Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc.

Case Manager I - Housing Coordinator - Wilson Community Health Center

Wilson, NC, US

Remote
Full-time
$19.75/hour
2 days ago
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Summary

Come join our "Family" and be part of providing healthcare In the Community…For the Community. Carolina Family Health Centers, Inc. provides accessible and affordable health care with excellence…where patients come first. Regardless of an individual's ability to pay or their insurance status, we believe that EVERYONE deserves access to quality health care. As a nonprofit, federally qualified health center (FQHC), we strive to meet the needs of our community and breakdown barriers that prevent individuals from seeking health care. Our service offering includes primary medical care, behavioral health, pharmacy and dental services in an integrated model that provides a comprehensive approach to care for our patients. Position Overview The Case Manager I - Housing Coordinator at Wilson Community Health Center provides case management to HIV clients utilizing The Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) program funds, resource identification and assist clients in accessing supportive services. This position reports to the Ryan White Program Manager. THIS POSITION OFFERS A 40-HOUR WORKWEEK, NO WEEKENDS, FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE, 12 PAID HOLIDAYS, BI-WEEKLY PAY. Essential Tasks * Provide outreach to Region 8, Part B counties Housing Authorities and private landlords in order to locate and identify housing locations for clients utilizing HOPWA funds. Develop and maintain a resource guide. Report on housing availability at monthly staff meeting. Act as liaison between housing authorities and Ryan White Program. * Accept referrals from HIV case managers and conducts initial assessment of need. Initiate quarterly contact with HIV Case Managers to case conference on shared clients. * Certify an applicant for participation in the R8NHP program. Certification includes making income verifications and eligibility determinations. * Work with clients and HIV Case Managers to collaboratively develop housing stability plans and recommend available R8NHP and community-based housing assistance. Housing Coordinator will contact the HIV Case Manager at least every six months to case conference regarding the client's housing stability. * Compute utility allowances, tenant rent and housing assistance payments for long-term rental assistance. * Explain program rules and expectations, and client's obligations and rights under program, including grievance process. Experience and Education * Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, health education, or equivalent; or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with two years of experience working in human services. * Effective communication and interpersonal skills. * Must demonstrate the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients and nursing interventions under the direct supervision of providers. * Strong computer skills and working knowledge of the windows-based environment and Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience. * Active North Carolina Driver License. Schedule Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8 am - 5 pm 8-hour shift Day shift Physical Requirements * Individuals may need to sit or stand for long periods of time, occasional bending, stooping, lifting including of patients, reaching forwards and overhead. * Possibly requires walking primarily on a level service for periods throughout the day. * Both proper lifting techniques and frequent computer work are required. * Must be able to travel freely in the local area; between clinics, hospitals, health departments, etc. Benefits * 401(k) and match * AD&D insurance * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Employee assisted program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Holidays * Vision insurance Job Type Full-time License/Certification * BLS Certification * Licensed Practical Nurse * Active North Carolina Driver License Base Pay Overview The starting pay for this position is $19.75 per hour. Please keep in mind that actual salary will vary based on various factors such as qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the roles.

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