Annex Case Management Aide

Columbus House, Inc.

Job Posting: Full Time, (40 hours/week), FLSA Non-Exempt, Non-Essential

Annex Case Management Aide 

VEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans Requested

Company Overview & Mission

Columbus House opened its doors in 1982 to provide services for men and women at least 18 years of age. Our goals quickly broadened from the mere provision of food and shelter and simple survival, to understanding and working toward overcoming the problems which cause people to become homeless.

 
Columbus House, along with its core of loyal supporters, friends, and volunteers, has remained committed to fulfilling its mission: "To serve people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing life-saving outreach, shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities."

 Purpose

Under the direction of the Manager of Shelter Operations, the Annex Case Management Aide (CM Aide) provides supervision, safety, organization, and program management support to all clients that are receiving services at the Annex (Outreach & Case Management). The CM Aide collaborates with Columbus House Emergency Services Case Management Columbus staff to provide an environment that reflects the core values of Trauma Informed Service: Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, and empowerment. 

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Demonstrated the ability to manage, motivate and direct clients.
• Familiar with mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis issues and group dynamics
• Great Customer Service skills 
• Knowledgeable of basic security techniques and concerns
• Culturally competent; must possess the capacity to work within a team and foster teamwork.
• General understanding of crisis intervention skills, confidentiality, boundaries, universal precautions
• Strong empathic skills coupled with a high degree of reliability and punctuality.
• Able to effectively use the local network of substance abuse, mental health, and social service providers.
• Able to meet all documentation requirements including pre-screenings, intake/admission, case notes, discharges etc. 
• Able to foster a Harm Reduction philosophy within the work environment.
• Valid Drivers’ license with a good driving history

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and maintain a positive, peaceful and welcoming atmosphere as the first point of contact
• provide customer service to clients, visitors, case managers and program managers.
• Answer calls at the front desk and direct them to appropriate staff members.
• Perform regular wellness rounds at the Annex
• Supervise clients to ensure compliance with all Annex rules
• Support and engage clients with case management follow ups
• complete work orders when needed
• Collaborate with other agencies and social service providers when needed
• Attend agency and program meetings as scheduled
• Complete all required reports/incident logs/ case notes/incident reports if needed
• Enforce Annex rules and maintain incident log
• Supervise showers and assist client with all shower related needs
• Be proficient with CT HMIS system and enter data as directed
• Support Manager by completing pre-screenings, intake/admission, case notes, and discharges and collaborate on individual service plan creation and execution.
• Remain on-site to perform essential functions during emergency situations as designated by the Director of Emergency Services
• Other related duties as assigned 

Supervised by: Manager of Shelter Operations

Salary: $19.00 

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8am- 4pm

 Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full-time employment
• 401 K retirement plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid time off 
• 10 paid holidays

Please send your resume and a cover letter to Human Resources Generalist, Columbus House Inc., 586 Ella Grasso Boulevard P.O. Box 7093, New Haven CT. 06519 or fax to 203-773-1430 or email to hr@columbushouse.org or apply at www.columbushouse.org

 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Encouraged to Apply