Case Manager - Permanent Housing
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Description: SafeHaven is presently looking of Case Manager - Permanent Housing right now, this position will be designated in Texas. More complete informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. SUMMARY
Provides comprehensive case management, needs assessment, legal advocacy, and victim assistance to individuals and families with disabilities and/or disabling con! ditions in the permanent housing program.
Major Responsibilities:
Assists clients with the application and process for securing housing units
Establishes and maintains communication with property managers and landlords
Obtains relevant social history, performs needs and safety assessment for clients as they enter the housing program. Prepares service plan, assists in completion of personalized safety plan
Provides ongoing case management and budgeting assistance to clients during home and office visits, providing referrals and advocacy as needed
Collaborates with social service programs for the purpose of providing services to clients based on specific needs
Networks with other service providers and justice officials to facilitate client services and community response
Accompanies clients to meetings with law enforcement agencies, lawyers' offices, medical providers or other social service programs as! needed. Accompanies clients or arranges for accompaniment to ! court hearings
Provides current information on community resources to other staff
Assists supervisor in training staff and volunteers as needed
Documents case management activity and other client contacts in client files and client database in a timely manner
Must be able to work flexible hours to meet the needs of working clients
Conducts client support and education groups as needed
Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Social Work or related field required. Knowledge of crisis intervention, case management, social work theory and ethics. Experience in and knowledge of family violence theory preferred.
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This position starts available on: Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:30:05 GMT
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