Case Manager, Supported Housing

Case Manager, Supported Housing

About the Organization Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced opportunities through the provision of housing and support services. We are one of the largest housing agencies of this kind in New York State, currently serving approximately 1,300 individuals and families in over 240 locations. Concern offers a variety of housing options with individualized support services designed to support personal growth and independence. Our workplace culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding innovative ideas. Diversity at our agency means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talent and strengths.

Position Case Manager, Supported Housing

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Medford, NY

Salary

Days/Hours

Description

Concern Housing is seeking a Case Manager to be responsible for providing case management service directly to clients. The case manager is considered a resource in that they should be familiar with community resources and service to which they may help their clients gain access. The case manager is also an advocate for their clients.

Days/Hours: Monday - Friday; 9am - 5pm

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Provide case management services (service planning, medication monitoring, assistance in forming linkages and/or referrals to clinical services, day programs, vocational services and opportunities, community integration, entitlements etc.)

• Provide individual counseling and support services; responsible for all documentation.

• Housing services including assistance with maintenance issues.

• Provide site visits as needed and directed by Supervisor.

• Perform monthly fire safety inspections.

• Participate in resolution of landlord and lease issues, lease negotiations, monthly billing (non-payment).

• Attendance at weekly supervision and staff meetings.

• Crisis intervention including 24/7-cell phone coverage.

• Remain current with all Agency required compliance documents and trainings.

Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Rehabilitation, Social Work or other related mental health discipline, plus 2 years experience working in a similar setting and/or working with people with mental illnesses. The individual in this position must have good verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to make sound judgments regarding client care.

Concern Housing offers a generous benefit package which includes; Medical Insurance (Agency pays 80% of the premium), Affordable Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Agency Sponsored Retirement Plan, Employee Sponsored 403(b) Retirement Plan, Agency Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage and an Excellent Paid Time Off Package. Concern encourages employee growth, offering Educational Assistance and Scholarship Programs, Licensure Reimbursement and Possible Internship/Clinical Supervision. Referral Bonuses are also available!

Salary- $55,000

Position Requirements

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.