Housing Case Manager

Title: Housing Case Manager Salary Range: $38,000 - $46,000 per yearProgram: Multiple opportunities are available in the Bronx, Brooklyn and Manhattan in our Housing Programs * Bedford Greenhouse I and II (Bronx) * The Villa (Bronx) * Parole Support and Treatment Program (Scattered Sites) * In-Homes Now & PRI Transitions (Scattered Sites) * Geffner House (Mid-town Manhattan) * Renewal House (Bronx) * Fletcher Residence (Bronx) * Clinton Residence (Mid-town Manhattan) * Leona Blanche House (Bronx) * St. Nicholas House (Upper Manhattan)Essential Duties and Responsibilities:The essential duties of the Housing Case Manager include but are not limited to the following activities: * Provides intake, psychosocial and substance abuse assessments to and develop an appropriate treatment plan for each client in the assigned caseload. * Provides case management services to assist in the creation of and adherence to individual Service Plans, identifying short-term and long-term goals and objectives to be achieved. * Conducts home visits, coordinates medical, psychiatric and substance abuse services * Monitors medication compliance as necessary * Maintains written information or case notes regarding all contact and intervention with the clients in AWARDS/CARES system * Conducts individual and group supportive counseling sessions * Organizes and educates tenants through groups and other activities presenting issues of interest to the clients such as money management, employment opportunities, etc. * Links clients to community services * Participates in weekly clinical meetings to discuss high risk clients; updates spreadsheets related to clients progress * Performs other duties as assigned by supervisory staff.Qualifications: * Bachelors Degree in Social Work or related field of experience required * 1-2 years of experience working with homeless mentally ill adults or other special needs population preferred * Excellent oral, writing and listening skills * Proficiency in computer required. * Bilingual or multilingual a plus