Case Manager II 

Housing Matters partners with individuals and families to create pathways out of their homelessness into permanent housing. We are a leader in working to end homelessness – and we want you to be part of our team! We are looking for individuals eager to make a difference and willing to enthusiastically commit to join in our vision that homelessness in Santa Cruz County should be rare, brief and non-recurring.

The Loft is hiring for a Case Manager II. Case Manager II is the journey level class and is expected to work with a minimum amount of supervision. Incumbents are required to use assessment, interviewing and counseling skills to perform moderate to complex casework services. 

Hours and Benefits

• Case Manager II is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position, eligible for medical, dental, vision, 403b, and our generous PTO plan.
• Regular hours are Monday through Friday. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required for some positions. 

Wages

Case Manager II Pay Band

$25.41 $26.68 $28.01 $29.41 $30.88 $32.43

Case Manager II Starting Wage (DOE):

$25.41 $26.68

Preferred Experience and Education Requirements

• A minimum of one year of experience performing social service casework services comparable to a Case Manager I at Housing Matters in an exceptional manner exceeding all standards and abilities

OR

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college with a major in social work, social welfare, human services, or one of the social or behavioral sciences.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License or must be able to provide suitable transportation which is approved by the organization may be required for certain positions.

Thorough knowledge of:

• Social casework objectives, principles, methods, and caseload management and organization.
• Social and economic factors which influence individuals and/or households experiencing homelessness.
• Principles of human behavior, development and psychological defense mechanisms and reactions to stress.
• Community health, welfare, social, and legal support systems, and other resources available to clients.
• Interviewing and record keeping techniques, including the documentation of all actions and contacts in case files.

Typical Job Duties:

• Perform intake interviews, assessments, and assist participants in developing individual case plans.
• Facilitate participants’ pathway to permanent housing in coordination with housing navigators and other programs, agencies, and organizations.
• Provide ongoing case management including assessment, referrals, budget assistance, housing placement, and promoting housing stability with individuals as assigned.
• Engage in person-centered care, and provide options, information, and choices that allow for stimulating change.
• Develop and maintain accurate written case records including intake, assessment, ongoing case plan, and progress notes.
• Meet all administrative requirements including recordkeeping, HMIS, staff meetings, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality and treat participants with dignity and respect at all times.
• Assist in overall administration of the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shelter Case Managers may be responsible for the following:

• Orient new shelter guests into the program, including outlining shelter policy and expectations, touring the shelter facility and dining hall, etc. 
• Facilitate storage of personal items. 
• Support the Program Manager in enforcing and maintaining campus and shelter policy. 
• Support the Direct Services Team in facilitating day services, shelter programs, and additional services. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Housing Matters without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer-related and genetic characteristics), marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 18), veteran status, gender, pregnancy, or any other non-merit factor unrelated to job duties. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment; advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training (including apprenticeship), employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer.