Job Application - Stephen Center, Inc.

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HERO-Case Manager

Stephen Center has served homeless and low-income individuals in Omaha since 1984 with the mission to partner with the community, families and individuals to overcome homelessness, addiction and poverty.  The Pettigrew Emergency Shelter and Permanent Supportive Housing offerings provide safe and secure housing while individuals and families complete an assessment of permanent housing options. All Stephen Center residents have access to dual diagnosis support services via the HERO addiction/recovery program. 100% of Stephen Center shelter supportive housing participants are living in poverty.  Housing transition support identifies poverty barriers that may impact one’s ability to achieve or maintain permanent housing through case management, life skills, and behavioral health services. Stephen Center serves approximately 250 people daily in all programs.  

Purpose:  This position is responsible for many aspects ensuring clients of the HERO program are receiving appropriate referrals to meet their outside needs and are preparing for their sober future.  This position will be working clients, clinical, staff, and administrative staff to ensure the safety and security of the HERO building.

 

Key Accountabilities:

·         Ensure all safety and security guidelines are followed.

·         Coordination of all Recovery activities and meetings.

·         Coordinate medical, dental and psychiatric services.

·         Assist Program Director.

·         Financial application completion with prospective clients.

·         Intake and orientation with prospective clients.

·         Client file completion and tear down.

·         Client lease responsibility.

·         Clarity administration (HMIS).

·         Conducting client room checks ensuring cleanliness.

·         Completing client chore lists.

·         Medication observation and client compliance.

·         Monthly medication counts and medication sheets.

·         Community connections for services and partnerships.

·         Assist clients with Federal and State Entitlement benefits.

·         Responsible for organization of file storage.

·         Team oriented.

·         Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills.

·         Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

·         Strong organizational and time management skills.

·         Ability to manage and coordinate multiple tasks and balance long and short term projects simultaneously.

·         Ability to work with staff and clients quickly, accurately and effectively in a dynamic work environment.

·         Commitment to the utmost confidentiality in the handling of all HERO activities, client records, etc.

·         Computerized building security system/Basic IT Management.

·         Make client, employee and intern access keys.

·         Ensure compliance with alarm systems.

·         Track client movement, as needed.

·         Other duties as assigned.

 

Position Requirements:

·         Minimum of high school diploma or GED.

·         Work experience in case management or human services preferred.

·         Standing - Periodically

·         Walking - Periodically

·         Kneeling –  Periodically

·         Pushing/Pulling– Periodically

·         Lifting up to 20 pounds -  Periodically

·         Conducts self in a manner of professionalism that is conducive to recovery from mental illness, co-occurring disorders and overall wellness, including a minimum of one year of continuous sobriety if in recovery, from the substance for which you are in recovery.

·         Abides by all specific program and Agency procedures, policies, and requirements.

·         An authentic and honest employee plays a key role in the client’s recovery. Often, an employee will inadvertently become a role model for the client, regardless of whether an employee has direct contact with clients on a daily basis.  Therefore, Stephen Center employees will conduct themselves with honesty and integrity.

·         Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·         While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

G   Great health benefits:

Medical

Dental, vision, STD, and Life are covered 100% employer paid

Salary: $20-$22 per hour

Other Benefits include:

SIMPLE IRA with 3% match

Paid PTO

Complimentary Life Insurance, Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance

10 paid holidays

Free Planet Fitness membership to 36th & L location-$120 value!

22% Discount at Verizon Wireless

Free on-site lunches

Monthly employee engagement activities, recognition opportunities and more!!

Stephen Center offers competitive salaries and a full array of benefits commensurate with NAM Guidelines.

Stephen Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in Stephen Center!