Case Manager, Connect to Care, NYP
$51,438,400–$51,438,400 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States
Job Summary
Conduct psychosocial evaluations, benefits assistance, and assessments to support clients experiencing homelessness, including those with mental illness or substance use disorders, in their transition to permanent housing. Meet weekly with clients to assess needs, encourage harm reduction, and develop service plans while obtaining identification and income sources. Connect clients to psychiatric and medical treatment facilities, intervene in crisis situations, and escort clients to appointments. Prepare documentation for housing applications and maintain records in compliance with City, State, and agency standards. Upon training, assist with self-administration of medication. This 35-hour role reports to the Social Services Supervisor and offers a rate of $24.73 hourly.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Desired Qualifications
- Two years of experience working with homeless adults and substance abuse issues preferred
- Experience with harm reduction and motivational interviewing techniques strongly preferred
- Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA driver's license with a good driving record, as defined by Breaking Ground is preferred
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn new programs
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred
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