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Case Management Specialist The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has an opening for a Case Management Specilaist for our Social Services Department located in Ardmore, OK. Job Summary Interviews, accepts, and provides comprehensive, short/medium term, structured, complex, case management services to facilitate Rapid Re-Housing assistance for an assigned caseload of clients participating in life management program; understands the uniqueness of the client’s history in order to determine most effective program plans; develops comprehensive program plan/goals and evaluates client's progress by conducting mentoring and counseling sessions with client and/or staff; serves as advocate for client in order to acquire services that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment. Ensures constant compliance with funding requirements. Essential Functions This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Service Work: (55%) Interviews applicants to determine eligibility for program enrollment based on established facility guidelines and requirements; conduct needs assessment, obtain pertinent information; refers applicants to other agencies if not appropriate for program. Establishes unique comprehensive short/medium term program goals for eligible clients based on personality, decision-making abilities, mental capabilities, addiction history, family involvement, etc.; explains goals to client in a manner that is easily understood; consistently counsels client on ways to modify or stop negative behaviors while in the program. Outsources clients to additional counseling resources if needed. Maintains awareness of progress with external case management professionals, working as a team to meet the holistic needs of the individual. Provides direct assistance in obtaining and maintaining self-sustaining sources of income, benefits, and other economic supports as well as professional resources that provide assistance in enhancing clients’ psychosocial well-being. Meets regularly with clients to discuss/evaluate their progress, feelings, impressions, changes and personal growth/development; prepares accurate and up-to-date records documenting the same. Facilitates individual/group discussion to ensure clients’ attitudes and motivations are progressing; redirects negativity, promotes self-awareness, provides appropriate encouragement. Plans, coordinates, and/or facilitates life management, behavior modification, addiction-related (Celebrate Recovery), etc. classes to assist clients in obtaining skills that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment; obtains speakers and workshop presenters as needed.. Assists clients in locating/securing affordable housing; works closely with client and property manager to transition in the new housing; conducts home visitations when appropriate; ensures that client's living quarters are properly furnished and maintained; contacts appropriate person to facilitate needed repairs; coordinates routine inspections of living quarters and grounds. Refers clients to appropriate Corps programs or other agencies based on clients’ needs and in accordance with their program plan. Completes and articulates discharge plans to clients exiting the program. Administrative Support / Clerical (30%) Maintains awareness of the program requirements necessary to maintain existing funding; ensures that measurable outcomes correspond with requirements and makes adjustments to case management processes as necessary. Analyzes statistical information and case outcomes to ensure that recidivism is not occurring on a regular basis; recommends and implements changes to program guidelines to reduce repetitive requests for service. Prepares and maintains case records and logs on all assigned clients; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same; enters pertinent information into the established Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). Prepares and maintains statistical records on all services provided; compiles and prepares monthly statistical reports; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same. Prepares case presentations for the supervisor; prepares and presents cases directly to any Coalitions, funding bodies or Case Conferences as directed. Performs recordkeeping duties to ensure that all expenditures are properly recorded and submitted to the bookkeeper and Social Services Director as appropriate for submission to grantor. Review budget and advise Social Services Director if expenditures are not in compliance with program budget, making recommendations as needed to ensure expenditures remain in compliance with approved program agreement. Assists in developing and revising the service policy manual. Community Relations (10%) Attends community meetings with representatives of other agencies in order to educate them about the program, make client referrals and maintain awareness of client's progress. Conducts tours of program facility for outside agencies as requested. Assists with community services as needed. Assists in performing social service work for special or seasonal projects. Other Responsibilities (5%) Performs other related work as required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the principles and practices of social service case management. Knowledge of social service resources and agencies in the community. Knowledge of effective communication and motivation practices. Knowledge and commitment to computerized Client Data Management System usage and emphasis on outcome measurement. Ability to develop program plans and goals based on client's needs. Ability to assess and evaluate level of service provided in order to ensure service evaluations are favorable and meet or surpass funding requirements. Ability to evaluate the client's progress toward program goals. Ability to work with the public encompassing all types of behaviors. Ability to interview clients and to obtain pertinent information. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and complete case notes and client records. Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work in order to accomplish work in compliance with quality standards and deadlines. Ability to build and maintain effective and professional working relationships with clients and community agencies. Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to think clearly and quickly in order to maintain control of client caseload. Ability to effectively and efficiently work on multiple cases at the same time without becoming frustrated or disorganized Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field, and three years progressively responsible experience providing direct case management social services including accessing clients’ needs and developing individual, comprehensive, long-term action plans for recovery utilizing a wide variety of resources or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications/Licenses Valid State Driver License Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Ability to meet attendance requirements. Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking. Working Conditions Work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like. All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Statement of Purpose This document provides descriptive information about the above Salvation Army position. Work Additional Comments: All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. To apply, please select the "Apply Now" icon at the bottom of this positing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
