WHAT YOU WILL DO: This position will provide direct services to include: intake, assessment, client advocacy (resources & referrals) and ongoing case management to provide the supports needed to maintain permanent housing and self-sufficiency, while also supporting the mission of Interfaith Community Services.
- Provides direct services to clients including: outreach, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, and case management
- Completes case notes, treatment plans, progress notes and any other stats in accordance with contract requirements.
- Provides guidance and support to help clients identify their own strengths, set achievable goals and follows through regularly to support client in becoming self-sufficient
- Administers supportive services per agency and contract guidelines
- Links and networks clients with resources within the agency and utilizes other public and private social service agencies as necessary
- Provides services in the community; working with clients in various settings, which include but are not limited to, other agency programs, faith centers, outreach and school administrations
- Reads and follows department and agency Policies and Procedures
- Facilitates and/or Coordinates monthly resident meetings, social events, classes (Life Skills, Active Recovery, etc.), to engage clients according to the grants/contracts
- Supports Program Manager in gathering supportive data for all program reports
- Participates in all staff meetings and trainings
- Performs additional duties as assigned
- Subscribe to Trauma Informed Care and Harm Reduction practices when working with clients
EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services or related field and 6+ months of relevant work experience required
- Master’s degree in Social services preferred
- Knowledge of Veterans Administration (VA) requirements and experience working with homeless veterans preferred
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred
