Shelter Case Manager
Company: Making Opportunity Count Inc
Location: Lawrence
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
About Us: About Us: Making Opportunity Count (MOC) is a
non-profit human services agency dedicated to creating positive
change and enhancing the lives of individuals and families in
Central Massachusetts. We are committed to fostering community
growth, providing essential services, and promoting holistic
well-being. Our dynamic team is driven by a shared passion for
making a lasting impact. To learn more please visit: We offer
fantastic benefits sure to enhance your work-life balance and
overall satisfaction! For most positions, these benefits will
include:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance and Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- 13 Paid Vacation Days
- 12 Paid Sick Days
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Student Loan Forgiveness Assistance
- Tuition Remission
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Immediate 403b Employer Contribution, 100% Vesting on Day
One!Available Shifts:8am-4pm4pm-12am12am-8amAbout This
Opportunity:The goal of case management is, first, to help families
be as prepared as possible to move into permanent housing, and
second, to connect families to a support network once they are
housed. Case management must focus on helping families achieve a
successful rehousing placement with ongoing stabilization to assist
the family in developing the skills and resources needed to sustain
housing. Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor intake, assessment, and data entry in a timely manner
for all program clients, utilizing appropriate forms and assessment
tools.
- Resolving or mitigating tenancy-screening barriers, such as
securing identification documents, when possible.
- Assist families in securing permanent housing by making full
use of all available housing opportunities including the private
rental market and longer term subsidized (section 8, state aided
public housing, state aided subsidies, income eligible project
based subsidized) resources as well as the HomeBASE Household
Assistance Benefit.
- The Case Manager assist families with enrolling in entitlement
benefits (SNAP, TAFDC, SSI)
- Work collaboratively with community partners.
- Case Managers maintain compliance standards of DHCD Shelter
Scope of Services.
- Conduct regularly scheduled meetings with families.
- Keep supervisor aware of any concerns or potential
problems.
- Attend appropriate meetings and trainings as needed.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Shelter
Programs What You Bring:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Services, or relate
field.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience
- Demonstrated case management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Must be empathetic to the needs of a diverse socio-economic
population. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not
designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for
this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any
time with or without notice.Work Authorization: Must be eligible to
work in the United States.At MOC, we deeply value our culture and
are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued
and empowered. This is evident through:
- Our non-profit Environment: Our values driven work atmosphere
focuses on making a meaningful impact in our community. Our shared
commitment to service develops a uniquely supportive culture.
- Championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We actively
promote and celebrate diversity in all forms by embracing diverse
perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences while ensuring equitable
opportunities for all employees to thrive.
- Career Advancement: Our employees' growth is paramount. We
offer comprehensive training programs, mentorship, and advancement
opportunities to assist employees in the pursuit of their career
goals. We believe in the potential of people and the power of
diversity to drive innovation and success. We encourage all
applicants to apply, even if you do not meet every listed
requirement. Your unique experiences and perspectives are what help
us shape the future of Making Opportunity Count. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or
any other characteristic protected by law. People of color, members
of Tribal Nations and Native communities, LGBTQ-identified people,
gender-nonconforming people, people with disabilities, veterans,
and people who speak a language in addition to English are strongly
encouraged to apply. Compensation details: 24-27 Yearly
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Keywords: Making Opportunity Count Inc, Methuen , Shelter Case Manager, Executive , Lawrence, Massachusetts
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