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JR 4897
Re-Entry Case Manager
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Salary: $23.24 to $28.28 per hour
Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year
Full Time
Non-Exempt
Driving Required
Lower end of range will apply to candidates who meet minimum experience or have limited years of relevant experience. The higher end of range will apply to seasoned candidates with considerable years of relevant experience.
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PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our ICMS Department as a Re-Entry Case Manager, working out of our Los Angeles office on Madison Avenue.
ABOUT PATH
Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness. PATH operates services throughout California, connecting our clients to a comprehensive continuum of homelessness prevention, street outreach, employment preparation and placement assistance, individualized case management, supportive services, interim housing, and permanent supportive housing.
ABOUT OUR RE-ENTRY ICMS PROGRAM
PATH’s Re-Entry Intensive Case Management Services (RICMS) Program provides services to individuals re-entering society following criminal justice involvement. Re-entry intensive case management services include, but are not limited to, outreach/ engagement, case management, assessment and service planning, interim and permanent housing application, housing location, coordinating needed health services, and addressing all psychosocial service needs to stabilize clients in housing, reduce functional, health and mental health barriers, promote recovery, community integration and socialization.
ABOUT THE CASE MANAGER
Case Mangers work as part of a multidisciplinary team comprised of other case managers, housing providers and subsidy funders, and community providers, including JCOD.Within the RICMS Program, Case Managers are responsible forproviding field-based, direct-client ICMS services designed to stabilize clients in their return to society.
Position Responsibilities include:
- Provide field-based and mobile case management services in the areas of, but not limited to: Independent living skills, housing stabilization, money management, community integration, employment linkage, benefits establishment, linkage to community providers for substance abuse, primary and mental health care, and all other services needed to assist clients in reaching their treatment plan goals.
- Provide strengths-based case management and service coordination services designed to assist clients in obtaining and maintaining stable housing.
- Provide necessary and indicated direct care and referral services to an assigned caseload.
- Develop individualized treatment plan in collaboration with client addressing short-term and long-term goals.
- Provide on-going case management support to assess progress and ensure treatment plan outcomes are met or changed as needed.
- Conduct crisis and risk assessments in consultation with supervisor/team or LCSW.
- Provide crisis intervention services focused on enhancing the clients’ ability to independently problem solve, utilize effective coping skills, and manage and self-coordinate own care.
WHAT YOU BRING
We’re looking for candidates that:
- Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPAA standards
- Demonstrate knowledge of or experience with evidence-based case management techniques including critical time intervention, trauma informed care, harm reduction strategies, crisis intervention techniques and motivational interviewing
- Possess a high level of tolerance and understanding for individuals with urgent and multiple case management and health needs
- Work just as well independently as they do on a team
- Exercise mature judgement, and are highly motivated, self-starting and proactive
- Are excellent at communicating, whether in writing or verbally
- Have a strong sense of prioritization and can coordinate multiple demands in a high-pressure environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following education and professional experience is preferred:
- Two (2) years of experience in healthcare, case management, homeless services or working with vulnerable
populations or a related field.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- All levels of education and experience are welcome
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
For this role the Case Manager must:
- Be able and willing to work flexible hours which may include evenings or weekends
- Have employment eligibility verification
- Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
- Provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination
- Successfully complete the following as a condition of hire:
- Tuberculosis Test
- Background Screening
- Drug Test
DRIVING
Driving is an essential function of this position. To meet the employment requirements for this role, all candidates must:
- Have reliable transportation
- A valid driver’s license
- Proof of insurance and ownership for personal vehicles used during work duties
- The ability to qualify for PATH's insurance coverage
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
PATH is committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and objectivity in our services and employment practices. To avoid potential conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of our programs, we are unable to employ individuals who are currently receiving services from PATH or have received services within the past two years.
CALIFORNIA-BASED WORK EXPECTATIONS
We are a California employer. Therefore, all regular and customary work must be performed within the state. Approval for work outside of the office, does not establish approval for work to be conducted outside of California.
PATH does not offer fully remote positions. Hybrid schedules are determined by the specific responsibilities of each position and organizational requirements and may be adjusted at any time to align with those needs.
WHAT WE OFFER
In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.
READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH ACTION?
If this position sounds like a fit, please submit your application today. A resume is required.
PATH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, PATH complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
PATH will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
PATH is dedicated to racial and social justice by centering equity in our service delivery and maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment for the communities we serve. We seek awareness and insight from witnessing the stories of our clients and learning from the experiences of our staff to ensure impactful systems change. If people are empowered, they can bring their authentic, whole selves to work and when people feel like they belong, they can become part of a unified effort of ending homelessness for all.
