Case Manager
- Posted
- 13 days ago
- Employment type
- Full-time, Non-Exempt
- Location
- Los Angeles
- Closing date
About this organization
Proyecto Pastoral was founded in 1986 to empower the community through grassroots projects in education, leadership, and service. Our programs include the Guadalupe Homeless Project (GHP), emergency shelter combined with support services that help men and senior women transition into independent living; IMPACTO, an after school academic enrichment program for K-12 youth and the Aliso-Pico Recreation Center; Early Childhood Education Centers, focused on preparing children 18 months to 4 years old for Kindergarten; Comunidad en Movimiento, focused on civic engagement and leadership development; and Promesa Boyle Heights through which a 14-member collaborative of organizations and schools strive to create an educational cradle to college and career pathway for our youth. Proyecto Pastoral serves over 4,000 children, youth and families.
About this job
Position: Case Manager
Program: Guadalupe Homeless Project (GHP) – Men’s Shelter
Status: Full-time, non-exempt
Hourly: $21.50 per hour
Reports to: Program Director
Roles & responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive case management services to all clients (approximately a 25-person caseload) including: intake assessment, managing client files including database management (HMIS)
• Facilitate and manage goal setting, weekly case plan development, progress monitoring, individual money management, advocacy and referrals.
• Maintain a caseload of 20-25 participants including connecting clients with community resources; following-up with individuals as appropriate & document success of referral; maintain all client records in a timely manner; document; progress notes on all interactions; assist clients in the implementation and modification of their Individual Action Plans.
• Support case managers at both shelters in providing comprehensive case management for all 60 participants
• Participate in program activities and support with coordination.
• Provide trainings for staff (Case mgmt., HMIS)
• Assist director with gathering, review and correcting quarterly data
• Participate in regular staff meetings, trainings, and other partner meetings such as CES Hub meetings and COC (Continuum of Care) meetings.
• Build relationships with community partners to strengthen dialogue, cooperation and learning related.
• Adhere to agency policy, procedures and the professional code of ethics.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
General Proyecto Pastoral Employee Organizational Responsibilities
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for Proyecto Pastoral and a strong commitment to its mission, including its community building vision and founding Jesuit values
• Be an active and positive team member supporting other staff members
• Participate in Proyecto Pastoral events and activities
Qualifications
Skills and Abilities:
• Enthusiastic team builder with leadership skills including, strong relationship building, verbal and written communication, organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to coach, train, and support a diverse group.
• Flexible, resilient, self-starter with a good sense of humor.
• Ability to work flexible hours (i.e. evenings and some weekends).
• Ability to speak and write in Spanish
• Must have valid California driver’s license, clean driving record, and access to a car.
Experience and Education:
• MSW preferred and a minimum of two years’ experience working with people in crisis or that demonstrates knowledge of case management; preferred experience in Boyle Heights and/or in similar communities.
• Experience working collaboratively with diverse staff, program participants and community members.
• Strong knowledge of community resources and counseling strategies
• Ability to motivate others towards achieving goals
• Ability be culturally sensitive and to work in a variety of settings with culturally diverse clients
To apply
TO APPLY: Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to hr@proyectopastoral.org. Only emailed applications will be accepted, please indicate “GHP Case Manager” in the subject of the email.