Rapid Re-Housing Case Manager
Our client is seeking a Rapid Re-Housing Case Manager responsible for securing and placing survivors in transitional housing through partnership development with specific cooperating landlords, as well as creating subsidized rental housing. The Case Manager acts as the point person to coordinate intake assessments, service plan creation, and in-house deliveries of employment skills training, education, economic assistance, in-person therapeutic counseling, children's services, and legal system advocacy, as well as making referrals for other services. Reporting to the Associate Director of Housing, the Case Manager will work closely with staff, community leaders, and centers of influence. This position requires travel within Lake County only.
Responsibilities:
Develop partnerships with cooperating landlords and create subsidized rental housing. Educate landlords about specific policies that MUST BE FOLLOWED to keep families safe. Manage the related application process, any required updates (i.e., income, household size), and recertifications to help clients maintain stable housing. Perform outreach to community-based organizations, housing resources, and landlord associations to identify new and existing housing opportunities and build strong relationships to better assist clients in accessing and transitioning into offsite housing. Coordinate intake assessments and eligibility evaluations to determine clients' needs and appropriateness for services. Implement prescribed client assessment tools and comply with reporting requirements, including ICJIA prescribed evaluation. Ensure documentation in client records is appropriate, accurate, timely, and in accordance with the agency's policies and funding requirements. Attend the Authority-coordinated semi-annual meetings. Work closely with staff to refer additional support services within and outside. Support other staff/programs as needed. Collaborate with the organizations that refer clients or provide services for the organization's clients. Recruit and develop relationships with community and corporate partners, including providing training. Attend and participate in staff meetings. Work as a team player in the organization. Conduct, attend, and participate in appropriate training and education as requested. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum - Bachelor's in Social Work, Counseling, Education, or closely related field. Bilingual Preferred. Ability to motivate clients into action, engage tenants in training and education, and support tenant progress toward achievement of their service plan and personal independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proven ability to complete record documentation, develop group materials, express information clearly and concisely, and participate in training and education for tenants. Travel within Lake County with mileage reimbursement. Excellent interpersonal skills that demonstrate genuine concern and respect toward clients and other staff. Able to work independently and as part of the team and exercise mature judgment. Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to coordinate multiple projects/tasks. Must have knowledge of maintaining and executing confidential information. Ability to provide active listening, encouragement, and support to tenants. Ability to accept, understand, and relate sensitively to people of varied socio-economic, racial, cultural, and experiential backgrounds. A commitment to the philosophy and program, which includes a commitment to survivors' and children's issues, sharing a belief in helping to create a society free from violence, and working in a cooperative environment. Our client, located in Round Lake Beach, IL, is committed to providing support and resources to survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and stalking. Join us in our mission to create a society free from violence and contribute to a cooperative work environment dedicated to helping survivors rebuild their lives.If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply for this position by submitting your resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer with the goal of recruiting a diverse workforce to meet the hiring needs of our clients. Recommended Skills Active Listening Assessments Communication Confidentiality Economy Hardworking And Dedicated Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply Now $('.external-apply-email-saved').on('click', function (event) window.ExternalApply = window.open('/interstitial?jobdid=j3v1x0738b3qz6w3h8f', 'ExternalApply-j3v1x0738b3qz6w3h8f'); ); $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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n Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsibilities:
Develop partnerships with cooperating landlords and create subsidized rental housing. Educate landlords about specific policies that MUST BE FOLLOWED to keep families safe. Manage the related application process, any required updates (i.e., income, household size), and recertifications to help clients maintain stable housing. Perform outreach to community-based organizations, housing resources, and landlord associations to identify new and existing housing opportunities and build strong relationships to better assist clients in accessing and transitioning into offsite housing. Coordinate intake assessments and eligibility evaluations to determine clients' needs and appropriateness for services. Implement prescribed client assessment tools and comply with reporting requirements, including ICJIA prescribed evaluation. Ensure documentation in client records is appropriate, accurate, timely, and in accordance with the agency's policies and funding requirements. Attend the Authority-coordinated semi-annual meetings. Work closely with staff to refer additional support services within and outside. Support other staff/programs as needed. Collaborate with the organizations that refer clients or provide services for the organization's clients. Recruit and develop relationships with community and corporate partners, including providing training. Attend and participate in staff meetings. Work as a team player in the organization. Conduct, attend, and participate in appropriate training and education as requested. Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum - Bachelor's in Social Work, Counseling, Education, or closely related field. Bilingual Preferred. Ability to motivate clients into action, engage tenants in training and education, and support tenant progress toward achievement of their service plan and personal independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proven ability to complete record documentation, develop group materials, express information clearly and concisely, and participate in training and education for tenants. Travel within Lake County with mileage reimbursement. Excellent interpersonal skills that demonstrate genuine concern and respect toward clients and other staff. Able to work independently and as part of the team and exercise mature judgment. Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to coordinate multiple projects/tasks. Must have knowledge of maintaining and executing confidential information. Ability to provide active listening, encouragement, and support to tenants. Ability to accept, understand, and relate sensitively to people of varied socio-economic, racial, cultural, and experiential backgrounds. A commitment to the philosophy and program, which includes a commitment to survivors' and children's issues, sharing a belief in helping to create a society free from violence, and working in a cooperative environment. Our client, located in Round Lake Beach, IL, is committed to providing support and resources to survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and stalking. Join us in our mission to create a society free from violence and contribute to a cooperative work environment dedicated to helping survivors rebuild their lives.If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply for this position by submitting your resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer with the goal of recruiting a diverse workforce to meet the hiring needs of our clients. Recommended Skills Active Listening Assessments Communication Confidentiality Economy Hardworking And Dedicated Apply to this job. Think you're the perfect candidate? Apply Now $('.external-apply-email-saved').on('click', function (event) window.ExternalApply = window.open('/interstitial?jobdid=j3v1x0738b3qz6w3h8f', 'ExternalApply-j3v1x0738b3qz6w3h8f'); ); $(document).ready( function() $(#ads-desktop-placeholder).html(
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n Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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