Full Time Case Manager

To provide Case Management and support services to residents of The Gateway Shelter with the goal of promoting housing stability

• Provide direct consultation, referral, and supportive case management to residents of the shelter
• Conduct intake interviews with first time and ongoing residents to determine needs and offer appropriate supports and referrals
• Provide case management services to residents at Gateway in accordance with THHS case management strategy and as required by supervisor
• Assist residents in establishing goals, monitoring progress, and preparing case plan towards housing
• Refer residents to appropriate resources for the purpose of housing, employment, educational, recovery and other case specific needs
• Document all relevant case notes and maintain confidentiality and accuracy of case files
• Participate in regular case management meetings and other meetings as required
• Utilize community resources and cultivate where possible, useful community contacts
• Represent Gateway at community meetings as appointed by the supervisor
• Perform all related duties as determined by the Supervisor of Case Management

Education/Certifications:

• 2 years of College Social Services education and/or Psychology diploma or certificate
• NOTE: An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable
• Certificate in First Aid/CPR, Crisis Intervention

Experience:

• Minimum of two year experience in the field of Mental Health or Addictions

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Good working knowledge of community resources
• Good command of English language and interpersonal skills
• Hostel Standards Training Certificate an asset

Successful candidate will be required to provide upon hiring:

• A clear vulnerable sector screening
• Participate in our online Armatus Abuse Training and Health and Safety training required upon hiring, as well as updated annually

HOURS:  40 hours per week Monday to Friday

The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.  If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.