Case Manager - Rapid Rehousing

About the position

A New Leaf is seeking a dedicated Housing Case Manager to support individuals and families transitioning from homelessness to stable housing through the Rapid Rehousing Program. This role focuses on providing tailored assistance to clients, helping them overcome financial barriers and secure housing more quickly than traditional methods. The position involves working closely with clients to develop and implement Housing Stability Plans, ensuring they receive the necessary support to maintain permanent housing.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support by helping each participant implement a Housing Stability Plan that addresses their barriers, increases their income, and maintains and sustains permanent housing.
• Identify each area in which participants will need assistance to accomplish the outlined goals and objectives and assist when possible.
• Provide advocacy, case management, benefit establishment, linkage to Mental Health/Substance Abuse services, and other supportive services as needed.
• Identify and coordinate with housing partners to conduct monthly evaluations of income to determine the level of assistance required.
• Conduct SPDAT assessments, needs assessments, weekly and monthly home visits, and check-ins with landlords and/or property managers.
• Connect participants with identification and other needed documents; assist with obtaining food and furnishings; help participants with credit repair and budgeting and utility information.
• Provide services in the areas of independent living skills, employment/job assistance, benefits acquisition, and other services as needed to assist in maintaining housing and fulfilling Housing Stability Plan goals.
• Respond to participant requests for referrals and case management assessment and intervention within required response time.
• Encourage and promote an environment that is strength-based and culturally competent.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with various homeless populations, including families, individuals, young adults, and/or homeless veterans highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field highly preferred.
• Case Management experience required; direct Housing Case Management experience is a plus!
• Valid Driver's License with reliable transportation and current Auto Liability Insurance.
• Must be able to pass various background checks and pre-employment drug test.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related field highly preferred.
• Experience with direct Housing Case Management.