Case Manager II F/T - Yuma

POSITION:                Case Manager II

LOCATION:              Safe House – Yuma, AZ

HOURS:                    Full Time, Non-Exempt, All Shifts

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Provide referrals, resources and support to residents of a domestic crisis shelter, transitional living program and the community. Meets the needs related to day-to-day living such as housing, transportation, employment, education, budgeting, community involvement and family support.  May perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Promote the safety and confidentiality of participants and shelter
• Provide protection, food and other basic needs with dignity and respect to program participants
• Utilize the “Empowerment Model" of behavior
• Provide information, resources and referrals through a supportive and nurturing environment.
• Participate in the rotation of answering the crisis line and assist with participant intake
• Collaborate and network with other agencies to provide services that enhance community awareness on DV and promote the Safe House Program
• Reduce isolation by reconnecting participants with natural support systems
• Provide individual and systems advocacy
• Aid participants in expanding their choices and achieving violence free lives through setting goals
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and required trainings
• Required to be on-call basis depending on program needs
• Facilitate individual and/or group sessions in a culturally sensitive manner
• Maintain confidentiality and the safety of shelter and participants
• Adhere to licensure regulations, contract compliances and program requirements
• Complete and maintain accurate notes, logs and documentation
• Aid in the completion of reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly)
• May drive agency or personal vehicle on company business
• May perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BA in human services, or related field.
• 2 years of related experience
• Obtain State of Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Bilingual English / Spanish, verbal and written
• Valid Arizona Driver License, proof of insurance and Arizona Motor Vehicle Division 39 month Motor Vehicle Report
• Ability to obtain health care certificates including CPR, First Aid, Food Handlers Certificate, and TB clearance
• Proven strong communication skills – oral and written are clear, concise, and in an organized fashion using appropriate style, grammar and tone
• Ability to effectively facilitate individual and group sessions
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, officials, community organizations, government agencies and the general public
• Ability to stoop, climb, bend, and reach
• Required to lift 35lbs. 15%

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Additional years of directly related experience
• Previous experience working in a residential setting
• Previous experience in group facilitating

 
HOW TO APPLY:          Complete application at 690 E. 32^nd St, Yuma, AZ, Monday -Friday 9am-5pm, or send cover letter with detailed resume Attn:  HR, or fax (928) 341-8428.