Homeless Prevention Case Manager

Department: Housing Services Job Description: Homeless Prevention Case Manager Reports to: RRH Program Manager The Organization: Homeward Bound is the leading nonprofit organization in Buncombe County focused on preventing and ending homelessness, with Prioritizing Home. We work collaboratively with community partners and have a proven track record of helping individuals and families achieve housing stability. Since 2006, Homeward Bound has moved more than 2, 760+ people off the streets, out of cars, camps, and shelters and into permanent housing. Position: Homeward Bound'sHousing Services Program provides short-term financial assistance for housing and case management support to individuals and families at imminent risk of homelessness in Buncombe County. The program's temporary financial assistance assists with rental and utility arrears, short-term rental and/or utility assistance and can also provide move-in cost assistance in cases where a client loses their current housing. The program offers resources and services that are tailored to the unique needs of the household. The Case Manager is a source of support and guidance. Prevention case managers are trained in diversion to assist clients in identifying strengths and social resource in an effort to divert from the homeless shelter system and avoid homelessness. Additionally, Case Managers are trained to assist individuals with identifying barriers to housing stability and engage in goal planning that aims to link individuals to the resources and skills that they need in order to achieve long-term housing stability. This person must also have experience working with mental illnesses and substance abuse disorders. Most importantly, we are looking for individuals that have passion for the work and compassion for all people experiencing homelessness in our community, no exceptions. Schedule and compensation: This is a full time, non-exempt position with $24.15 hourly compensation.