Senior Case Manager

4 days ago

Philadelphia, PA, United States Bethesda Project Full-time

Senior Case ManagerThe Senior Case Manager assists individuals with a history of homelessness, chronic mental illness and substance abuse problems with an array of supportive services to stabilize their medical and mental health conditions to prepare them for more independent living. The Senior Case Manager is responsible for working closely with the Program Coordinators and Social Service Coordinator to ensure that the residents are safe and are making healthy choices.
Required

Education:
Master’s Degree in Social WorkReports to: Social Service CoordinatorGeneral

Responsibilities:
Case management of Shelter-Plus Care residents at scattered Bethesda Project sites; provide an assessment of each resident’s needs and provide an individualized care plan for each residentAssist residents to maintain important relationships and serve as an advocate with their service providers, legal services and nutritional programs; assist residents in acquiring needed entitlementsAssist residents during times of crisis, anxiety, apprehension or confusion, offering appropriate aid and supportCoordinate Bethesda Project's housing application processDevelop relationships with referral agencies to maintain necessary intake lists for each siteShare information about Bethesda Project’s admissions process with agencies and potential applicantsSkill/Educational

Requirements:
Master’s Degree in Social Work (Required)1-2 years of experience preferred.
Experience in case management, strong understanding of homelessness, substance abuse and mental health issues including a knowledge of the recovery process and drug and alcohol inpatient and outpatient programsComputer literacy with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, OutlookPhysical

Requirements:
Ability to travel to multiple Bethesda Project sitesRequires repetitive movement of hands and fingers for typing and/or writingFrequent standing, sitting, walking and climbing stairs, occasional stooping, kneeling or crouchingLifting up to 20lbsAbility to reach with hands and arms and perform audio and visual assessments, as requiredPay: $25
- 27 per hourBenefits:Paid Time OffMedical & Dental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurance403(b)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee Perks Program