Case Manager-Site Based Floater bei HomeFirst
HomeFirst · San Jose, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
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Job Details
Description
POSITION: Case Manager, Site Based Floater
PROGRAM/LOCATION: Santa Clara County
SUPERVISOR: Program Manager
JOB TYPE: Full Time, Non-Exempt
COMPENSATION: $32.20/Hourly
ABOUT HOMEFIRST
Established in 1980, HomeFirst™ is a nonprofit organization passionately working to end homelessness. We serve the Bay Area community through low-barrier programming and systems leadership – meeting each person where they are by offering support and resources that address immediate and long-term housing needs. With 45 years of experience, we view housing as a fundamental human right and understand that solving homelessness requires a collaborative effort.
OUR VALUES
- Kindness: We act with empathy toward others.
- Passion: We ignite change to fulfill our mission.
- Excellence: We deliver exceptional service to our communities.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Case Manager – Floater is responsible for providing comprehensive case management services across both on-site program locations and scattered-site housing units. This role focuses on supporting participants in developing individualized stability plans, addressing barriers to housing, increasing income, and connecting with community resources. The Case Manager – Floater ensures consistent engagement with clients, whether through regular on-site meetings or in-field visits to scattered housing sites. This position plays a critical role in helping participants maintain stability, work toward self-sufficiency, and ultimately prevent a return to homelessness.
QUALITIES
The Permanent Housing Services Floater is dedicated to helping others and is passionate about contributing to efforts to prevent and end homelessness. They are adaptable, able to switch between the roles of Case Manager and Housing Specialist as needed, and responsive to the needs of participants. The Floater manages time efficiently, demonstrates strong organizational skills, and engages actively in continuous learning to improve their practice. They work collaboratively with team members, embodying the values of HomeFirst in their interactions with participants, colleagues, and the broader community.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The position reports to the Program Manager.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain a caseload of 20+ participants.
- Provide comprehensive case management services. This may include:
- Initial eligibility verification and enrollment
- Ongoing needs and status assessments
- Budgeting
- Information and referral
- Crisis de-escalation
- Safety planning, risk assessment, and mandated reporting
- Employment and benefits assistance
- Advocacy
- Other direct service provision
- Meet with participants at a frequency and location determined by their needs.
- Participate in property management meetings to collaborate on resolving issues and supporting the participant’s housing maintenance.
- Engage in the consistent application of evidence-based practices.
- Participate in case conferencing and collaborative care coordination.
- Maintain compliance with contract, agency, and licensing requirements.
- Achieve identified program and position deliverables.
- Adhere to task completion deadlines.
- Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of participant services in accordance with agency and contractual standards.
- Attend all job-related meetings, including program staff meetings and agency-wide meetings.
- Participate in opportunities for learning and skill maintenance/development.
- Utilize supervision appropriately, maintaining open lines of communication and activity.
- Assist with other duties as assigned.
BENEFITS
HomeFirst provides comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage and additional wellness options like chiropractic care, mental health support, pet insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. We offer a 401(k)-retirement plan with generous matching, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, and workers’ compensation. Employees enjoy 12 holidays, sick leave, and PTO starting at 15 days annually, increasing with tenure, plus 4 hours of civic engagement leave annually to volunteer.
ORGANIZATIONAL EQUITY STATEMENT
At HomeFirst, diversity, equity, and inclusion guide our services, workplace, and decisions. Recognizing housing as a social justice issue, we prioritize equitable practices, honor lived experiences, and uphold dignity for all. By fostering belonging, accountability, and continuous improvement, we embed DEI values in our processes, recruitment, and leadership, striving for excellence at every level.
HomeFirst is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Additionally, HomeFirst participates in the E-Verify program, as required by law.
HomeFirst is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let your recruiter know.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge and Experience, General
•1 year paid or volunteer experience in social work or related human services required
•Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BASW) or related human services degree preferred, not required
•Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
•Valid CA driver’s license and insurance, and reliable transportation. Must be able to be enrolled in the Agency Fleet Program.
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