Case Manager, Priority Veteran (Huntsville) - United Way Of Central Alabama : Job Details

Position Summary

Provide case management for low-income veterans and veteran families who are homeless or facing eviction using the Housing First model.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients needs, strengths, and barriers, and work with clients to develop effective housing stability plans.
• Provide effective case management, including regular home visits, housing counseling, client-centered advocacy, referrals, crisis intervention, etc. to create housing stability.
• Actively manage assigned caseload of veterans and/or veteran families, including traditional, Shallow Subsidy, and HUD-VASH cases.
• Effectively communicate the Priority Veteran program to prospective clients, landlords, and community, and conduct outreach to assigned counties.
• Maintain consistent contact with local homeless coalitions (COCs), VA Hospital, shelters, etc.
• Follow up on all inquiries in a timely manner, and accurately conduct eligibility determinations following grant guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and timely case documents.
• Accurately follow the grant regulations and program policies.
• Actively participate in professional development training.
• Actively participate in weekly staff meetings and individual supervision.

Knowledge/Skills

• Case management experience, including knowledge of trauma-informed care and person-first practices
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite and Client Management Systems
• Able to work as team member
• Able to establish rapport with clients who are homeless or facing homelessness
• Familiarity with Housing First, Veterans Administration (VA), and/or US Military a plus

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or comparable area preferred
• Military Experience Preferred
• Combination of education and experience considered

Working Conditions

• Services are provided in office, in the community, and in client homes
• Some occasional after-hours/weekend work
• Travel required

Requirements

• Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to be insured by UWCAs insurance
• Valid Alabama drivers license
• Reliable transportation
• Proof of automobile insurance commensurate with State law
• Cell phone
• Background checks to include criminal record, drug screen, and TB test
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.