Case Manager

S:US is seeking an Case Manger for their men's shelter in Brooklyn.

This position is located at Brooklyn, NY, 11233

• →Conduct psychosocial, vocational/educational, and housing assessments and documentation of same Provide accurate, complete, and timely documentation of the provision of supportive social services and client progression/regression toward the goals of  securing permanent affordable housingPrepare housing applications and assist clients with the housing application/interview process.
• →Monitor and assess client progression/regression in behavior and/or appearance.Facilitate group and individual counseling, workshops, psych education, and recreational activitiesConduct room/dorm visits/inspections to assess client personal hygiene, room cleanliness, and overall ADL skills
• →Provide comprehensive case management services to an assigned caseload.Develop initial service plans and conduct service plan reviews as needed for an assigned caseload.Provide referrals for in-house and community-based medical, mental health, and supportive social services to assigned caseload as appropriate.
• →Ensure that clients attend meals and maintain appropriate nutritional intake.Provide crisis intervention and address all emergency situations as appropriate.
• →Assist in building evacuation during fire drills and building emergencies.Monitor client medication compliance and collaborate with nursing staff monitor compliance.Refer clients to appropriate community resources as needed.Attend staff meetings, case conferences, group supervision, trainings, and escort clients on housing interviews as needed.Comply with all SUS Employee Policies, Procedures, and Protocols, SUS Corporate Compliance Policies, and NYS Dept. of Social Services Rules, Regulations, and Statutes.A work schedule that includes some weekend and evening hours is required.

• Bachelor’s Degree is Human Services field preferred, HS diploma or GED required
• Experience working with chronically homeless individuals with co-occurring disorders.
• Ability to work with a culturally diverse population.
• Bilingual Preferred; NYS Driver’s License Preferred but not required.