manager Assistant Association of Religious Communities, Inc. ("ARC"): ARC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission "to alleviate the causes of violence, suffering and hate while advancing peace, justice and human dignity." ARC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a workplace without discrimination of any kind.

Case Manager Assistant:

The Case Manager Assistant is a source of support and guidance for people transitioning from a homeless shelter to permanent housing. Case Managers and assistants are trained and supervised to help clients find and sustain affordable housing. They advance client-centered goal planning, and coordinate access to appropriate resources to sustain long-term housing stability. Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Assisting the Case Manager for all client related duties Housing Search Assistance to support voucher holders locate and secure housing Housing Case Management to assist households with multiple barriers to housing Helping clients access and maintain safe, decent, and affordable housing in order to increase self-sufficiency Supporting a successful transition to permanent housing by maximizing available resources and supports Improving a client's capacity to remain housed during program participation and beyond by effectively connecting them with crucial community supports and helping them to attain greater economic stability Working with each client to develop and/or strengthen their goal plan and objectives Keeping records in state database (HMIS) Documenting all client interaction in hard copy client files Maintaining contact with clients appropriate to their pre/post housing needs in person and remotely Ensuring client interactions are person-centered, goal-focused and reflect each client's goal plan Exercising patience, understanding, and concern for each client's well-being, safety, development, and enjoyment of life. Coordinating access to services benefitting client goals and supporting clients in navigating the process Participating in meetings with Management, Staff, and other specified meetings/trainings, as required Providing occasional transportation for clients when necessary Ensuring compliance with agency and grant requirements Performing annual lease renewal and inspections for each client and accurately updating files Utilizing signed release to communicate effectively in verbal and written forms with clients, their families, significant others, coworkers, supervisors, and/or other agencies Operating proficiently a personal computer, cell phone, fax machine, printer, scanner and copier Reporting to Program Manager and Executive Director on a frequent basis Additional Responsibilities Assist Executive Director as needed Exercise respect for all co-workers and clients Assist in fundraising events to benefit agency and programs Assist in Comida Food Pantry distribution

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Have you ever been arrested for anything involving violence or narcotics?

Education:

Master's (Preferred)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person