Case Manager

Position Summary

Provide “Housing First” case management for low-income veterans and veteran families who are homeless or facing eviction.

Responsibilities

· Recruit prospective veteran clients through outreach to all sectors of the community to include faith-based, community–based, healthcare, SNAP, DHR, etc.

· Effectively communicate the Priority Veteran program to prospective clients, landlords and community.

· Maintain consistent contact with local homeless coalitions (COC’s), VA Hospital, VA Clinics, VET Centers, shelters, etc.

· Follow up on all inquiries in a timely manner, and accurately conduct eligibility determinations following grant guidelines.

· Assess clients’ needs, strengths and barriers and work with clients to develop effective housing stability plans.

· Provide effective case management including regular home visits, housing counseling, client centered advocacy, referrals, crisis intervention etc. to create housing stability.

· Actively manage a caseload of approximately 25 veterans and/or veteran families.

· Maintain accurate and timely case documents

· Accurately follow the grant regulations and program policies.

· Actively participate in professional development training.

· Actively participate in weekly staff meetings and individual supervision

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills

· Proven knowledge of and experience with U.S. military

· Working understanding of the U.S. Veteran’s Administration Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program

· Thorough working understanding of SSVF case management procedures

· Proven working knowledge of case management principles

· Excellent interpersonal communication skills

· Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft and database

· Able to work as team member

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work preferred; military experience preferred; combination of education and

experience considered

Requirements

Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to be insured by UWCA’s insurance

Valid Alabama driver’s license

Reliable transportation

Proof of automobile insurance commensurate with State law

Background checks to include criminal record, drug screen, DHR child abuse registry and TB test

Available to work weekends or evenings for special events or as needed