The Housing Case Manager is responsible for assisting eligible households experiencing literal homelessness to gain and maintain permanent housing. This position is a part of the Willis Dady case management team with the primary goal of ending homelessness as quickly as possible while preventing future episodes of homelessness for those we serve. The Housing Case Manager will provide individual case management, housing search assistance, resource referral, goal development, advocacy, and coordination of services to households experiencing homelessness. The Housing Case Manager must be able to serve households in accordance with all state and federal Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) Program requirements to help households access emergency housing, increase their income, and find long-term housing in the community.

Initiative, problem solving, effective communication with clients and landlords, a collaborative style, ethical conduct and motivational interviewing or similar techniques are essential to success in this position. Travel is a required part of the position and will be reimbursed by Willis Dady. The Housing Case Manager must supply their own vehicle. The position is full time (40 hours per week) with an hourly rate of $20.19 and a competitive benefits package: 75% of employee health premium covered by the agency, dental and vision plans, 3% Simple IRA match, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off, personal days, flexible scheduling, and a 30-day paid sabbatical after five years of employment. Willis Dady is a federal student loan forgiveness qualifying agency.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $20.19 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cedar Rapids, IA 52405: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person