Case Manager I - Full Time; 2238-217-A

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 illness. Our 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 homelessness. STATEMENT 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 program. QUALIFICATIONS: * 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 pounds. BENEFITS: 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 benefits. For more information on our organization, please visit our website at: www.ccbq.org EOE/AA.