Case Manager - ARCHES Woodburn - Graveyard

OUR MISSION: MID-WILLAMETTE VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY INVESTS IN PEOPLE AND THEIR FUTURES TO REDUCE THE IMPACTS OF POVERTY. Our Vision:
We envision a just future, where our communities are empowered to reach positive outcomes and everyone is respected for their infinite worth.

Join our ARCHES Program! The Sheltering Case Manager will work with moderate to high needs clients to support and guide them through an extended level of assistance in order to remove barriers and facilitate stable housing. The person in this position will perform eligibility screening, program enrollment, participant follow‑ups, process required paperwork, data entry, and other general program supports. This position will directly align with the Housing First initiatives of the ARCHES Project.

The position is renewable annually based on the continuation of project funding.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 6:00 PM - 2:30 AM

• Two years of related social service experience, direct client care; or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ideal candidates will possess an advanced degree with two or more years of homeless service delivery experience and mental health certifications and/or licensing.

• Driver Qualification Status is not required for this position.
• Candidate must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to employment.
• Basic Life Support/First Aid Certification is required within the first 30 days of hire.
• Food Handler's Card or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Candidate must pass pre‑employment and random drug screenings.

• Knowledge of/or experience with the principles of coordinated assessment, working with unsheltered or vulnerable populations, as well as best practices in homeless service delivery is preferred.
• Basic proficiencies in computers, MS Office products, database software, and web tools.
• Must possess excellent planning, organization and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form.

• Works directly with clients to ensure access to housing assessments and resources.
• Assesses client eligibility and aids in gathering documentation as required for intake, enrollment, and shelter placement.
• Provides direct service to participants, including case management and housing placement support to assist participants in becoming self‑sufficient and overcoming barriers to accessing permanent housing.
• Establishes and maintains an active working relationship with community partners.
• Provides support for client‑tracking, service delivery, follow‑up reporting, and maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Maintains full compliance with all federal, state, and grant program and funding requirements, setting high standards for data quality and compliance performance, remaining in compliance with the regulations of all funding streams.
• Complies with agency Quarterly and Annual reports.
• Complies with MWVCAA safety and personnel policies, including punctuality and attendance.
• Performs cleaning, janitorial, and laundry tasks in support of day‑to‑day sheltering operations.

There are no supervisory duties in this position.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to hear and speak.
• Frequently lift up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for handling computers, devices, and office equipment.
• Incidental driving tasks may be requested for employees with a personal vehicle and proof of current auto insurance.
• Maintains calm disposition when clients or others may become escalated, applying crisis intervention and de‑escalation techniques for all participants.
• Regulates emotions during interactions with escalated clients and staff.
• Regulates emotions and handles pressures of frequent demands for attention, time and work tasks.

• Indoor work environment with frequent interruptions and demands.
• Occasional outdoor environment including perimeter monitoring.
• Occasional urgent situations requiring…