Why Work for SMOC?

• Flexible schedule, work/life balance and a 35-hour work week.
• Paid Time Off: All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment.
• Employer Paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability after 6 months of employment.
• Two Comprehensive Medical Plans with HRA Employer cost-sharing and 79% of premiums covered by the Employer.
• Dental w/ Orthodontic Coverage with 75% of premiums covered by the Employer
• EyeMed Vision Insurance
• 403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match on day one.
• Additional voluntary benefits including – additional Term and Whole Life Insurance policies, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct outreach activities to recruit clients including through the use of referral networks and collaborative partners.
• Ensure all participants meet the requirements for entry into the program and that all required documentation is included in the client file.
• Gather documents necessary for obtaining a housing voucher, application and move-in process.
• Utilize and work closely with the Coordinated Entry System, including the local housing navigators and attend coordination meetings as scheduled.
• Conduct initial service needs assessment with all clients entering the program. Develop Individual Service Plan with each participant within three days of entry into the program.
• Maintain a regular schedule of contact with clients actively involved in the program, both in their homes and in off-site settings.
• Assist clients in preparing for housing placement including by helping them to obtain needed household items and by safety planning using a harm-reduction approach.
• Maintain appropriate files and case notes for each participant.
• Ensure accurate statistical data is maintained and reported monthly.
• Outreach to treatment programs and other community-based resources to establish contacts for client referral; keep detailed log of all referrals made.
• Provide crisis intervention (24 hour cell phone coverage).
• Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
• Attend & participate in engagement team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
• Ensure compliance with program/department, agency and/or funder requirements, as well as, SMOC policies & procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• Substance abuse experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Previous experience working with people experiencing homelessness preferred.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

• Directly reports to Program Supervisor.
• Direct reports of this position are none.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 15 pounds and help clients to move belongings.
• Ability to ascend/descend stairs.

• WORKING CONDITIONS

• Travel within the state will be required. As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Case Manager will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required.

• We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace