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Case Manager, Bergen-Saratoga Supportive Housing

CAMBA, New York, New York, us, 10261

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CAMBA The Bergen-Saratoga

is a supportive/affordable housing development located in the Ocean Hill/Brownsville section of Brooklyn developed by Dunn Development. Bergen Saratoga Apartments will provide affordable housing for low-income working families at 50% or 60% of Area Median Income along with 40 units set aside for formerly homeless individuals who are Population A (SPMI/NYNY III) eligible. These units will be master leased by the non-profit social services provider, CAMBA, Inc. CAMBA will provide on-site supportive services including case management and 24/7 front desk security services. Amenities include a community room with a kitchen, a library/computer room, a tenant garden, laundry and a children’s play area. Position:

Case Manager Reports To:

Program Manager Location:

331 Saratoga Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11233 Responsibilities

Maintain professional relationships with clients and client confidentiality. Practice Universal Precautions/Standard Protocol & Procedures. Comply with any and all Federal, State, City and CAMBA security and privacy polices intended to protect the security and privacy of individually identifiable health information. Review all documentation establishing tenants' eligibility for program and make file copies. Create and maintain tenant files. Conduct initial intake and assessment of tenants and tenants' families' needs and periodic re-assessments. In collaboration with tenants, prepare initial and periodic revisions of independent living plans including short-term and long-term tenant goals. Assist tenants in attaining their goals by identifying and locating community resources for tenants and by making referrals to appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA. Work with tenants to break through barriers to tenant goals and to assist tenants in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency. Recommend and implement strategies to persuade tenants to participate more fully in this process. Monitor tenants' progress toward their goals via regularly scheduled telephone contact and/or face-to-face visits, and document via progress notes. Participate in case conferences. Follow-up with tenants and with referral organizations regarding tenant contact and progress with referral organization. Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports. May recommend closing of cases in which tenants have achieved primary goals and maintained stability, or have not demonstrated willingness to participate, or have become ineligible for services. May act as tenant liaison/advocate with outside organizations regarding education, healthcare, housing, legal issues, etc. May schedule appointments for tenants with referral organizations. May escort tenants to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.). May assist tenants in completing applications for benefits and entitlements, and may process applications on tenants' behalf. May follow-up with tenants after successful completion of primary goals to assure tenant stability. May evaluate actual living conditions of tenants through home visits. May prepare marketing materials for the program. May prescreen tenants over the telephone for eligibility and may schedule intake appointments. May input tenant data and tenant progress information into automated database. Minimum Education/Experience Required

Bachelor's degree (e.g., B.A., B.S.W.) and experience working with the Seriously and Persistently Mentally Ill (SPMI) population, and/or equivalent experience. Other Requirements

Must be fingerprinted and obtain Criminal History Checks (CHC) with Justice Center for the Protection of Vulnerable People with Special Needs. Ability to maintain fingerprint clearance throughout the duration of employment. As a Mandated Reporter, you must immediately report suspected incidents/cases of abuse and neglect to the Vulnerable Persons Central Register (VPCR) Hotline at 1-855-373-2122 and complete a CAMBA Incident Report. Flexible hours may be needed occasionally to provide shift coverage until 8 pm. Compensation

$46,350 annually When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization. Status

Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits

CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CAMBA by 2x Get notified about new Case Manager jobs in Brooklyn, NY.

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