Case Manager Aide
Columbus House
- New Haven, CT
- $17.00-18.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job Posting: Full time, FLSA Non-Exempt, Essential
Case Manager AideVEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans RequestedCompany Overview & MissionColumbus House opened its doors in 1982 to provide services for men and women at least 18 years of age. Our goals quickly broadened from the mere provision of food and shelter and simple survival, to understanding and working toward overcoming the problems which cause people to become homeless.Columbus House, along with its core of loyal supporters, friends, and volunteers, has remained committed to fulfilling its mission: "To serve people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing life-saving outreach, shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities."Purpose
Under the direction of the Recovery House and Respite Manager, the Case Manager Aide provides supervision, safety, organization, and program management support to adult clients of the Medical Respite Program. Services are of limited duration; 30-60 days. The Case Manager Aide networks with the greater New Haven shelters and social service system and collaborates with other Columbus House residential staff in order to provide an environment that reflects the core values of Trauma Informed Service: Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, and empowerment.Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate and direct consumers; complete knowledge base of all aspects of the delivery of residential services for the homeless population
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with a deadline-oriented mindset
- Proficient is Microsoft Office and other common desk top applications
- Able to effectively use the local network of substance abuse, mental health, and social services providers
- Familiar with mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis issues and group dynamics
- Knowledgeable of local housing and vocational/entitlement programs
- Culturally competent; must possess the capacity to work within a team and foster teamwork
- General understanding of crisis intervention skills, confidentiality, boundaries, universal precautions
- Able to meet all documentation requirements
- Able to foster a Harm Reduction philosophy within the work environment
- Strong empathic skills coupled with a high degree of reliability and punctuality
- Valid drivers’ license with a good driving.
- Perform regular wellness rounds. Supervise up to 14 clients to ensure compliance with all house rules
- Support and engage clients to assist them with following their recovery service plans.
- Observe and document medication calls
- Help move client belongings as necessary. Clean and disinfect rooms as clients leave ensuring rooms are well-prepared for new admissions
- Collaborate with other agencies and social service providers
- Attend agency and program meetings as scheduled
- Complete all required reports/incident logs/ case notes/incident reports
- Enforce house rules and maintain incident log
- Be proficient with CT HMIS system and enter data as directed
- Support Recovery House and Respite Manager by completing pre-screenings, intake/admission, case notes, and discharges and collaborate on individual service plan creation and execution
- Remain on-site to perform essential functions during emergency situations as designated by the Chief Executive Officer
- Other related duties as assigned
Pay Scale: $17.00- $18.00 per hour plus excellent benefits.
Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through FridayBenefits
- Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment
- 401 K retirement plan with employer matching contribution
- Paid time off
- 10 paid holidays