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POSITION:  Case Manager (RRH) PROGRAM/LOCATION:  Rapid Re-Housing Program/Sobrato Youth House. San Jose, CA SUPERVISOR:  RRH - Program Manager STATUS:  Full-time/Non-exempt   Apply Online:  https://homefirstservices.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=132 PROGRAM SUMMARY: The goal of the Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) program is to provide housing stability to homeless individuals and households in Santa Clara County, CA. We aim to achieve this goal by providing participants with comprehensive supportive services to help them attain permanent housing, including outreach and engagement, intensive, individualized case management services, housing search, and temporary financial assistance.   DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Direct Client / Property Service (80%) Maintain a case load providing intensive case management and other direct services to clients Provide community-based case management services to program participants Refer clients to eviction defense legal services as appropriate Work with individual landlords and other team members to address client tenant issues/problems as appropriate Working with Program Coordinator, maintain accurate records of financial support given to clients, and process financial assistance requests in a timely manner Collaborate with community partners to provide support services for clients Utilize supervision appropriately, maintaining open lines of communication and providing updates on intake activity Know and implement agency and program policies and procedures Properly report any suspected cases of abuse Maintain professional relations and conduct Maintain thorough, accurate records of case management activities with every program participant, as required by grant contracts Conduct client intake, including SPDAT (Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool) and needs assessment Work with program participants to develop and implement an individual case management plan, and provide support to help them achieve their goals Meet regularly with program participants at a frequency determined by the clients’ needs Provide support services that employ a Critical Time Intervention (CTI) model Monitor participant’s activities to ensure that they are compliant with program requirements Transition client to the next appropriate level of care Assist with other duties assigned Conduct outreach to locate assigned referral. Complete the necessary Homefirst enrollment paperwork Work closely with CM to develop client transition plan. Documentation (20%) Document, via progress notes in HMIS, all case management activity within 3 business days and maintain all other case file paperwork and documentation Participate in ongoing analysis of and program alignment with industry best practices Proactively and consistently improve the quality and effectiveness of program services Conduct ongoing re-assessments of the clients’ needs and status, and document assessment in HMIS   General (10%) Attend all meetings relevant to the position Assist with office-related tasks as needed Assist with other duties assigned   QUALIFICATIONS:     Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience in non-profit agencies (Bachelor's degree may be substituted with 2 years of case management experience) Case management experience Experience in developing relationships with community partners and outside agencies   Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge Ability to quickly build trust and rapport in interpersonal relationships Strong written and oral communication skills Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills Strong facilitation and mediation skills Ability to develop and maintain relationships with community partners and outside agencies Able to manage multiple projects concurrently Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain priorities and meet established deadlines Exceptional organizational skills High level of flexibility and ability to prioritize appropriately Ability to work with people of diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds Understanding of Fair Housing law and tenants’ rights and responsibilities Understanding of and strong adherence to social work ethics Understanding of and sensitivity to the needs of the homeless Basic computer skills, including knowledge of MS Office applications and the Internet Clean driving record Valid CA driver’s license and legally required insurance; reliable transportation Characteristics Desire to continually develop skills and increase knowledge through lifelong traditional and experiential learning Strong sense of accountability Values being part of a coordinated team Demonstrates that the work is client-centered Exhibits leadership qualities (e.g. modeling desired behaviors, empowering others to act, appropriately challenging process barriers, celebrating accomplishments, etc.) High level of professionalism with internal and external audiences High level of cultural awareness, responsiveness, and competency Preference for field work over office-based work Enjoys providing hands-on instruction in basic living skills    Please contact me at 408-539-2127 to further discuss this opportunity. ABOUT THE AGENCY: We serve more than 4,000 adults, veterans, families, and youth each year at seven locations, including the Boccardo Reception Center, which is the county’s largest homeless services center. In more than 35 years of experience, we’ve learned that everyone has the potential to get housed and stay housed. We are relentlessly focused on eliminating barriers to housing and stability for everyone we serve. HomeFirst is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. When applying, please note that you saw the job posted on the NOVA Job Board. If you need help with your resumé, please see a NOVA Career Advisor.