Case Manager- Homeless Services

POSITION SUMMARY: Pay Rate: $23.08/hour
This is a professional position that will provide Housing Stability Case Management services and supportive interventions to individuals who are literally homeless and identified by the Street Outreach Jurisdictional, dispatchable and targeted outreach teams. Upon assignment the Housing Stability Case Manager will immediately work to engage the individual to develop a safe, permanent and sustainable housing plan. Simultaneously to this goal for housing, the case manager is also responsible for connecting those individuals who are uninsured to the Pinellas Health Plan, and providing on-going case management services to address the needs of the individual, such as mental health services, transportation to needed service appointments, earned and unearned income, etc. This position will work closely with other service providers, both internally and externally, and funders to provide complete comprehensive services in the community setting. This position is required to complete dual entries into two separate systems: the agency electronic health record and the Pinellas Health Management Information System (P-HMIS). DFL prides itself on the fact that it is a trauma informed care services provider. This position requires that trauma informed practices are embedded into all services provided. This position is field based. Hours are flexible, evening and weekend work is required.
Education Requirement
Bachelor's Degree in psychology, social work, criminal justice or related area of study from an accredited university strongly preferred, with a minimum of 2 years of experience working with in the field with people who are homeless or housing unstable, or other vulnerable populations required.
Must have reliable transportation and be able to use personal vehicle to transport clients. Must have and maintain clear driving record, must have valid Florida Driver License, maintain required automobile insurance coverage and pass the annual vehicle inspection.
Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or be willing to be vaccinated against COVID-19 immediately upon hire. This position is required to get and remain fully vaccinated per the CDC guidelines for healthcare organizations. This is a condition of employment.