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Housing First Case Manager (@ Hope House of Milwaukee)

Housing First Case Manager at Hope House of Milwaukee in Milwaukee, WI - shared by Jobs That Help as a third party

Overview: Hope House is seeking Housing First minded Case Manager to work with individuals and families who are formerly Chronically Homeless and aid them in retaining housing while putting in place the services needed for sustained success.  

Personal Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Associates Degree and 2 years experience working with a homeless population; excellent communication skills, valid drivers license, working vehicle, and insurance; effective problem-solving and negotiation skills; ability to remain calm and focused in situations where clients may be angry or anxious, basic math skills; attention to detail in follow-up and case notes; ability to interact respectfully with people of diverse ages, races, and household composition.

Preferred: Experience with housing, household budgeting and knowledge of mainstream benefits. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Duties: maintain ongoing home visits and case management relationship with formerly homeless individuals; assess and verify tenancy problems, income, and needs; help individuals connect with employment services and/or obtain financial assistance from government or private sources; assist them in obtaining mainstream resources; with household, develop a service plan with goals for successful case closing; implement plan; provide information to individuals regarding additional community resources they may need and want; and maintain required data on all cases.

Compensation: $13-16/hour commiserate with experience