Are you passionate about creating opportunities for people to thrive?
Catholic Charities is the place for you!
Case Manager II
Scattered Site Program
Minneapolis Opportunity Center
Our Mission:
The mission of Catholic Charities Twin Cities is to serve those most in need and to advocate for justice in the community. Our programs for children, families, and adults serve more than 25,000 people every year. As the need for our services grows, Catholic Charities continues to adapt and respond with strategies that prevent poverty, meet basic needs in times of crisis, and create pathways to greater stability.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Join a mission-driven organization that pairs compassion with accountability and hope with action. At Catholic Charities, you’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to creating opportunity and advocating for justice. We invest in our employees through training, mentorship, and opportunities for professional growth.
WAGE RANGE: $25.00 - $28.00/hourly
JOB SUMMARY: Catholic Charities is seeking a self-motivated advocate who is compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally aware to serve as a Case Manager II in its Scattered Site Program.
They will work directly with assigned clients to develop the client's service plan, including the intake assessment of clients’ needs, available community partners and resources, and applicable Catholic Charities services. They will adhere to case documentation requirements and work directly with clients to support client success, track client progress and adjust service plans as necessary.
They will serve as an advocate for the client and provide education related to services and challenges to the community.
This position requires the candidate to have a valid Minnesota driver's license, a reliable vehicle, and be able to provide proof of insurance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Completes basic assessments, prepares, evaluates and maintains a service plan to meet the needs of the client including both Catholic Charities programs and other available community resources.
- Supports and advocates on behalf of client in the procurement of services and benefits entitlement, assisting with required paperwork as necessary.
- Makes referrals to and coordinates appropriate community resources for client.
- Maintains complete case documentation and records, as required by Catholic Charities, the funders, or licensure/regulatory bodies.
- Participates in the education of the community, volunteers, service providers, and other interested parties with respect to client services and programs.
- Coordinates with the supervisor on all aspects of client care and seeks appropriate guidance and feedback from other team members.
- May transport clients.
- Consults and cooperates with community systems to facilitate linkage, referral, crisis management and follow up, focusing on attaining goals.
- Provides assessment, education and case management services to a complex, often long-term group of assigned clients, which may include in-home visits.
- Advocates for clients in procurement of services.
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERTISE:
- Bachelor’s Degree in human services or related field preferred with minimum of two (2) years of experience working with a specific client group.
- In lieu of degree, a minimum of three (3) years of experience working with a specific client group is required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of current insurance coverage if transporting clients.
- Ability to work with diverse and/or low-income populations, including those who may be experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, and/or mental illness required.
- Additional training, education, or licensure may be required per program need.
JOB CLASSIFICATION: Regular; Full-Time; Hourly; Non-Exempt
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
CPR
Yes
Driving
Yes
Operating specialized machinery
No
Walking or standing > 2 hours/shift
Yes
Lifting up to 25lbs without assistance
Yes
Lifting up to 50lbs without assistance
No
Physically restraining clients
No
Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description Updated: 3/14/2024.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all functions that are required of the employee for this job.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in human services or a related field, or at least three years of experience working with a specific client group in lieu of a degree.
- At least two years of experience working with a specific client group if possessing the preferred bachelor's degree.
- Valid driver's license.
- Current automobile insurance coverage if transporting clients.
- Ability to work with diverse and/or low-income populations, including people experiencing homelessness, unstable housing, or mental illness.
- Additional training, education, or licensure as required by program needs.
- CPR certification.
What We Do
A social services agency providing deeply affordable housing, emergency shelters and direct services to over 25,000 children and adults each year.
