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About Interfaith Community Services: At Interfaith, we empower individuals and families in need by providing essential resources and services with compassion and integrity. Together, we foster a community of hope, accountability, and dignity.
Founded in 1979 in direct response to rising rates of hunger and homelessness in North San Diego County, Interfaith Community Services works to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness by Helping People Help Themselves. Interfaith is the most comprehensive nonprofit social services agency in North County, providing both immediate safety net services and long-term, life-changing programs designed to meet the holistic needs of people in crisis. Together, in partnership with 250+ diverse faith communities, more than 650 recurrent volunteers, and a growing staff of over 200, Interfaith provides a safe haven and pathway towards self-sufficiency for more than 17,000 community members annually.
If you\'re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a service-driven environment, we invite you to be part of our mission!
What You\'ll Do In the Case Manager/ Perm. Housing role, you\'ll provide direct services to include: intake, assessment, client advocacy (resources & referrals) and ongoing intensive case management to provide the support needed to maintain permanent housing and self-sufficiency, while also supporting the mission of Interfaith Community Services.
Provides direct services to clients, including but not limited to intensive case management, assessment, crisis intervention, outreach, and advocacy
Completes case notes, treatment plans, progress notes and any other stats in accordance with contract requirements
Provides guidance and support to help clients identify their own strengths, set achievable goals and follow through regularly to support clients in becoming self-sufficient
Administers supportive services per agency and contract guidelines
Links and networks clients with resources within the agency, including annual income tax assistance and utilizes other public and private social service agencies as necessary
Links clients to integrated behavioral/physical healthcare, substance use and mental health services
Provides services in the community; working with clients in various settings, which include but are not limited to, other agency programs, faith centers, and school administration
Facilitates and/or coordinates monthly resident meetings, social events, classes (Life Skills, Active Recovery, etc.), to engage clients according to the grants/contracts
Supports the Program Manager in gathering supportive data for all program reports
Participate in all staff meetings and training
Subscribe to Housing First, Trauma-Informed Care and Harm Reduction practices when working with clients
May be required to drive to different locations to meet with clients
Performs additional duties as assigned
Requirements Who You Are:
About
You\'re passionate about making a lasting impact, whether supporting individuals directly or enhancing our organizational effectiveness. To thrive in this role, you\'ll:
Master’s degree in social work, required
1+ years of work experience in a housing, social services or nonprofit setting, required
Experience of working with the homeless population, preferred
Bilingual (Spanish/English), preferred
Valid CA Driver’s License
Skillsets / Additional Requirements
Ability to establish and maintain professional boundaries with clients
Ability to identify problems, research and recommend solutions
Good working knowledge of the assigned program grant or contract
Experience working with clients in crisis; strong ability to effectively resolve and cope with immediate crisis situations
Requires knowledge and belief in the “Housing First” philosophy and strategies.
Excellent communication skills, particularly listening, mediation, and writing skills.
Possesses strong organizational skills with ability to meet a demanding workload.
Knowledge of housing principles, guidelines, laws and tenant rights.
Demonstrated knowledge of community resources and social service agencies
Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of the population served.
Knowledge and skill in identifying housing for low-income individuals and families
Demonstrated experience managing multiple deadlines and working effectively under pressure, using independent judgment to produce quality work under time constraints
Demonstrated experience working with a collaborative team
Working Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Ability to communicate effectively among a diverse workforce population and maintain sound working relations with all levels within the organization
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality over all matters during business operations including client and employee information
Ability to work quickly, accurately and independently
Work Conditions / Physical Requirements
Must be able to perform work in an office setting
Must have the physical ability to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk, bend, kneel and use hands, arms and legs for dexterity and balance on a frequent basis
Occasionally lifts, carries and balances objects weighing up to 30 pounds
Low to moderate exposure to contagious diseases (hepatitis, HIV, tuberculosis, etc.)
Pulls and pushes such objects as file drawers, computers and similar office equipment and supplies
Prioritizes and multi-tasks work and projects requiring good memory, concentration and analytical thinking
Occasionally is required to perform the safe operation of office equipment and machines, and recognize and abate safety hazards within the workplace
Must be able to hear, see, including distinction of colors, read and communicate verbally and in writing frequently with a wide range of people from divergent socio-economic backgrounds and origins
The noise level in the work environment is usually low
Location On-site/City Heights, San Diego
Hourly Rate: $29.00-$34.00
Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
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