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The Ho ōla Disaster Case Manager plays a crucial role in helping survivors of the 2023 Maui Wild Fires navigate their long-term recovery journey. This position emphasizes holistic, survivor-centered case management, ensuring individuals and families impacted by the disaster receive compassionate and comprehensive support. The disaster case manager will assess needs, develop personalized recovery plans, and connect survivors with essential resources while empowering them to reclaim stability and self-sufficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Survivor-Centric Disaster Case Management
Serve as the primary advocate for disaster survivors, guiding them through every stage of their recovery. Conduct in-depth
multi-dimensional needs assessments
to determine immediate, short-term, and long-term recovery requirements. Assist survivors in developing personalized
recovery plans
that prioritize housing, financial stability, emotional well-being, and community reintegration. Provide
trauma-informed support , ensuring services are culturally appropriate and respectful of diverse backgrounds. Work to
empower survivors
by fostering self-reliance rather than dependency. Resource Navigation & Coordination Identify
local, state, and federal assistance programs
available to survivors, including FEMA, housing grants, and financial aid. Maintain strong relationships with
nonprofits, faith-based organizations, government agencies, and community partners
to ensure seamless service referrals. Help clients apply for financial assistance, home repair/rebuilding programs, and other vital support services. Advocate for survivors in
Unmet Needs Committees
and present cases for additional assistance when needed. Track commitments made by organizations to ensure survivors receive promised support. Holistic Support & Well-Being
Assess and
refer survivors to mental health, medical, and social service providers
when necessary. Address challenges such as
housing insecurity, employment loss, and emotional trauma
that may impact a survivor’s ability to recover. Conduct home visits when appropriate, ensuring a compassionate and community-based approach. Provide
ongoing follow-up and support , maintaining contact until recovery goals are met or cases are closed. Documentation & Compliance
Maintain
detailed and confidential case records , tracking survivor progress and service outcomes. Ensure all case management activities comply with
confidentiality, ethical, and legal standards . Submit timely reports and participate in
long-term recovery group meetings
to share insights and advocate for systemic improvements. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in
Social Work, Human Services, Disaster Management , or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience in disaster case management, disaster recovery, or social services . Strong ability to
communicate with empathy and cultural sensitivity . Knowledge of
housing assistance programs, financial aid resources, and community-based recovery services . Ability to work effectively with
diverse populations, including indigenous communities, immigrants, and low-income families . Strong
organizational, problem-solving, and advocacy skills . Commitment to
trauma-informed care and survivor empowerment . Current driver’s license, current automobile insurance, clean traffic abstract, and transportation. Preferred:
Bilingual (Hawaiian, Tagalog, Spanish, or other languages spoken by impacted communities). Knowledge of
local disaster recovery frameworks and policies . Experience working in
long-term recovery groups (LTRG)
or similar disaster response networks. Additional Information
Location:
Maui, Hawaii (Hybrid Options Available) Schedule:
Full-time, with evening or weekend work based on survivor needs. Compensation:
Competitive salary, with benefits based on organizational policy. Background Check Required:
All hires must pass a criminal background check to ensure the safety of vulnerable populations. APPLYNOW
Apply using this link, deadline is
May 3rd . We will be hiring two DCMs.
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Survivor-Centric Disaster Case Management
Serve as the primary advocate for disaster survivors, guiding them through every stage of their recovery. Conduct in-depth
multi-dimensional needs assessments
to determine immediate, short-term, and long-term recovery requirements. Assist survivors in developing personalized
recovery plans
that prioritize housing, financial stability, emotional well-being, and community reintegration. Provide
trauma-informed support , ensuring services are culturally appropriate and respectful of diverse backgrounds. Work to
empower survivors
by fostering self-reliance rather than dependency. Resource Navigation & Coordination Identify
local, state, and federal assistance programs
available to survivors, including FEMA, housing grants, and financial aid. Maintain strong relationships with
nonprofits, faith-based organizations, government agencies, and community partners
to ensure seamless service referrals. Help clients apply for financial assistance, home repair/rebuilding programs, and other vital support services. Advocate for survivors in
Unmet Needs Committees
and present cases for additional assistance when needed. Track commitments made by organizations to ensure survivors receive promised support. Holistic Support & Well-Being
Assess and
refer survivors to mental health, medical, and social service providers
when necessary. Address challenges such as
housing insecurity, employment loss, and emotional trauma
that may impact a survivor’s ability to recover. Conduct home visits when appropriate, ensuring a compassionate and community-based approach. Provide
ongoing follow-up and support , maintaining contact until recovery goals are met or cases are closed. Documentation & Compliance
Maintain
detailed and confidential case records , tracking survivor progress and service outcomes. Ensure all case management activities comply with
confidentiality, ethical, and legal standards . Submit timely reports and participate in
long-term recovery group meetings
to share insights and advocate for systemic improvements. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in
Social Work, Human Services, Disaster Management , or a related field (or equivalent experience). Experience in disaster case management, disaster recovery, or social services . Strong ability to
communicate with empathy and cultural sensitivity . Knowledge of
housing assistance programs, financial aid resources, and community-based recovery services . Ability to work effectively with
diverse populations, including indigenous communities, immigrants, and low-income families . Strong
organizational, problem-solving, and advocacy skills . Commitment to
trauma-informed care and survivor empowerment . Current driver’s license, current automobile insurance, clean traffic abstract, and transportation. Preferred:
Bilingual (Hawaiian, Tagalog, Spanish, or other languages spoken by impacted communities). Knowledge of
local disaster recovery frameworks and policies . Experience working in
long-term recovery groups (LTRG)
or similar disaster response networks. Additional Information
Location:
Maui, Hawaii (Hybrid Options Available) Schedule:
Full-time, with evening or weekend work based on survivor needs. Compensation:
Competitive salary, with benefits based on organizational policy. Background Check Required:
All hires must pass a criminal background check to ensure the safety of vulnerable populations. APPLYNOW
Apply using this link, deadline is
May 3rd . We will be hiring two DCMs.
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