Tandym Group
A nonprofit organization in New York City is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate professional to join one of their growing men's shelters in Brooklyn as a Case Manager.
About the Opportunity:
Start Date:
ASAP Assignment Length:
3 to 6 months (possibility of extension) Schedule:
Tuesday to Saturday (rotating weekends) Hours:
Tuesday 12pm-8pm, Wednesday thru Saturday 10am-6pm Setting:
Men's Shelter Responsibilities: Conduct initial intake and assessment of clients' needs and periodic re-assessments Prepare initial psychosocial evaluation and update according to regulations Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.) Conduct periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term client goals Provide support, training, and coordination with the other Social Services staff Recommend and implement strategies to persuade clients to participate fully in the process in order to transition into permanent housing Monitor clients' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled face-to-face contacts/sessions Escort clients to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.) Assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements and may process applications on clients' behalf Follow-up with clients for a period after successful completion of their primary goals to assure client stability Perform other duties, as needed Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree First Aid / CPR certification Desired Skills: Bilingual Certification in Overdose Prevention Previous experience in a Shelter setting
ASAP Assignment Length:
3 to 6 months (possibility of extension) Schedule:
Tuesday to Saturday (rotating weekends) Hours:
Tuesday 12pm-8pm, Wednesday thru Saturday 10am-6pm Setting:
Men's Shelter Responsibilities: Conduct initial intake and assessment of clients' needs and periodic re-assessments Prepare initial psychosocial evaluation and update according to regulations Obtain and maintain relevant documentation and release forms from clients (i.e., birth certificate, proof of income, medical documents, release of Personal Health Information, etc.) Conduct periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term client goals Provide support, training, and coordination with the other Social Services staff Recommend and implement strategies to persuade clients to participate fully in the process in order to transition into permanent housing Monitor clients' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled face-to-face contacts/sessions Escort clients to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.) Assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements and may process applications on clients' behalf Follow-up with clients for a period after successful completion of their primary goals to assure client stability Perform other duties, as needed Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree First Aid / CPR certification Desired Skills: Bilingual Certification in Overdose Prevention Previous experience in a Shelter setting