Foster care case manager Jobs in Houston, TX

Job Details

Job Location Houston, TX Position Type Full-Time Education Level Bachelors Degree   Job Shift Days

Description

JOB PURPOSE :

The Case Manager will provide comprehensive case management to clients and their families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with the goal of increasing their quality of life and maintaining the highest possible ability to function within the community.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Advocate for and facilitate clients' access to community resources, housing assistance, utility assistance, and relevant community services and benefits. Build database of community resources. Provide referrals to community resources as needed.
• Conduct initial intake meeting with the client(s). Evaluate individual and family needs. Complete service plan with the client including housing and other related needs. Coordinate and monitor services, including comprehensive tracking of client activities in relation to service plan and Housing Inspections. Document detailed case notes, daily; maintain comprehensive client files. Prepare reports as requested by Lead Case Manager, Program Manager and / or Quality Assurance.
• Coordinate with Financial Assistance Coordinator for payment to third parties. Keep client(s) informed of actions / payments being made.
• Meet regularly with Lead Case Manager to staff case load. Provide on-going program evaluation and recommendations to the Lead Case Manager and Program Director for continuous growth and quality.
• Be active in and network at monthly community groups, events, and meetings. Provide presentations at various community groups, events, and meetings within areas of responsibility to include rural and metropolitan areas. Promote the success and reputation of the Emergency Solutions program.
• Coordinate and facilitate monthly support group sessions aimed at assisting clients in their transition from experiencing homelessness to establishing stable housing.
• Provide comprehensive support to clients by collaboratively identifying and addressing their personal, social, and life challenges through a strengths-based and client-centered approach.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service, in everything you do, by placing the child, family, Veteran or client first to support our mission to "Empower people to build better lives for themselves, their families and their communities."

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS :

EDUCATION : Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or a related field.

EXPERIENCE : 1+ years case management experience; 3+ years preferred. 2+ years in a customer service focused environment. Experience with homeless, low income, veterans & their families a strong plus.

ATTENDANCE : Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer's sole discretion.

LICENSES : Drivers License with clear record required. LMSW, LBSW, LMFT preferred.

VEHICLE : Must have daily use of a vehicle without prior notice. Up to 70% travel within assigned geographic area.

OTHER : Must be available and willing to travel to various locations and with such frequency as the business need dictates. Must be available and willing to work nights, weekends and holidays as required to meet business needs. Must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of himself / herself or others.

Endeavors has a longstanding practice of providing a work environment that is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We recruit, hire, employ, train, promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities.

Endeavors also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [email protected] or speak with your recruiter.

Endeavors is dedicated to offering reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability and need help submitting your application online, please reach out to us at [email protected]. If you are chosen for an interview, we will provide further details on how to request accommodations for the interview process.