
Temporary Case Manager
Brilliant Corners
contract
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Los Angeles • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $25 per hour
About the role
- Process and accept referrals from Probation.
- Conduct assessments and re-assessments, including a comprehensive psychosocial assessment, in order to determine clients’ eligibility for the program and evaluate clients’ needs and strengths.
- Develop and implement, in collaboration with clients, individualized case management services plans that ensure housing stability and identify short and long-term goals.
- Provide support throughout the housing process including but not limited to temporary housing placement, unit identification, application submissions, lease signing, and ongoing housing retention.
- Meet with clients frequently and regularly in the home, community, and office.
- Utilize evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Interventions and Motivational Interviewing, in order to strategically address clients’ needs.
- Provide crisis intervention and ensure that clients have access to the 24/7 case management crisis line.
- Connect clients to a variety of community resources and services, including employment services at Chrysalis, physical and mental health services, substance use treatment, government benefits, education/vocational programs, parenting programs, etc.
- Provide life skills education and assistance, including budgeting, apartment upkeep, stress management, conflict resolution, etc.
- Participate in case conferences to review clients’ progress and address any challenges.
- Collaborate and communicate with all Breaking Barriers partners on a regular basis.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, service providers, public entities, and landlords to ensure that clients have access to comprehensive services.
- Provide aftercare case management services for 3 months after program completion.
- Maintain updated and accurate client files and documentation.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings and other agency events as requested.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience providing direct mental health and/or intensive case management services to vulnerable populations OR at least one year of experience and a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field
- Experience working with individuals who have been affected by the criminal justice system and/or individuals who have experienced homelessness is a plus
- Strong interpersonal and client engagement skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility regarding scheduling and prioritizing of tasks
- Willingness to travel and spend significant time in the field
- Basic computer knowledge (MS Word and Excel required)
- Familiarity with evidence-based interventions including Harm Reduction, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing
- Ability to work independently and utilize critical thinking skills in decision-making situations
- Good organizational and record-keeping skills
- Possession of a valid, clean California driver’s license and a personal insured vehicle are required
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Hybrid Work
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
case managementpsychosocial assessmentCognitive Behavioral InterventionsMotivational Interviewingcrisis interventionlife skills educationbudgetingconflict resolutionevidence-based practicesrecord-keeping
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillsclient engagementverbal communicationwritten communicationflexibilitycritical thinkingorganizational skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social WorkBachelor’s Degree in PsychologyBachelor’s Degree in Sociology