Job Description:

Position Summary

Case Managers for the Housing and Disability Advocacy Program (HDAP) provide trauma informed community outreach and client engagement, housing placement, supportive services, including case management and a continuum of service to chronically homeless individuals. One of the major goals of HDAP is to file for federal social security disability benefits through an established process with DSS and other agencies, including application follow-up and resubmission of required documents. The case manager is expected to supervise the general health, safety, and social rehabilitation of clients. They also perform moderate facility maintenance, function as positive role models, promote cooperation and harmony in communal living, and uphold and promote the program philosophy in all duties performed. Case managers also assist with HDAP’s outreach efforts, manage client entries and exits in HMIS and assist with housing navigation into permanent supportive housing once a client’s case has been fully decided by the Social Security Administration.

Hours/ Salary

Anticipated Hiring Range $20.00- $24.00 depending on education and experience.

Position Range: $20.00-24.00

Includes a generous individual benefits package

Full time, 40 hours per week

Experience and Skills:

Minimum Requirements

BA/BS AND 6 months of full-time equivalent experience with target population, OR AA/AS or CADAC/CPRP certification AND 2 years of full-time equivalent experience with target population, OR 4 years of full-time equivalent experience with target population. Experience with homeless outreach, HMIS and housing navigation strongly preferred. Experience with homeless services and/or disability benefit advocacy preferred. Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative work style and oral/written communication skills. Well defined organizational and time management skills. Ability to work independently and flexibly. Ability to handle intense situations, display good judgment and decision-making skills, and remain calm and clearheaded under pressure. Able to deal effectively with a variety of people and personality types regardless of age, ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or socio-economic level. Must be responsible and reliable and possess problem solving and conflict resolution skills. Must use reasonable precaution in the performance of one’s duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices while acting in such a manner as to assure at all times, maximum safety to one’s self, fellow employees, clients, and other persons contacted through TMHA business. Conditions of employment include: Ability to possess and maintain good physical and mental health. Must be at least 18 years of age, possess a valid CA Driver’s License, at least 2 years driving experience, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle and auto insurance. Attendance is an essential function of this job that requires face-to-face interaction with clients and/or other employees. Must comply with a TB assessment (possibly a TB test if needed to confirm a negative tuberculosis result) and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting.

Benefits

MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, LIFE, 403b RETIREMENT, PAID VACATION/HOLIDAY TIME, PAID SICK TIME