Job Purpose
The overall purpose of the Case Manager is to provide comprehensive case management services to homeless veterans residing in the GPD model transition in place (TIP) program to which they are assigned whether it is Milwaukee, Racine or Green Bay.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in social services is preferred or the equivalent of education and experience in social services & working with community agencies
- Minimum two years of experience in case management, life skills as well as conducting assessment and counseling services
- Valid driver's license and proof of current insurance (Must be able to pass a DMV records check)
- Experience working with Veterans is preferred
- Experience delivering services to SUD, COD, or homeless population is also preferred
Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct participant interviews to determine program eligibility and enroll as necessaryDelivery of case management and supportive services as well as the development of an individualized strategic service plan for veteran participantsCounsel participants to identify and then coordinate supportive servicesWork with participants on personal issues both to recognize and take ownership of special needsMaintain daily participant contact as well as daily service data and follow-up documentationEnter detailed progress notes into the HMISCoordinate and facilitate group sessions and classesAttend meetings related to veterans homelessness, needs and acquisition strategies and maintain contact with referral sourcesPrepare monthly status and progress reportsMeet as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to examine service issues, make recommendations etc. . . .Coordinate with team members in the implementation of empowerment servicesInitiate expanded service approaches and expand upon themCoordinate information and referral services to in-house and community resourcesAssist in the facilitation and submission of documents and forms as requiredParticipate in external outreach effortsMaintain participant records and make recommendations for funding compliance in accordance with HIPPA & funding entitiesReview participant progress toward goals of :
Permanent HousingEmploymentNegative dischargesOther duties as requested or assigned