Disaster Construction Case Manager

  • Full-time

Company Description

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston provides a comprehensive network of social services aimed at promoting and facilitating self-sufficiency. We offer support and opportunities that empower people and communities to grow and thrive.

 

***APPLICATION: For consideration, interested applicants should apply at 

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=17421&clientkey=C184945087565AE7BAA81D76126F1823

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Catholic Charities disaster response team-along with the knowledge and expertise of our member agencies-mobilizes quickly and effectively to aid those experiencing or recovering from disasters.  

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is seeking a Disaster Case Manager that will be responsible for providing a wide variety of disaster recovery client services. The Case Manager will be responsible for a variety of tasks including but not limited to disaster relief: assessments, supportive services, information and referral, financial assistance, advocacy and the development of long-term disaster recovery plans. The Case Manager is also responsible for maintaining case files in accordance with agency policies and gathering and reporting program statistical and outcome data. Evening and weekend work may be required, and frequent field work is required.   

The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, organizational skills and have the ability to prioritize tasks.  

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

  • Provide direct disaster client case management services including, but not limited to: rapport building, client intake and eligibility determination, assessment, individualized long-term recovery planning, disaster recovery information and referral, advocacy, case monitoring and aftercare services. Provide direct assistance as available. 
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in client files in compliance with agency policies and guidelines including: intake and assessment, service plans, case notes, quarterly review and revision of service plans and other documents as required by funding sources and agency policy. Participate in continuous quality review of client records for compliance with agency standards.
  • Collaborate with other social service agencies to coordinate client services. Maintain accurate records of participation with eternal partners.  
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, human services or social services field preferred. In lieu of degree, 2 years of case manager experience.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

 

  • Ability to respond compassionately to persons who are in crisis, terminally ill or victims of domestic violence, while maintaining appropriate and professional boundaries.

 

  • Knowledge of general disaster recovery or social work practice and specific knowledge of trauma and domestic violence preferred.

 

  • Two years of experience with case management, clients of trauma preferred.

 

  • Knowledge of community resources within agency area of service preferred.

 

  • Strong interviewing and assessment skills.

 

  • Must be able to practice and maintain client/program confidentiality, while at the same time function as a collaborating staff/team player.

 

  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines concurrently.

 

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

 

  • Nonprofit experience is preferred.

 

  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access).

Additional Information

***APPLICATION: For consideration, interested applicants should apply at

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=17421&clientkey=C184945087565AE7BAA81D76126F1823

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 713-526-4611 ext. 6597 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.