Intensive Case Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position entails working with families using a team approach to decrease homelessness and achieve stable and permanent housing potential. It includes assessing, linking, coordinating and monitoring services from mental health, social and educational aspects. Collaborate and develop service plans in partnership with the family. Work closely with the family to identify services needed in the home to maintain in a stable environment. Services are provided in-home or in the community. Work closely with the family to connect with resources and offer educational, financial or other assistance as needed or appropriate. Attend Integrated Decision Team Meetings. Transport clients in personal vehicle as part of service provision. Complete documentation in a timely manner relative to services provided. Handle crisis situations in a professional and timely manner and apprises supervisor. The Intensive Case Manager will spend 3.5 hours per week minimum on each family, and will increase contact hours based on family dynamics, situation, and risk factors. The Intensive Care Manager will work with the family in home or in a community setting, depending on family needs. Responsible to meet billable productivity requirements 96 billable hours monthly or a minimum of 24 billable hours per week.

 Directions for Living is an essential services provider.   All Directions for Living employees must be willing and able to provide vital support and essential services to the people that we serve in the event of an emergency, pandemic or other disaster situation. Essential employees may be required to work in the field, be "on call" and/or be available and able to work remotely providing telehealth services depending on the needs of the individual being served.   

 EDUCATION EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must hold at least a Bachelor's Degree Social Work or related area of study from an accredited university; or a Master's Degree in Social Work or related area of study.
2. Must have at least two years' experience working with the homeless population and/or vulnerable children and families
3. Must acquire knowledge of community resources
4. Must be computer literate and be proficient in Outlook, Excel  spreadsheets, and Microsoft Word.  Must be able to work proficiently in a Windows environment and be able to learn other software applications quickly.
5. Must have reliable transportation and be able to use personal vehicle to transport clients.   Must have and maintain clear driving record, must   have valid Florida Driver License, maintain required automobile insurance coverage and pass the annual vehicle inspection.

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