STATUS: Non-exempt

LOCATION: Adrienne’s House

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Shelter Manager

HOURS: : Full-Time 40-hour work week Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with the exception of one day of the week being 10:00 am-7:00 pm. Some evening and weekend work may be required.

SUMMARY: Provides case management services and transportation for adult and child residents of emergency shelter program. Provide onsite childcare for residential clients.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Essential position requirements include but are not limited to:
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology or related field. Two (2) years of related experience preferred.

Must be able to work effectively with diverse groups of clients, staff and individuals in the community.

Ability to work diplomatically in order to gain and maintain professional relationships with various community partners and contacts

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously; work both independently and in a team environment

Ability to express complex information and ideas both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work within agency mission, philosophy and policies/procedures.

Must have a reliable vehicle and meet agency driving policy requirements, including a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance. Ability to obtain Class D driver license. Local travel required

General physical requirements include but are not limited to: bending, stooping, climbing stairs, prolonged sitting of more than 4 hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Clinical

• Conduct initial assessments for adult and child clients to determine individual needs and resources
• Facilitate client development of social supports, safety plans and service plans
• Collaborate with other community partners and social service agencies to seek and obtain services for clients
• Conduct weekly life skills group
• Provide housing program recommendations to clinical program
• Provide client transportation to adult and child residents of emergency shelter program
• Attend and participate in weekly clinical staffing meetings
• Conduct morning meetings (Monday-Friday) with all shelter residents to assess needs and progress
• Aid shelter residents in need of relocation outside of service area
• Collaborate with Targeted Case Manager to carry out effective services to clients
• Make appropriate client referrals for continued services upon discharge
• Conduct weekly group for children in emergency shelter program
• Provide on-site childcare as needed

Agency Compliance

• Maintain comprehensive and organized files utilizing the automated data and case management system
• Adhere to the agency’s confidentiality policies, maintaining a high-level standard of confidentiality
• Compile and accurately report all applicable program statistics and educational activities on time and as directed
• Report any known or suspected child abuse to immediate supervisor
• Report any suspicious activity or persons
• Attend and participate in agency staff meetings and trainings
• Report to work on time as scheduled
• Maintain a valid driver license and proof of required automobile insurance
• Perform all other duties and/or participate in special projects as assigned by direct supervisor or Chief Executive Officer.

Other Duties

• Participate in hurricane evacuation and facility preparation.
• In case of emergencies and extreme circumstances, will be required to assist with 24-hour shelter coverage
• Work in conjunction with other program components and staff to ensure effective communication of agency and client concerns, recommendations, and need