Case Manager Housing Specialist - Housing Program 625

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, serves as a primary support and case manager for individuals with mental illness and other co- occurring disorders by assisting them to live as independently as possible in their chosen community.

Shift

Full time- 1.0 Wednesday- Sunday - 3 : 00pm- 11 : 30pm

QUALIFICATIONS Required :

• High School Graduation or G.E.D. equivalent and three (3) years of direct services in mental health or community services; or Associate's degree and two (2) years of experience; or Bachelor's degree in Social Services
• Must possess at least 1 year of direct service experience providing assistance as a Housing Specialist
• Sensitivity to multi-cultural populations and issues
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment
• All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual or local requirements may apply.

Preferred :

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

external stakeholders

SKILLS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to stand, twist, squat, kneel, push, pull, lift, and carry items weighing 25 pounds or less as well as to frequently sit, walk, reach, bend, and do simple and power grasping. The position requires driving and frequent hazardous exposure (blood borne pathogens, hospital waste, chemicals, and infections).

EOE AA M / F / V / Disability

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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