Intensive Case Manager
Job Description
Good Shepherd Centres strive to enhance the quality of life for all who seek assistance and support in our community. Good Shepherd Centres Reaching Home Division is currently recruiting for the following Full-Time position:
Intensive Case Manager
Why should I join Good Shepherd Centres?
- Be a part of a caring TEAM THAT SUPPORTS OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY
- Part of a FAMILY
- POSITIVEand ENCOURAGING atmosphere
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
- Extended Health Care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness Program
What does an Intensive Case Manager for the Reaching Home Division do?
The Case Managers will provide trauma informed, intensive case management services to women, families, and youth who are experiencing chronic homelessness.
- Successful candidates will work with service users in the community to secure permanent housing and will provide ongoing case management supports for up to 24 months;
- The case managers will work closely with partner agencies to leverage and coordinate the assets and services available in Hamilton to ensure that service users have their individualized housing and support needs met;
- The successful candidates will have a demonstrated knowledge of Housing First frameworks and the ability to assist service users with system navigation;
- Work takes place in the office, overflow hotels, emergency shelters, and in the community;
- Will accompany service users to community appointments, apartment viewings, and will attend service users’ homes for monthly home visits;
- Must be willing and able to assist service users in a hands-on capacity;
- Time management skills are necessary in a high energy, changing environment;
- Ability to work independently
Requirements & Prerequisites
What qualifications are required to be an Intensive Case Manager?
- Minimum 2-years related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience;
- Post-secondary education in social services or related field is required;
- Fluency in a 2nd language is an asset;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and strong written and oral communication skills required;
- CPR certification or willingness to be certified is required;
- Valid G license required;
- An in depth understanding of trauma, addictions, mental health, and homelessness is required;
- Creative problem solving and advocacy skills required.
**Shifts are Day shifts (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and one evening shift per week (11 a.m. – 7 p.m.) and may include some weekends. Some flexibility in work hours may be required.
How To Apply
Please reply with cover letter and resume quoting Job Title by December 13th 2022 to:
Nimmu Joseph, Program Manager
Reaching Home Division
Fax: 905-528-9847
Email: njoseph@gsch.ca
Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti-racist and anti-oppression framework. We strive to establish workplaces that reflect and are enhanced by the rich diversity of the community we serve.
Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from all people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you need accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 905-528-5877 ex 2265.
Good Shepherd has a mandatory verification of COVID-19 vaccination policy. More information on the full policy requirements and accommodation allowances will be provided to those selected for an interview.
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