Job description

We are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated Housing Case Manager to join our team and assist the homeless population in Region 5 (Howard, Miami, Tipton, and Wabash counties) in securing housing referrals. As a Housing Case Manager, you will work closely with Service Providers to eliminate homelessness, prevent near-term homelessness, and provide assistance in finding available state and federal resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create an Individual Housing Plan with clients, establish short and long-term goals, and issue service provider referrals
• Provide weekly contact with each client and maintain data collection of clients served
• Advocate on the client’s behalf with outside agencies and programs and evaluate client progress and make adjustments to the Housing Plan when necessary
• Act as a liaison between landlords, homeless programs, community organizations and clients, and maintain a current list of local landlords
• Arrange and/or help with transportation of clients as needed, and attend FSA all-staff meetings, Regional Planning Council on Homelessness meetings, Coordinated Entry meetings, and training sessions
• Assist with grant renewals and grant reporting to IHCDA, IDVA and HUD and maintain a working knowledge of the IHCDA grant as well as supportive housing programs
• Conduct presentations, resource fairs, and community outreach activities as directed by the Director of Community Services.

Qualifications:

• High School Education required; Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and/or a combination of education and relevant experience preferred
• One to three years’ minimum experience in social work, housing, or work with homeless populations, three to five years’ experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills with experience in Microsoft Office software and the ability to learn other software programs currently in use
• Possess case management skills, analytical and problem-solving skills, and knowledge of housing rules, regulations, policies and available programs, such as Section 8 and various voucher programs
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English, and handle stressful situations
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, have a car for full-time business use, and maintain State of Indiana minimum insurance coverage.

Working Conditions: This is a part-time position in an office setting with some travel to other counties in Region 5 to meet with clients, landlords or service providers. There may be exposure to or interaction with potentially dangerous persons and/or communicable disease and may be exposed to home environments that may include cigarette smoke, dust, pet dander, and/or other hazardous airborne elements. This position may include evening, weekend work, and/or nontraditional work schedules.

If you are passionate about helping the homeless population and have the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Family Services Association of Howard County is an equal opportunity employer including, but not limited to, Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, Sexual Orientation, and Gender Identity.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kokomo, IN 46901: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to complete and able to pass all required criminal background checks?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Case management, housing, or work with homeless populations: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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