Case Manager SEE-5

Description:

Summary:

Under the supervision of the CRC Coordinator, the CRC Case Manager will service all clients in need of basic needs such as, but not limited to; food, shelter, clothing, medical insurance, translation, advocacy and/or other services as needed.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Reports to the CRC Coordinator or designee.

Provides direct services to clients with emergency services, such as referrals for food & housing, SSI papers, translations, job information and other community resources referrals.

Maintains accurate and updated clients' files with mandated documentation as per contracts and agency policies and guidelines.

Provides instruction in job seeking and participates in the development of job opportunities for clients.

Monitors progress toward accomplishments of client's goals and objectives.

Monitors programs goals to insure compliance with contract provisions.

Enter and maintain accurate client's information into COMET data base and/or other database as assigned.

Participates in the development of proposals, program planning and new initiatives.

Prepares statistical and narrative reports as required by funders and the agency's established policies and procedures.

Participates in community activities as needed and committees especially when issues affect the Hispanic family.

Attends all staff meetings and events as assigned.

Any other duties as assigned by supervisor or delegates.

Requirements:

Position Qualifications:

Competency Statement(s)

Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.

Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or job type.

Ethical - Ability to demonstrate professionalism conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.

Leadership- Ability to Motivate, influence, and support others to accomplish team and organizational goals.

Training & Presentation Skills.

Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.

Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.

Skills And Abilities:

Associate's degree in human service. Work or related field. FDC Preferred.

Three years' experience in the field of Human Services.

At least two years of experience working with low-income population.

Bilingual in English and Spanish required.

A combination of training and experience other than the specified, if judged to be adequate for the job, may be accepted by the President and CEO

Physical Demands:

The position does require occasional standing, squatting, lifting of up to approximately 40 lbs. And frequent sitting.

Ibero American Action League is committed to the policy of equal employment opportunity. This policy expressly prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, gender identity or expression, carrier status, domestic violence victim status, veteran status, or status as a member of any other protected group or activity.

Authority:

This position holds a relatively high degree of independence within the framework of the agency’s policies and procedures. Must exercise considerable autonomy and initiative and make decisions regarding completion of tasks and monitoring activities. Must use sound judgment in reaching those decisions and use established policies and procedures in the day-to-day direct service tasks.

Physical Demands:

The position does require occasional standing, squatting, and lifting to approximately 40 lbs. And frequent sitting.