Do you have Housing Placement Case Manager experience?  

We have a newly-vacant, full time opportunity at our Westland Family Center location.  Welcome to Samaritas Nation!

Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.  

APPLY TODAY!     #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve! 

This is a FULL TIME ROLE that pays $39,520 per year.  

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Some of the benefits you may receive are:  

            Full Time/Part Time

• Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee) 
• Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)
• Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133% 
• Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals 
• Awesome Employee Discounts
• Plus many more benefits 

Provides case management services for eligible families transitioning from the Family Center to affordable housing, in accordance with all applicable contractual and regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

Essential Functions (Duties and Responsibilities):

1. Provide comprehensive, strength-based case management services to all assigned residents including intake assessment, goal-setting, progress monitoring, financial literacy, resources and referrals and advocacy.
2. Conduct assigned residents initial assessment within required time frame, ensuring complete, accurate and timely case notes, record-keeping, reports and documentation.
3. Develop and implement family engagement strategies that establish working partnerships with residents. Create a housing plan to transition residents from the Family Center to stable and affordable housing; address the barriers to obtaining and maintaining housing.
4. Educate residents on referrals/services available and the procedures for applying for/accessing referrals/services, as well as their rights related to services. Assist residents in completing required documentation.
5. Monitor housing plan progress. Conduct weekly follow-up sessions with residents and referral agencies to ensure residents are implementing housing plans, and utilizing resources and referrals in a timely manner. Conduct meetings with families every 30 days to assess continuation at the Family Center.
6. Participate in in-house case consultations and meetings, facilitating problem-solving, resource-sharing, and communication regarding residents. Address non-compliance issues with Family Center Rules. Support and guide families in positive decision-making.
7. Provide monthly aftercare to ensure a smooth transition from the Family Center into affordable housing and local community; support residents in independent living to prevent reoccurrence of homelessness.
8. Serve as an advocate for residents, and act as their liaison with service providers and community agencies and implement strategies to acknowledge and/or celebrate resident achievements and accomplishments. Implement financial literacy programming to guide residents in making sound decisions regarding their personal finances.
9. Facilitate ongoing communication with KidZone’s early education and care staff members in order to assess assigned children’s progress, as well as other family needs.
10. Represent the Family Center and the organization at fairs, community events and outreach efforts, promoting community awareness of the Family Center and its services.

Job Qualifications

Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related human services field.

Experience

• Preferred - two years of experience in human or community services.
• Preferred - previous experience working with adults or families in crisis.

Additional Work Requirements

• Unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record. Reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served; proof of current automobile insurance.