Case Manager
St Louis, MO, US, 63101-1114
St. Patrick Center provides opportunities for self-sufficiency and dignity to people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Individuals and families build permanent, positive change in their lives through safe and affordable housing, sound mental and physical health, and employment and financial stability.
Working collaboratively with individuals, businesses, government and other service providers, St. Patrick Center will end chronic homelessness in the St. Louis region through Housing First, an evidence-based practice that tells us to remove barriers, do intake and assessment early, move people into housing and offer them support to achieve their goals.
Position Summary
St. Patrick Center, a ministry of Catholic Charities, is hiring a case manager to join our Grant Per Diem (GPD) Program. This role is essential in supporting veterans who are housed in our Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program and those participating in the GPD program’s retention initiatives. We are looking for a case manager skilled in completing assessments, creating individualized treatment plans, and coordinating housing services. The core working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30pm.
Overview and Responsibilities
- Assess the strengths, concerns, and immediate/long term needs of clients.
- Make regular in-home visits to observe indicators of the client’s progress.
- Assist with transportation, clothing, furniture, and food needs of clients
- Assist with monthly budgeting of clients
- Collaborate with internal and externals services as needed.
- Receive input from Grant Per Diem staff regarding housing, mentoring, substance use and other immediate/long term needs.
- Assist and complete special case management projects as directed by Program Director
- Complete daily and monthly departmental paperwork
- Update client’s electronic files in CaseWorthy daily, to include communication with clients, services provided, or any internal or external referrals made.
- Create and maintain an organized hard copy file for each client.
- Refer clients to additional resources to address other service needs such as mental health and substance use disorders, and legal assistance.
- Make referrals to other SPC Programs as appropriate.
- Refer clients to local VA medical centers for potential health and financial benefits assistance.
- Develop relationships with clients and their natural support.
- Work with other employment and veteran services programs within the community and St. Patrick Center staff.
- Networks with federal, state, and local agencies
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Experience Requirements
- Degree in Social Work or related fields and/or 2 to 4 years of equivalent professional experience required.
- BSW or related field preferred.
- Prefer 1-2 years’ experience working with the unhoused population preferred.
- Reliable vehicle is required.
- Driver’s license required (MO residents require Class E).
- Valid and current auto insurance required.
- Knowledge of housing and other supportive service resources.
Skill and Competencies Required
- Ability to perform effective case management.
- Ability to manage a large caseload.
- Ability to follow, understand, and meet program requirements, including paperwork.
- Interest in helping veterans reach their full potential.
- Ability to work well with a wide range of people in various settings.
- Excellent computer skills and the ability to process data.
- Ability to handle confidential information.
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Available to work a minimum of 37.5 hours a week.
Resources for Which Accoutable
- None
St. Patrick Center does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities. St. Patrick Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.