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Caring For The Hungry And Homeless

RISE CASE MANAGER

Caring For The Hungry And Homeless, Peekskill, New York, United States

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Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

General Description Our focus at CHHOP (Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill) is housing and food equity. We operate a shelter for unhoused adults of all genders, including veterans, a collaborative housing and services support program for domestic violence survivors and their families, a permanent supportive housing program for chronically homeless individuals living with a disability, a large “farm to pantry” food pantry, and a rental arrears and community services support program for low‑wage workers and immigrants. The RISE case manager is responsible for assisting domestic violence survivors and their families achieve and maintain safety and self‑sufficiency.

RISE Program The Rehousing in Supportive Environments Program (RISE) is a collaborative program providing case management, housing, domestic violence, supportive services, and employment services to homeless domestic violence survivors and their families. This collaborative model was intentionally designed to provide “wrap‑around” services in one program.

Principal Activities

Work directly with individuals and families referred to RISE.

Conduct intake/assessment and develop service plans.

Assist clients with overcoming barriers to maintaining permanent housing.

Identify alternative resources, community linkages to support client needs.

Assist domestic violence survivors and their families in achieving safety and self‑sufficiency.

Conduct required home visits to clients.

Interface and collaborate with Westchester County Department of Social Services and other service providers.

Maintain case files as required by governing body standards and CHHOP requirements.

Review budgeting practices with client as an ongoing practice.

Develop engaging methods of service delivery for domestic violence survivors using a trauma‑informed approach.

Remain current on domestic violence best practices and resources.

Build strong community relationships.

Provide strong case plans for each client based on agreed goals.

Support clients while keeping them goal focused.

Maintain demographic and other needed information regarding participants for use in statistical reporting through Excel and other database programs.

May require a flexible schedule.

Other duties as required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience in the human services or related field.

Minimum of two (2) years working with survivors of domestic violence and a record of successfully facilitating change and achievement of goals.

One–two (1–2) years of experience in homelessness, substance abuse, mental health and/or child abuse.

Valid New York Driver’s License, car insurance, and personal vehicle.

Ability to build supportive and respectful working relationships with staff and clients alike.

Proven ability to work independently and as a team.

Skilled at communicating with a team.

Maintain responsibility for individual work but share the responsibility of the overall success of the program.

Skills and Abilities

Good oral and written skills.

Good time management skills, able to handle multiple tasks and assignments at the same time.

Self‑starter, flexible and easily adaptable.

Attentive to detail.

Proficient in Internet research, E‑mail, databases, and Microsoft programs.

Submits accurate, timely reports as requested.

Salary Range $58,000+ (including medical and other benefits).

To Apply Submit cover letter and resume to https://www.chhop.org/jobs. No calls, please.

EEO Statement We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non‑binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. CHHOP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to our team.

Flexible work from home options available.

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