A Family, School, or General Case Manager coordinates the delivery of a range of social and health services to individuals and families. Assess client needs and work with agencies and institutions ensure clients get the help they need. Monitor client and work with other service providers as necessary to address client needs. Provide limited counseling to client and their family.
Company Overview The Jackson Housing Authority is dedicated to providing affordable housing solutions for low to moderate-income individuals and families.
Will develop, implement, and coordinate Family Self Sufficiency programs for use by public housing residents. Will network with community agencies to provide job training, education, counseling and related support services, develop job opportunities, and will assist with grant writing. Assesses and documents resident employment/training needs and interests. Conducts life planning skills training classes, refers participants to appropriate resources for job training, education, support services and homebuyer training. Provides case management services to participants. Maintains all related records, prepares reports, and attends meetings as required. Prepares required HUD reports and performs typing and clerical functions. Participates on special boards or advisory councils and assists with special community projects as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Behavioral Sciences (Social Work, Psychology, Education Psychology, Sociology, or related field) with three years experience in the delivery of services in a social service agency; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Background experience in real estate and mortgage industry a plus. Must possess a valid Tennessee Driver's License. If selected, must pass a post-offer physical examination that includes drug screening by our designated physician. Must be a resident of Madison County within six months of employment.
DESIRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of DHS Welfare to Work Programs, community resources, an understanding of individual and group behavior, and the ability to establish meaningful relationships with clients on an individual and group basis. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of families within our community, we invite you to apply today and join us in our mission!
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.56 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have background experience in real estate and mortgage industry?
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Social Work:
3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Jackson, TN 38301 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Jackson, TN 38301: Relocate before starting work (Required)
