Case Manager II

POSITION TITLE:

Case Manager II

LOCATION:

Jefferson, KY STATUS:
Part-Time, Hourly PROGRAM:
Family Stabilization Program
- Shelter Plus Care/ Permanent Supported Housing

REPORTS TO:

Sr. Program Manager INTRODUCTION:
Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors. We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education.

When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities. Flexibility, teamwork, and fun aresome of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA! We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements.

BENEFITS:
Volunteers of America Mid-States, offers a rich and robust benefits package the supports a healthy work life balance, which include the following:
Health and Wellness Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) Health and Wellness Program Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Flexible Spending Account Health Spending Account Short Term Disability Met Life Legal Plans Financial Wellbeing Competitive Compensation Packages Life Insurance (company paid) 403b retirement plan with company fund matching Employee discounts
* Loan forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Corp & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
* All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one Work Culture Commitment Committee Justice Committee Integrity Committee Compassion Committee DE&I Committee Retention Committee Training & Development VOA LEAD Program
- Leadership Development Program VOA University
- Staff Development VOA Academy
- Clinical Training and Development

JOB SUMMARY:

Case Manager will assist with services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness who have been approved by Office of Social Services to receive Permanent Support Housing/ Shelter Plus Care Services. In tandem with other members of the VOA Home team, the Case Manager will assist clients in accessing medical and mental health services, emergency and long-term housing, substance abuse services, and social services.

Case Managers work within a harm reduction and person-centered model.

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field or at least five (5) years of experience in the field and no degree would qualify for this position.

Skills:

Requires a demonstrated ability to provide a reasonable combination of the following knowledge, abilities, and skills: family needs assessment, knowledge, and ability to access local resources, advocacy, counseling, and working cooperatively with local service providers. Must have a commitment to the principles of the project.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, high degree of organization, and creative problem-solving skills. Other Requirements:
Must have a personal automobile, valid driver’s license, liability insurance, and be willing and able to travel within the full-service area. Must complete required case management and (Critical Time Intervention) CTI training within 90 days of hire. Character:
We hire, fire, and promote based on our five core values ofcommitment, compassion, diversity, justice, and integrity. These valuesrun through our entire culture so it’s important to us that you truly believe in…