Job Title: Case Manager 

FLSA Status: Full-time/Non-exempt (Temporary) 

Schedule: Varied

Supervises: N/A 

Rate of Pay: $26/hr

Closing Date: 11/06/2024

Benefits: Standard; Full-time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following:

Sick leave benefit – 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.)

Function

Denver Metro Social Services (DMSS) is seeking a case manager. Case Manager core activities through DMSS will include housing navigation, ongoing case management services for participating families which includes assessment, search and lease up in housing, identifying and administering appropriate financial interventions, referrals to community resources (clothing, food and other emergency assistances), and regular family case management meetings including home visits as needed. The case manager will also coordinate and facilitate participant orientation meetings.  

 

Duties and Responsibilities

The Case Manager’s core activities through DMSS will include:

A passion for the mission of The Salvation Army  Strong communication and people skills  Demonstrated history of providing professional, effective programming with individuals, children, and families  Ability to complete timely and detailed documentation (including assessments)  Ability to use professional judgment to determine appropriate interventions  Desire to serve others by building on their strengths   Strong skills in customer service  Competent in working independently within clear parameters in a team environment  Bi-lingual (preferred)  Successfully pass background check  Internal PTM training within first three months of employment  Performs other duties as required. 

 

Education, Experience, Skills, and Qualifications

Master’s degree in social work (MSW), preferred.  Bachelor’s degree in human services, Social Work, Public Health or comparable field required.   Two years’ work experience with homeless populations, preferably with families in crisis.   Experience with case management required.   Be supportive of The Salvation Army’s mission. Ability to reflect and model the high standards of our organization as one of the world’s most distinguished human services charitable organizations.  Must be minimally 21 years of age and possessing a valid in-state Driver's License

 

Physical Requirements

Ability to maneuver. Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship.

 The Salvation Army Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.