What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at HELP USA?
Program: Las Vegas | 640 McKnight Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101
What You’ll Do
HELP USA is seeking a Case Manager to provide services and referrals to homeless veterans who reside in HELP USA transitional housing under the Veteran Administration Grant per Diem Program.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting initial intake interviews and assessments, and developing an independent living plan.
- Providing advocacy for public benefits, including VA benefits, Public Assistance, Social Security, etc
. - Identifying barriers and challenges that veterans face and utilizing a solution-based approach to effectively resolve issues that threaten housing stability.
- Preparing housing stability plans with a path to permanent housing and self-sufficiency.
- Serving as liaison with appropriate agencies and programs and maintaining a network of resources and contacts.
You’re a great fit for this role if you have:
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Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, OR equivalent experience and skills.
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Knowledge of the challenges faced by the homeless veteran population and the supportive services available to successfully achieve the goal of permanent housing and self-sufficiency.
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Prior experience in case management, assessment, counseling, crisis intervention, and housing placement preferred.
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Knowledge and understanding of team concepts preferred.
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Valid US driver’s license preferred.
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Computer-literate literate specifically with Microsoft applications, required.
Compensation
Actual compensation will not be less than the applicable minimum wage, prevailing wage, or exempt salary requirements under federal, state and local laws.
We Have GREAT BENEFITS!
- Health insurance through Cigna, including dental and vision, with an option that covers the entire family with minimal employee contribution.
- Generous Paid Time Off!
- 401(k) with Company contribution, even if the employee doesn't contribute.
- And More!
Who We Are
At HELP USA, we work to ensure that everyone has a place to call home. We’re one of the nation’s largest non-profit homeless services providers and low-income housing developers serving at-risk populations, including families, individuals, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, people with physical and mental health challenges and disabilities, and seniors. With an annual operating budget approaching $150 million and 1400 employees working in nearly 60 programs, we have helped over 500,000 people facing homelessness and poverty to build better lives. We hope that you will consider joining our team in the fight against homelessness.
EOE. A Drug-Free Workplace.
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