| Location | Los Angeles, CA |
Role: Case ManagerReports to: Program ManagerProgram: 2301-Project HomeKeyDepartment: Permanent HousingLocation: The Layover (Formerly Super 8/LAX) - 9250 Airport Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90045Setting: 100% OnsiteSchedule: Sunday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pmStatus: Full-time/Non-Exempt/Non-ManagementBenefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 403(b) Retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.Openings: 1
Summary:The Case Manager provides housing-focused, trauma-informed supportive services to participants experiencing homelessness within the Project Homekey Interim Housing program. The primary goal of this role is to support participants in becoming document-ready and successfully transitioning to permanent housing as quickly as possible through coordinated case management, problem-solving, and resource linkage.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide participant-centered case management using Housing First, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care approaches.Conduct initial and ongoing needs assessments to identify barriers to housing stability.Develop and monitor individualized housing and service plans.Meet with assigned participants at least monthly, or more frequently based on need.Support participants in becoming document ready for housing placement.Track participant progress toward permanent housing outcomes.Assist participants with obtaining vital documentsHelp complete applications and accompany participants to appointments when needed.Participate in resource coordination and case conferencing meetings.Collaborate with CES partners and community providers to facilitate housing placements.Continue problem-solving conversations throughout enrollment to identify diversion or housing opportunities.Enter timely, accurate, and objective case notes in HMIS.Complete program enrollments, updates, and exits within one business day of service changes.Maintain complete and compliant participant files.Document all engagement efforts and participant responses.Connect participants to mainstream benefits (DPSS, CBEST, DMH, SAPC, etc.).Link participants to employment and workforce programs.Provide crisis intervention and conflict de-escalation support as needed.Support harm reduction practices and overdose prevention awareness.Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and case conferences.Maintain appropriate releases of information for coordination of care.Support a safe, low-barrier, and participant-centered program environment.Maintain recommended caseload ratio of approximately 1:25 participants (or as assigned).Demonstrate consistent progress of participants toward permanent housing.Ensure timely and compliant HMIS documentation.Uphold Housing First and trauma-informed service delivery.Facilitate intakes for individuals who are referred into interim housingCreate a supportive environment and ensure clients' progress, utilizing a strengths-based approachFacilitate wellness, enrichment, and life skills groupsStaff must transport client in personal vehicleOther duties as assigned
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED or EquivalentValid CA Driver's license, reliable car, auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record.Willing and able to transport Clients in your personal vehicle.Experience working with participants with mental illness, chronic health issues, and substance abuse disordersWillingness to work in a high tolerance Harm Reduction model with clients who have multiple barriersExperience with Outreach and engagement, crisis intervention, suicide assessment/prevention, affordable housing, housing rights etc.Excellent human relations/communication skills; ability to act in professional manner regardless of circumstancesDetail oriented with excellent time management skillsAbility to self-motivate and be flexible in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervisionStrong verbal and written communication skills including knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook etc), requiredPassion for working with the population servedAbility to work as part of an interdisciplinary team
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; or a minimum two (2) years' experience working with homeless individuals, preferably those living with mental illness and/or substance addictions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Minimum of one (1) year experience in case management preferredKnowledge of Housing First, harm reduction, and trauma-informed care principles.Experience using HMIS or similar database preferred.Strong documentation and organizational skills.Ability to work effectively with diverse and high-acuity populations
Work Environment:
Interim housing site with high-acuity participantsCombination of office, field, and on-site workMay require evenings/weekends as assignedOffice environment with occasional field activities with participants and staff.Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, and occasionally lift or carry up to 35 pounds.May be exposed to elements like cold, heat, dust, noise, and odor.May need to bend, stoop, twist and sit throughout the day