Clinical Case Worker- Shelter

Company Overview: 

New Reach is undergoing an exciting transformation in order to bring the organization to its next level of success. Working to provide, shelter, housing, stabilization and support for children, families and individuals experiencing homelessness across CT since 1990, New Reach inspires independence for those affected by homelessness and poverty. Using the most innovative and progressive methods through a continuum of housing and support, New Reach has grown to be one of the most effective nonprofits of its kind in the United States.

Why Work with Us?

At New Reach, you will be part of a compassionate and innovative team that uses the most progressive approaches to inspire independence. You’ll play a key role in a transformative movement to end homelessness and food insecurity through prevention, support, and housing solutions that create long-term stability for those we serve.

*Schedule: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week, including a 30-minute paid lunch.

*Comprehensive benefits package: 

· Medical, vision, and dental insurance

· 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Paid Sick Time

· 12 Paid Holidays 

· 1 Floating Holiday

· Life Insurance

· Long-Term Disability

Join us and be part of a team that is charting a new path toward a world with fewer evictions, more stability, and lasting independence for all.

Primary Purpose:

The Clinical Case Worker will provide essential clinical assessment, case management services and support to our clients in the shelters. The Clinical Case Worker will be responsible for developing person centered housing goals, referring to mental health and addiction services as needed for residents, conducting assessments and safety plans. 

Essential Functions:   

• Develop treatment plans for all residents entering Martha's Place.
• Referrals to MH/SA treatment programs and coordination of care.
• May develop and conduct new treatment modules (i.e.- family therapy groups or parent trainings).
• Offers direct crisis intervention and prevention to homeless women residents at New Reach shelters.
• Conducts biopsychosocial assessments, including in-depth mental health and substance abuse assessment on all shelter residents.
• Participation in the development of client housing plans/goal planning with shelter staff and residents.
• Conduct educational training programs to staff regarding issues of mental health and addiction.
• Provides short-term individual counseling for clients in the shelter.
• Assist residents in identifying specific goals including searching for permanent housing, employment, childcare or other service providers.
• On-going client management, which includes housing plans, correspondence and case notes.
• Writes progress notes and keeps accurate and current client records.
• Conduct intake assessments as needed for any new resident.
• Maintain open communication with Case Management team, relaying all issues and pertinent information.
• Leads psychoeducational groups twice weekly
• Coordinates the participation of guest speakers in the groups i.e. workshops by qualified clinicians, speakers from community agencies, nursing/medical staff, etc.).
• Attends community education and advocacy meetings as needed.
• Mandated reporter for child abuse.
• Responsible for completing and maintaining monthly DMHAS and internal reporting.
• Supervise MSW intern, including weekly supervision and reviews of student action plans.
• Serve as a trauma informed committee member.
• Rotation of evening and weekend on-call responsibilities.
• Assist with special projects and complete other duties as assigned by the Clinical Program Manager.

 Qualifications: 

• Masters in Clinical Social Work or related field required
• Two years previous experience working with homeless adults or adults living in poverty preferred.
• Experience working with homeless, HIV/AIDS preferred
• Familiarity with the physiological, psychological, sociological effects of drug dependence and mental illness.
• Familiarity and training in conducting bio-psychological assessments.
• Bi-lingual/Bi-cultural preferred
• Excellent verbal skills with an ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work well with a team
• Strong advocacy skills required
• Strong computer skills required for database and Microsoft programs.

Expectations: 

• This is an in-person position, no hybrid option (regular schedule is Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm).
• Have a solutions-based approach to presented problems.
• Be supportive, engaging and encouraging to peers and staff.
• Be adaptable to change and willing to take on more responsibility.
• Maintain strict confidentiality concerning any client's or employees' personal information, living information, and/or HIV status.
• Provides a commitment to the values of New Reach: Professionalism, Integrity, Compassion and Initiative.
• Adheres to all New Reach's Policies and Procedures.

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