Case Manager-Mesa Terrace

POSITION: Case Manager, Transitional Aged Youth
PROGRAM/LOCATION: San Jose, Mesa Terrace
SUPERVISOR: Program Manager
JOB TYPE: Full Time, Non-Exempt
COMPENSATION: $29.77

PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Mesa Terrace is an apartment complex in the Almaden area of San Jose. HomeFirst is the on-site case management service provider for 23 units that have been set aside for Transitional Aged Youth (ages 18-25) who have exited the foster care system and need housing. The goal of HomeFirst’s case management services is to provide access to resources and support for individuals who are at-risk of becoming homeless, or who are facing homelessness. The case management services will empower individuals to better-manage their daily lives, while promoting self-sufficiency in order to maintain their housing. The program will offer comprehensive supportive services to assist individuals with life skills, and to link individuals to a network of community resources including, but not limited to, psychiatric services, medical services, employment resources, housing resources, and income resources.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Direct Services (70%)

• Maintain a caseload providing case management and other direct service to all individuals

• Provide community-based case management services to individuals

• Work with other team members as applicable to communicate interventions with the client and to link them to additional services

• Collaborate with community partners regarding support services for clients

• Participate in property management meetings to collaborate with property management on client issues and needs

• Utilize supervision appropriately, maintaining open lines of communication and providing updates on individuals

• Properly report any suspected cases of abuse

• Conduct intakes for individuals, including administering the Service Prioritization and Decision Assessment Tool (SPDAT)

• Work with individuals to develop and implement an individual case management action plan, and provide support to help them achieve their goals

• Assist in facilitation life skills workshops to individuals

• Meet regularly with program participants at a frequency determined by the clients’ needs

• Provide appropriate referrals to other community services

• Assist clients with transportation needs to critical appointments, using company vehicle

Documentation (20%)

• Maintain thorough, accurate records of case management activities with every program participant in HMIS as required by grant contracts and internal compliance

• Document all case management activity and progress notes in HMIS within 3 business days, and maintain all other case file paperwork and documentation

• Complete and submit incident reports and behavior contracts, as needed

• Conduct ongoing re-assessment of client needs and document in HMIS

General (10%)

• Attend all meetings and trainings relevant to this position

• Assist with other duties assigned

• Know and implement agency and program policies and procedures

• Maintain professional relations and conduct

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human services field, preferred but not required

• Bachelor's degree may be substituted by 2 years of case management experience

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Interest in developing relationships with community partners and outside agencies

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and be flexible with priorities

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain priorities and meet established deadlines

• Exceptional organizational skills

• Strong sense of accountability

• Ability to present oneself and the agency professionally to internal and external audiences

• Ability to work as a member of a team and can set and meet individual goals

• Ability to work with people of diverse socio-economic backgrounds

• Understanding of and sensitivity to the needs of Transitional Aged Youth, the homeless population, or formerly homeless population

• Enjoy providing hands-on instruction in basic living and financial skills

Other

• Valid CA driver license and auto insurance

• Reliable personal vehicle

• Able to lift up to 25 lbs. on occasion

ABOUT THE AGENCY:
Established in 1980, with 40+ years of experience, we are the premier Silicon Valley provider of homelessness services. We believe that everyone has the potential to get housed and stay housed. We relentlessly focus on eliminating barriers to housing and creating stability for everyone we serve. HomeFirst Services serves more than 6,000 adults, veterans, families, and young adults each year at multiple locations from Gilroy to Menlo Park all of Santa Clara County as well as southern San Mateo County.

HomeFirst is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Additionally, HomeFirst participates in the E-Verify program, as required by law.

HomeFirst is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let your recruiter know.

HomeFirst takes pride in its safety values, the wellness of our team, and respect for everyone we serve. Due to this commitment, HomeFirst mandates that all employees be vaccinated or render a religious or medical exemption effective September 13, 2021.