"> Duties / Responsibilities. The Case Manager (CM) will assess clients needs in relation to case management services that are not limited to office visits, community partner locations and home visits. CM will work with clients in establishing individualized service plans. Responsibilities include: Completing applications for federal and state benefits. Identify counseling and emergency services for clients in crisis. Create referrals to other social service providers for additional services, su... more details
YMCA International Services is a unique branch of the Y of Greater Houston and seeks to meet the needs of Houstons significant refugee and immigrant communities. We provide comprehensive programs that focus on building human assets and fostering self-sufficiency. As a Case Manager on our team, you will play an integral role in helping refugees, asylees, Cuban border crossers, Special Immigrant Visa Holdersand victims of human trafficking gain access to a wide range of social support services with the goal of becoming self-sufficient.?
Duties /Responsibilities The Case Manager (CM) will assess clients needs in relation to case management services that are not limited to office visits, community partner locations and home visits. CM will work with clients in establishing individualized service plans. Responsibilities include:
Completing applications for federal and state benefits.
Identify counseling and emergency services for clients in crisis
Create referrals to other social service providers for additional services, such as DARS, food bank, emergency shelter, and rental assistance
Provide translation, transportation and interpretation as needed to facilitate clients access to services
Maintain case files and other paperwork management as required by program
Update data entry of services into the case notes and the refugee services database
Recruit and enroll clients in SAS services, assess their needs and create individualized needs assessments and services plans
Report suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse and incident reporting requirements.
Meet timelines and deadlines related to supporting systems and employee compliance. Example includes but are not limited to Kronos Workforce Ready for review and approval of time sheets.
Reception of clients at airport and transportation to client apartments as assigned; rotation assignments during food distributions.
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Excellent written and verbal English communication skill including being comfortable speaking in public
Excellent customer service skills; conflict resolution skills preferred
Proficient with various computer programs (Microsoft, Excel, Word) and accurate data entry
Fluency in any of those languages (spoken, written, and reading)Dari, Pashto, Swahili and Kinyarwandaisrequired
Bachelors degree is required. Bachelors in social work or other social service field and/or 2-3 years relevant professional experience required
Valid drivers license, exceptional driving record, automobile liability insurance, and a vehicle
The YMCA of Greater Houston provides the following for full-time exempt employees:
Generous and flexible PTO
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Long term disability, basic life insurance and other voluntary benefits
403(B) retirement plan
Free YMCA membership
How to Apply:All applicants must apply online atYMCA of Greater Houston.No phone calls please. You will be contacted to schedule an interview if you are considered a qualified candidate.?
Note: All positions are filled in response to current refugee arrivals and their language needs; as language needs change, this will necessitate flexibility in our staffing.
The YMCA of Greater Houston provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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