Position:

Substance Abuse Case Manager Position Information:

Full-Time Salary Organizational Summary:

Soldier On is a private non-profit organization providing services for veterans that are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Soldier On operates multiple transitional and permanent housing residencies in Massachusetts, providing housing for nearly 500 veterans per night. In addition, Soldier On has been the recipient of SSVF grants since September 2011. The SSVF program is a grant funded by the VA awarded to private non-profit organizations and consumer cooperatives. These grants provide case management services, outreach services, and temporary financial assistance for veterans that are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. These grants currently serve 50 counties in Upstate New York, 9 counties in New Jersey, 23 counties in Western Pennsylvania, and 4 counties in Western Massachusetts.

Position Summary:

Position is responsible for the coordination and implementation of services to veteran and/or veteran's household, with goal of services being long-term independent housing stability. Focus on services is substance abuse and recovery services. Veteran may be residing in Soldier On managed transitional or permanent housing or may be homeless/at-risk of homelessness within the community. The majority of job activities are performed within shelters, social service agencies, veteran's apartments, and other locations deemed appropriate. A company vehicle is provided. The position reports to the Field Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Relevant education and/or experience in human services or related field.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to drive up to 6 hours per day if necessary.
• Ability to be supportive and respectful to all veterans served.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings with culturally diverse families.
• Ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Capability to work both independently and as part of team.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong level of understanding and comfort with various forms of technology.

CADC/LADC

required

Responsibilities:

• Determine and assess eligibility requirements.
• Conduct intake assessments.
• Assess functional and social needs of veterans to develop a housing stabilization plan.
• Develop and maintain relationships with housing and community service providers.
• Determine and access appropriate Veterans Administration, community, state, and federal benefits and resources.
• Provide case management and follow up services in response to veterans needs on an ongoing basis.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Provide support services in crisis situations appropriately and quickly.
• Assist veterans in obtaining and maintaining permanent housing.
• Conduct interviews assess the Veteran's substance abuse problem and the need for treatment and/or referral services.
• Provide individual and group counseling
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and recovery plans, develop appropriate discharge plans, consult with community treatment programs and recovery facilities to determine appropriate placements to ensure continuity of care.
• Write reports and summaries to document findings, recommendations, and progress according to Soldier On procedures and policies.
• Organize meetings, activities and workshops with representatives from AA, NA, and other treatment programs to facilitate the recovery of Residents and provide information on programs and services of Soldier On.
• Adhere to agency policy, procedures, and professional code of ethics.
• And other duties assigned by supervisor.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

On the road