Job Details
Job Location
GA-ATH Athens Shelter - ATHENS, GA
Position Type
Full Time Regular
Salary Range
$18.00 - $18.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Case Management
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
This position is responsible for Monitors assigned caseload of clients participating in a short-term life management program; establishes program plan/goals and evaluated client’s progress by conducting routine meetings with client and/or staff; serves as advocate for client in order to acquire services that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Interviews applicants to determine eligibility for program enrollment based on established guidelines and requirements; conduct needs assessment, obtain pertinent information and establish program goals for eligible clients; refers applicants to other agencies if not appropriate for program.
• Develops intake and case plans for clint; instructs clients in completing necessary paperwork including goals and/or budget forms; completes orientation check-off form and obtains release of information forms when appropriate; completes social history on new clients each week.
• Prepares and maintains case records and logs on all assigned clients; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same; enters pertinent information into the established Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
• Meets regularly with clients to discuss and evaluate their progress; prepares accurate and up-to-date records documenting the same; receives incident reports and enforces disciplinary actions for infractions of the house guidelines.
• Plans, coordinates, and/or facilitates life management classes to assist clients in obtaining skills that will enable them to functionally cope with their environment; obtains speakers and workshop presenters as needed.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Ability to meet attendance requirements.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) 5 -10% of work time.
• duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.
Employee Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Retirement Plans
• Health/Dental Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Education and Experience
• Two years of college coursework form an accredited college or university in Social Work, Behavioral Science, or a related field;
• Two (2) years’ experience working in a social or public service environment with experience assisting the public;
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Certifications :
Valid State Driver’s License
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled