Case Manager

A nonprofit organization in New York City is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate professional to join one of their growing HomeBase Program in Brooklyn as a Case Manager.
About the Opportunity:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Hours: 9am to 5pm
• Setting: HomeBase Site

• Conduct initial intake and assessment of clients' needs and periodic re-assessments
• Prepare initial psychosocial evaluation and update according to regulations
• Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.)
• Conduct periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term client goals
• Provide support, training, and coordination with the other Social Services staff
• Recommend and implement strategies to persuade clients to participate fully in the process in order to transition into permanent housing
• Monitor clients' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled face-to-face contacts/sessions
• Escort clients to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.)
• Assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements and may process applications on clients' behalf
• Follow-up with clients for a period after successful completion of their primary goals to assure client stability
• Perform other duties, as needed

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• First Aid / CPR certification

• Bilingual
• Certification in Overdose Prevention
• Previous experience in a Homeless Prevention setting