Housing Resource Case Manager

Job Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Build relationships with clients and potential clients. Meet with individuals and families in the community, shelter, or in their home. It is expected that time will be spent in direct client interaction.

2. Ensure that services connected are person-centered and delivered in a manner that is culturally sensitive and culturally appropriate following a holistic and person-centered delivery method.

3. Coordinate with other services that the person may receive such as waiver services, Adult Rehabilitative Mental Health Services (ARMHS), chemical health services, etc.

4. Identify and assist with resolving barriers to accessing housing.

5. Support and assist the person in applying for all benefits (county, state, tribal and federal) that will help them afford their housing.

6. Researching and contacting prospective landlords for availability and information. Help the person to understand and negotiate a lease. Ensure the living arrangement is safe and ready for move-in if required by housing subsidy program.

7. Identify resources to cover moving expenses and to access household goods.

8. Support client to maintain housing through prevention and early identification of behaviors that may jeopardize their continued housing.

9. Assist with the housing recertification process both for rental assistance and with negotiating the continuation of a lease.

10. Support the client to understand and maintain income and benefits necessary to retain housing.

11. Support and coach the client in the building of a support system to access, services, and resources within the Reservation and in the surrounding communities.

12. Maintain billing and documentation in accordance with Department of Human Services guidelines and submit billing according to procedures established by department: weekly progress/encounter notes, billing encounters, monthly progress reports, and file reviews in health records (either paper or electronic).

13. Input data into electronic reporting systems such as the Homeless Manager Information System (HMIS), and MHIS, and others, in a timely manner for reporting and funding purposes as assigned.

14. Participate and assist in the tasks associated with client care including evaluation of client safety and appropriate interventions related to their functioning and safety.

15. Act as an advocate for clients as needed.

16. Provide crisis assistance as needed, which may include after-hours.

17. Attend training and conferences to comply with all continuing education requirements and further enhance technical and programmatic knowledge.

18. Abide by and comply with the rules of confidentiality, Data Privacy Act, mandatory reporting laws, HIPPA requirements, and organizational policies and procedures.

19. As an employee of the Bois Forte Reservation, will follow the Bois Forte Procurement Policy and any other applicable procurement requirements when obtaining goods and/or services for the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa.

20. Represents Bois Forte in a positive and professional manner.

21. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required

I GRADE

• High School Diploma or GED.

II GRADE

• AA Degree preferably in Social Work, Psychology, or Social Services related field.

III GRADE

• Four-year BA or BS Degree preferably in Social Work, Psychology, or Social Services related field.

Minimum Experience Required

I GRADE

• Four years’ lived experience utilizing services.

II GRADE

• Two years of experience in social work or related field.

III Grade

• More than two years of experience in social work or related field.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$18.03 - $22.76 / Hourly

Postal Code

55804

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

84181

Job Benefits

Single Medical & Dental - Free ● Annual Leave ● Sick Leave ● 401k match ● 15 paid holidays ● Flex Plan ● Life Insurance ● LTD ● Voluntary Benefits available by payroll deduction