What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager, Harm Reduction position at projectrenewal?
Title: Case Manager
Program: In Homes Now, Harm Reduction
Salary: $45,000 - $48,000 per year
Program Description:
In Homes Now provides 116 formerly homeless men and women with permanent housing. The multi-disciplinary team works together to ensure that each tenant successfully remain in their housing. The approach used in this program is a Harm Reduction/Housing First Model. Housing is provided through independent apartments rented by Project Renewal throughout the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Manhattan. The case management program provides assessment, treatment planning, advocacy and referral services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential duties of the Case Manager include but are not limited to the following activities:
- Case Manager for a caseload of 16 to 18 individuals
- Meet with clients a minimum of 2 times per month in the home
- Assist clients with referrals for medical/dental and substance abuse services
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical and statistical documentation
- Complete service plans every 6 months
- Complete psychosocials annually
- Escort client to appointments
- Attend and participate in all staff and team meetings, and in-service training; case consultation with interdisciplinary staff
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Ability to complete assessments, and service plans
- Experience working with individuals who are homeless and/or those affected by substance abuse Strong time management and writing skills
- Spanish fluency a plus
Salary : $45,000 - $48,000