Caseworker/MyHOME Rapid Rehousing Project

Kenosha, WI

Full Time

Housing Assistance Services

Mid Level

KENOSHA HUMAN DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC.
3536 52nd Street Kenosha, WI 53144

Division/Department: Housing Assistance Services
Location: Main Office
Job Title: Caseworker/MyHOME Rapid Rehousing Project
Reports To: Homeless Services Program Manager
Type of Position: Full Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: 40 hours per week or as demanded by the job
Starting Pay: $22.60 per hour

POSITION SUMMARY
The caseworker for the MyHOME Rapid Rehousing Project provides comprehensive supportive services to individuals experiencing homelessness in scattered site living arrangements. Using a person centered, individualized approach to service delivery, the caseworker is responsible for assessing need, developing and working with a housing stability plan and applying individualized interventions to assist participants achieve their self-defined goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Participate in the program admission process and established goals, which includes:

a. Reviewing the Coordinated Entry Assessment and VI-SPDAT in Wisconsin Service Point

b. Providing clients with a program orientation at intake meeting

c. Acquiring necessary releases of information to gather background information and share information for the required collaboration of services and mainstream resources

d. Obtaining third party verification of homelessness that determines eligibility for the program and may include documentation of a disability from a qualified licensed professional

e. Understanding and assisting with the management of program and system performance measures

f. Participating in the bi-annual Point-in-Time Event

g. Collaborating with Emergency Shelters, Homeless Outreach Workers and other service providers working with homeless individuals and families

2. Provide case management services to program participants on a regular and consistent basis as determined by the individual’s case plan. Case management includes the following:

a. Assess, plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate the overall service delivered to the participant

b. Assist clients obtain safe secure living arrangements by teaching apartment searching skills

c. Assist clients move in and out of apartments/houses

d. Help participants learn to live in housing, maintain their housing in a safe manner, get along with fellow tenants and the landlord

e. Create a comprehensive Housing and Employment Stability Plan with the participant and provide appropriate interventions to assist with goal achievement

f. Help participants create support systems and participate in the community, as they desire.

g. Provide individualized budgeting and money management services to program participants as needed

h. Teach basic, intermediate and advanced social skills based on need

i. Collaborate with Landlords and Other Community Service Providers

j. Coordinate opportunities for educational advancement, such as GED preparation and attainment, post-secondary training, and vocational education

k. Assist with job preparation and attainment, such as career counseling, job preparation training, dress and grooming, job placement and job maintenance

l. Provide assistance in accessing mainstream benefits, including food stamps, childcare assistance, and health insurance, may be provided

m. Assist participant access Mental Health, AODA and Medical services as needed

n. Provide assistance with ensuring participants have access to food and clothing

o. Provide transportation and assist in developing transportation skills.

p. Develop and run weekly Life Skills Groups

q. Work with the client to establish a discharge plan six months prior to program exit and work with that client intensively to ensure exit to self-sufficiency and housing stability

3. Ensure documentation is complete and accurate

a. Use Client Tracking System to document client contacts and progress

b. Complete data entry into Wisconsin Service Point (WISP) as required

c. Complete check requests on a monthly basis and submit on time

d. Complete and maintain client files and ensure the information matches the data entered in WISP

e. Complete and file discharge plans appropriately

4. Meet with supervisors to review program, paperwork and case management issues

5. Understand cultural diversity and show respect/sensitivity for others’ values and culture

6. Promote a harassment-free environment

7. Complete other tasks as assigned by supervisors

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in a human service-related field and/or experience working with individuals and families experiencing homelessness and/or other issues that put individuals at risk of housing instability.

1. Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally, in the English language

2. Must have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license with good driving record

3. Must carry own auto insurance with at least 100,000/300,000/100,000 coverage

4. Ability to maintain records and document case notes daily

5. Ability to give and accept feedback as a part of a team

6. Ability to traverse within the workspace and community frequently

7. Be willing to learn and work with the treatment philosophies

8. Bilingual in Spanish a plus

Kenosha Human Development Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, or any other status protected under federal, state, and local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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