Case Manager (Domestic Violence Shelter)

SARC has been providing hope and resources to victims of Domestic Violence, sexual violence, and stalking in Harford County for over 40 years. We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Case Manager. This position provides case management and crisis intervention. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or related field. The position requires case management experience. This is a full-time position: Monday-Friday 12noon to 8pm.

Generous health insurance plan with Health Savings Account offering $1,300 toward $1,600 deductible. Sick and Safe Leave/Vacation/Paid Holidays.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to political or religious opinion or affiliation, race, creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or physical or mental disability.

Essential Duties:

• Assist clients with obtaining and coordinate services including, but not limited to: safe housing, public benefits, emergency financial assistance, health care, substance abuse services, educational services, mental health, legal advocacy and representation, and other needed services.
• Conduct needs assessment for each client and provide the following as appropriate: crisis intervention, safety planning, advocacy, referrals, and follow-up.
• Assist with covering the 24 hr helpline on both scheduled shifts and on an as-need basis.
• Assist clients in completing applications, filing claims for compensation, and applying for and advocating for benefits available.
• Maintains all client records to ensure information is accurate and entered into ETO database.
• Completes shelter screenings to determine if candidate meets program requirements;
• Participate in rotating schedule which requires 24-hour on-call response/coverage for the program to guide staff in good decision making and problem solving. Directs staff in response to emergency situations.
• Secures supplementary information such as employment, medical records, or school reports.
• Provide basic crisis intervention with Residential clients.
• Assist with transportation of clients and pick-up of community donations.
• Complete monthly maintenance checks to ensure building safety.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides consultation and direction during on-call coverage of Safehouse.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or two years in related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Be willing and able to attend ongoing Trauma Informed Care trainings and webinars to stay current with up to date trends in intervention.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person