Case Manager, Simba Simbi Supportive Housing Program
Company: CAMBA
Location: New York
Posted on: February 28, 2025
Job Description:
Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients,
donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an
inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access
to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a
comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated
programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job
Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal
Services. We reach more than 73,000 individuals and families,
including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section
of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in
the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and
refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living
in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million
New Yorkers today.Simba Simbi Supportive Housing Program will
provide supportive housing to seniors 55+ when the head of
household requires support due to an SMI and/or a substance use
disorder. Of the 156 units, 48 are for 55+ seniors with special
needs. NYC 15/15 PBV Section 8 Rental Subsidy.Position: Case
ManagerReports To: Program ManagerLocation: 381-401 Chester Street,
Brooklyn, NY, 11212What The Case Manager I Does:
- Review all documentation establishing tenants' eligibility for
program and make file copies.
- Create and maintain tenant files.
- Conduct initial intake and assessment of tenants and tenants'
families' needs and periodic re-assessments.
- In collaboration with tenants, prepare initial and periodic
revisions of independent living plans including short-term and
long-term tenant goals.
- Assist tenants in attaining their goals by identifying and
locating community resources for tenants and by making referrals to
appropriate services both within and outside CAMBA.
- Work with tenants to break through barriers to tenant goals and
to assist tenants in advocating for themselves and in moving toward
self-sufficiency.
- Recommend and implement strategies to persuade tenants to
participate more fully in this process.
- Monitor tenants' progress toward their goals via regularly
scheduled telephone contact and/or face-to-face visits, and
document via progress notes.
- Participate in case conferences.
- Follow-up with tenants and with referral organizations
regarding tenant contact and progress with referral
organization.
- Provide all required information for
weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
- May recommend closing of cases in which tenants have: (a)
achieved primary goals and have maintained stability for a period
of months; or, (b) have not demonstrated a willingness to
participate in the process (lost-to-service); or, (c) have become
ineligible for services (e.g. moved out of building).
- May act as tenant liaison/tenant advocate with outside
organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare,
housing, legal issues, etc.
- May schedule appointments for tenant with referral
organizations.
- May escort tenants to appointments (educational, medical,
social service, etc.)
- May assist tenants in completing applications for benefits and
entitlements, and may process applications on tenants' behalf.
- May follow-up with tenants for a period of time after
successful completion of their primary goals to assure tenant
stability.
- May evaluate actual living conditions of tenants through home
visits.
- May prepare marketing materials for the program.
- May prescreen tenants over the telephone for eligibility and
may schedule intake appointments.
- May input tenant data and tenant progress information into
automated database.Minimum Education/Experience Required:
- Bachelor's degree (e. g., B.A., B.S.W.) and/or equivalent
experience.Other Requirements:
- Must be fingerprinted and obtain Criminal History Checks" (CHC)
with Justice Center for the Protection of Vulnerable People with
Special Needs.
- Ability to maintain fingerprint clearance throughout the
duration of employment.
- As a Mandated Reporter, you must immediately report suspected
incidents/cases of abuse and neglect to the Vulnerable Persons
Central Register (VPCR) Hotline at 1-855-373-2122 and complete a
CAMBA Incident Report.
- Flexible hours may be needed occasionally to provide shift
coverage until 8 pm.Compensation: $45,000 AnnuallyWhen salary
ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end
for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be
based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This
includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or
program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be
required for the position and organization.Status: Full-time (35
hours per week)Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits
package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b)
retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation,
personal, and sick time), and paid holidays.CAMBA is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive
workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian,
gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We
consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion,
creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin,
age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status,
pregnancy status or sexual orientation.
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Keywords: CAMBA, New York , Case Manager, Simba Simbi Supportive Housing Program, Executive , New York, New York
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