What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager position at Meryl's Safe Haven?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Training & development
- Complete intake and needs assessment with families, which may involve a broad range of areas including housing, finance & budgeting, employment, education, food & nutrition, school & daycare, legal issues, health, parenting, and daily living skills
- Interview and evaluate families to formulate Individualized Service Plans based on Program requirements
- Work closely with families to identify and build upon strengths and develop strategies to address barriers and concerns identified through the assessment process
- Help families build self-sufficiency plans
- Assist families to transition to self-advocacy roles
- Advocate on behalf of families and attend administrative hearings, if necessary
- Perform home visits and/or unit inspections
- Establish, evaluate, and monitor goals for families linked to measurable outcomes
- Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team of collateral providers and partners to ensure coordination of services
- Maintain the structure and policies of the program through orientation of families by reviewing program rules, policies, and case management visits
- Maintain accurate case records by documenting all services rendered including up to date case notes, telephone contact logs and referrals
- Enter required data into the agency databases with reporting, as required
- Provide emergency response management to address any crises or safety issues that may arise
- Accompany and/or transport participants to appointments as necessary
- Assist families with scheduling appointments