FLSA Status: Exempt
Department: ISPA
Reports to: Director of Behavioral Health Services

 

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Director of Behavioral Health Services, the case manager will provide case management and supportive services to guests in the residential treatment program who have co-occurring disorders and are experiencing homelessness

Responsibilities: 

• Commitment to the Values and Mission of the Brothers of St. John of God as witnessed through Camillus House and Health in serving the needs of the underserved populations.
• Hospitality: Welcoming all with “Hi, how can I help you today” with a smile and eye contact.
• Respect: Raising the dignity of another by recognizing they have been created in the image of their God.
• Spirituality: Creating a safe space for another to seek balance of mind, body, and spirit in their life.
• Quality: The talent you bring to Camillus will be fulfilled 100%.
• Responsibility: Recognizing and respecting that all is a gift of God, and we are called to hear the cry of the earth for      protection.
• Develops individualized case plans including identification of existing barriers to self-sufficiency, by setting housing and income goals.
• Makes referrals to appropriate providers and resources.
• Coordinates and advocates with other service providers are involved in the client’s care as part of a team-based approach.
• Confers with case managers and program supervisors on all cases.
• Participates in case staffing.
• Meets with clients on a regular basis to discuss, assess, direct, and assist in the removal of barriers to self-sufficiency.
• Completes all required paperwork and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains accurate and ongoing documentation in client files and on recordkeeping forms and reports adhering to contract requirements, department, and agency policies and procedures.
• Completes with all confidentiality standards.
• Documents all client encounters utilizing the homeless management information system (HMIS) and other client information systems, as necessary.
• Participates in interagency and community meetings to initiate and promote placement of clients.
• Responds to client emergency needs and conducts follow-up services.
• Devises and implements placement and follow-up procedures.
• Works effectively and professionally with staff from other departments and community partners.
• Assists with special projects as needed and attends staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Essential Skills and Experience:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:  While performing job duties, an employee is required to stand, walk, and use hands/fingers. May occasionally lift and move up to 25 lbs., clean (sit, bend/twist neck, bend/twist waist, squat, climb, balance, stoop, crouch, reach, handle, fingering, kneel, crawl, reach above/below shoulder height, repetitive movements, wipe, sweep, dust, mop). Specific vision abilities required by the position include close vision, color vision.

Work Environment: The noise level of the work environment can range from low to moderate.

Work Schedule: 

Non-Remote Position

•  Full-time: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30PM
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (i.e., Evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call), as needed. 

• Ability to understand and practice the mission of Camillus House.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field. Any combination of education and job experience will be considered.
• Language: Proficiency in oral/written English. Spanish preferred; additional languages a plus (i.e., Creole).
• Skills: Proficiency in computer (Word, Excel, other data collecting programs).
• Strong organizational and managerial skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Successful completion of Toxicology test, Level II Screening, and OIG Reference Check.  
• Valid FL Driver License with clean driving record.
• Culturally sensitive to the social, psychological, and healthcare needs of the vulnerable populations serviced.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills to meet deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Demonstrates a high level of productivity while remaining calm and effective under pressure.
• A self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as with multidisciplinary teams and co-workers.
• Ability to maintain a high level of poise and professionalism in all circumstances.

                                         Camillus House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.