What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOUSING CASEMANAGER position at FAYETTE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY INC?
Under the Direction of Project Manager, the Housing Caseworker works with existing, new, and potential FCCAA clients to understand their individual housing needs and assist them in securing temporary and/or permanent housing. This position also provides on-going case management to individuals in need of additional support and services facilitation.
Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or other Human Service Field.
- Experience in social service case management preferred
- Experience in case documentation and file maintenance preferred
- Ability to establish and maintain rapport and cooperation with clients
- Ability to protect client confidentiality in accordance with applicable regulations
- Ability to communicate with clients who may have learning disabilities or barriers to understanding
- Ability to communicate well via telephone
- Ability to plan and organize daily work
- Ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented verbally or in writing
Additional Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Must have reliable transportation to facilitate outreach visits
- Ability to successfully pass Federal and State criminal background check and State of Pennsylvania Child Abuse screening