Description
Overview:
The Housing Stabilization Case Manager I supports newly-housed clients to gain stability through connections to community resources and mainstream benefits.
At The Haven, we believe in “Housing First,” an approach that prioritizes permanent housing (as opposed to temporary shelter) for people experiencing homelessness.
About The Haven:
The Haven’s mission is to provide a safe and welcoming space for people experiencing homelessness or extreme poverty, supporting individuals and families as they pursue stability through connections to resources and creative housing interventions. Located in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia, trained staff and dedicated volunteers at The Haven practice radical hospitality, opening the doors wide for any and everyone, no matter their circumstances.
At The Haven, we value the diversity of backgrounds, experience, perspectives, and skill sets that we collectively provide to our community, Clients, and colleagues. We celebrate and thrive on our differences and welcome everyone’s unique contributions.
Benefits:
Health insurance stipend
Retirement plan contribution
22 PTO days and 12 paid holidays per year
Wellness stipend
Professional development stipend
Parental leave
Overview:
The Housing Stabilization Case Manager I supports newly-housed clients to gain stability through connections to community resources and mainstream benefits.
At The Haven, we believe in “Housing First,” an approach that prioritizes permanent housing (as opposed to temporary shelter) for people experiencing homelessness.
Overview:
Overview:
The Housing Stabilization Case Manager I supports newly-housed clients to gain stability through connections to community resources and mainstream benefits.
The Housing Stabilization Case Manager I supports newly-housed clients to gain stability through connections to community resources and mainstream benefits.
At The Haven, we believe in “Housing First,” an approach that prioritizes permanent housing (as opposed to temporary shelter) for people experiencing homelessness.
At The Haven, we believe in “Housing First,” an approach that prioritizes permanent housing (as opposed to temporary shelter) for people experiencing homelessness.
About The Haven:
The Haven’s mission is to provide a safe and welcoming space for people experiencing homelessness or extreme poverty, supporting individuals and families as they pursue stability through connections to resources and creative housing interventions. Located in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia, trained staff and dedicated volunteers at The Haven practice radical hospitality, opening the doors wide for any and everyone, no matter their circumstances.
At The Haven, we value the diversity of backgrounds, experience, perspectives, and skill sets that we collectively provide to our community, Clients, and colleagues. We celebrate and thrive on our differences and welcome everyone’s unique contributions.
About The Haven:
About The Haven:
The Haven’s mission is to provide a safe and welcoming space for people experiencing homelessness or extreme poverty, supporting individuals and families as they pursue stability through connections to resources and creative housing interventions. Located in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia, trained staff and dedicated volunteers at The Haven practice radical hospitality, opening the doors wide for any and everyone, no matter their circumstances.
The Haven’s mission is to provide a safe and welcoming space for people experiencing homelessness or extreme poverty, supporting individuals and families as they pursue stability through connections to resources and creative housing interventions. Located in downtown Charlottesville, Virginia, trained staff and dedicated volunteers at The Haven practice radical hospitality, opening the doors wide for any and everyone, no matter their circumstances.
At The Haven, we value the diversity of backgrounds, experience, perspectives, and skill sets that we collectively provide to our community, Clients, and colleagues. We celebrate and thrive on our differences and welcome everyone’s unique contributions.
At The Haven, we value the diversity of backgrounds, experience, perspectives, and skill sets that we collectively provide to our community, Clients, and colleagues. We celebrate and thrive on our differences and welcome everyone’s unique contributions.
Benefits:
Health insurance stipend
Retirement plan contribution
22 PTO days and 12 paid holidays per year
Wellness stipend
Professional development stipend
Parental leave
Benefits:
Benefits:
Health insurance stipend
Retirement plan contribution
22 PTO days and 12 paid holidays per year
Wellness stipend
Professional development stipend
Parental leave
Job Duties
Basic Responsibilities:
Conduct program enrollment meetings, including Rapid Re-Housing
Assist Client with initial move-in needs in coordination with other program coordinators
Work with Clients to create housing stability plans, moving them towards self-sustainability
Establish transparent, collaborative, and trusting relationships with Clients to promote and support housing stability
Advocate on behalf of Clients for eligible services and housing opportunities, such as Permanent Supportive Housing
Refer Client to other community resources when needed and follow up to ensure referrals were completed
Attend assigned community-wide meetings to discuss and troubleshoot issues regarding housing stability
Conduct ongoing outreach to establish a network of community resources and services
Become SOAR-trained (after being hired)
Complete quality assurance surveys with Clients during and after completion of the program
Maintain digital files and notes in HMIS database
Contribute to the development and refinement of housing program policies
Conduct program enrollment meetings, including Rapid Re-Housing
Assist Client with initial move-in needs in coordination with other program coordinators
Work with Clients to create housing stability plans, moving them towards self-sustainability
Establish transparent, collaborative, and trusting relationships with Clients to promote and support housing stability
Advocate on behalf of Clients for eligible services and housing opportunities, such as Permanent Supportive Housing
Refer Client to other community resources when needed and follow up to ensure referrals were completed
Attend assigned community-wide meetings to discuss and troubleshoot issues regarding housing stability
Conduct ongoing outreach to establish a network of community resources and services
Become SOAR-trained (after being hired)
Complete quality assurance surveys with Clients during and after completion of the program
Maintain digital files and notes in HMIS database
Contribute to the development and refinement of housing program policies
Skills Required
Skills Required:
Experience in housing program case management or direct care with vulnerable populations
Experience working with populations challenged with homelessness
Social justice-oriented, a team player, and committed to working alongside families as they transition out of homelessness
Driver’s license and regular access to reliable transportation
Experience in housing program case management or direct care with vulnerable populations
Experience working with populations challenged with homelessness
Social justice-oriented, a team player, and committed to working alongside families as they transition out of homelessness
Driver’s license and regular access to reliable transportation
Additional Info
Desired Skills:
Familiarity with: Motivational Interviewing, Critical Time Intervention, Progressive Engagement, trauma-informed care, harm reduction
Excellent oral/written communication skills in conjunction with computer/data entry skills for maintaining online database and other records
Being a self-starter, capable of completing tasks within an assigned time frame
Good interpersonal skills and good sense of humor; team player
Ability to think outside the box and adapt to dynamic work settings
Good personal/professional boundaries and self-care practices
Desired Skills:
Desired Skills:
Familiarity with: Motivational Interviewing, Critical Time Intervention, Progressive Engagement, trauma-informed care, harm reduction
Excellent oral/written communication skills in conjunction with computer/data entry skills for maintaining online database and other records
Being a self-starter, capable of completing tasks within an assigned time frame
Good interpersonal skills and good sense of humor; team player
Ability to think outside the box and adapt to dynamic work settings
Good personal/professional boundaries and self-care practices