S:US is seeking a Case Manager for their homeless prevention program -Home Base.
This position is located at W. 181 Street (St. Nicholas Ave.)New York, NY 10033
SCOPE OF ROLE:
The Case Manager provides comprehensive case management services to individuals and families at risk of homelessness. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing service plans, connecting participants to housing and community resources, assisting with benefits and financial assistance applications, and supporting clients in achieving long-term housing stability and self-sufficiency.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide case management services to individuals and families at risk of homelessness.
- Conduct assessments and develop individualized service plans to address housing barriers.
- Connect participants to housing resources, benefits, and supportive services.
- Assist clients with financial assistance applications and benefit enrollment or reinstatement.
- Advocate for clients and coordinate services with community providers and landlords.
- Monitor participant progress and maintain accurate case records and documentation.
- Support clients in achieving housing stability, self-sufficiency, and long-term success.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure participants receive comprehensive services.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits Overview: We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits including Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision/Life Insurance; 403(b); Credit Union; FSAs; Short-and-Long-Term Disability; Transportation Plan; Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays’
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS:
- HS Diploma, GED, or AA degree in related field and two years qualifying experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- MSW or bachelor’s degree preferred in related field.
- Knowledge of the Department of Homeless Services, the Human Resources Administration, and entitlements.
- Knowledge of the complex interaction of multiple factors of homelessness, incarceration, and substance abuse, mental health and domestic violence is preferred with sensitivity to cultural and gender specific issues with both individuals and families.
Company Overview
S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others. We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and development. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you.
We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.
S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at [email protected].
ID2026-18988Skills Required
- High school diploma, GED, or associate degree in a related field
- Two years of qualifying experience
- Bachelor's degree or MSW in a related field
- Knowledge of the Department of Homeless Services, Human Resources Administration, and entitlements
- Knowledge of factors related to homelessness, incarceration, substance abuse, mental health, and domestic violence
- Sensitivity to cultural and gender-specific issues involving individuals and families
What We Do
Services for the UnderServed (S:US) is a New York nonprofit human-services organization serving people with disabilities, people in poverty, and people facing homelessness. It creates pathways to rich and productive lives through housing, employment, skills-building, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery services. S:US works with tens of thousands of individuals and their families across New York City and Long Island each year.
