Case Manager I Full TimeA

For over 125 years Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children youth adults seniors and those struggling with mental HomeBase Homelessness Prevention Programs provide services to those who are at risk of entering a shelter due to rental arrears overcrowding or substandard housing and to those who have a prior shelter history as part of aftercare services. Services may include case management tenant/landlord mediation advocacy/benefit entitlements short-term financial assistance referrals and varied workshops that can help individuals who are at risk of OF THE JOB:Under the direction of the Supervisor the Case Manager I renders professional intervention to clients at risk of homelessness and homeless clients through comprehensive support services (assessment intake crisis intervention information and referral short and long-term comprehensive case management and financial assistance).* Provide case management services assessment and intake of participants to determine eligibility for services including responding to telephone and walk-in inquires conduct pre-screenings and provide brief and full services.* Provide and/or assure that each case assigned receives regular visits and contact as needed.* Establish and maintain case records including completing progress notes. Ensure all relevant case related information is inputted into case files and corresponding databases.* Assess the needs of the whole consumer/family including their basic needs such as food clothing and shelter.* Follow-up on referrals you make on behalf of a consumer/family and respond to all referrals made to you/your :* AA degree in social services or related field with two years experience in a social service setting or in providing direct services to individuals or families or Bachelors degree with no experience required.* Bilingual skills (Spanish) a plus.* Ability to work flexible hours including weekends evenings according to the needs of program operation.* Able to conduct home/field visits and travel throughout the five boroughs as needed.* Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 10 :We offer competitive salary and excellent benefits including:* Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)* Medical* Dental* Vision* Retirement Savings with Agency Match* Transit* Flexible Spending Account* Life insurance* Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer* Training Series and other additional voluntary more information on our organization please visit our website at: EOE/AA.