Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

COME CREATE IMPACT WITH US Downtown Streets Team (DST) is looking for a passionate and outgoing Case Manager in Oakland who is ready to help us end homelessness through the dignity of work and the power of community. We run two proven programs in 20 cities that successfully transition the unhoused to self-sufficiency. The Nonprofit Times calls Downtown Streets Team one of the best nonprofits to work for. Our innovative model of social action has been recognized as one of five evidence-based, best-practices in California. We offer meaningful work alongside compassionate and talented colleagues as well as competitive benefits & salaries. We encourage collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning. SUMMARY: We're looking for a full-time Case Manager to work with our Team Members on housing, employment, and other self-sufficiency goals. You'll be working directly with Team Members to navigate services and help them reduce barriers to self-sufficiency through strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, while managing priorities and workflow. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Provide compassionate support and assistance to each Team Member to achieve their goals on housing, jobs, transportation, health, and legal issues Work with Team Members to develop job search collateral, run employment readiness workshops, and employment-focused volunteer pairing events Develop housing and employment leads with local landlords, property managers and employers Utilize any available subsidies and affordable housing units to place Team Members into housing Maintain regular appointments and office hours with Team Members and staff Present new services and opportunities to the entire Team at designated Case Management sections in weekly Success Team Meetings Support Team Members in court, at housing related appointments, social service agencies, etc. This may include providing them with transportation for Team Members Establish productive relationships with each and every Team Member with no bias or prejudice towards race, religion, age, sex, disability, or sexual preference Work Well With Others in DST & the Community Work with the Project Manager to promote successful participation in the work experience program Actively document client meetings and update all relevant program data in applicable databases such as Clarity Uphold organizational values, work ethically and with integrity, and follow company policies as laid out in the employee handbook Represent DST in the community, and work with all partner organizations to achieve client goals Distribute outreach supplies to individuals in encampments, RVs, and on the streets, and promote participation in the work experience program Actively learn about current resources and services outside of DST that may aid Team Members in their goals Perform other duties as assigned by manager and assist with special projects as required WHAT YOU'LL NEED: HS Diploma or equivalent Ability to perform job duties with minimal supervision Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow Excellent listening comprehension, written and verbal communication skills Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and scientific method Proficient in Microsoft programs Using personal computer, keyboard, mouse and monitor Observation and problem solving; hearing, seeing, reasoning and decision making Ability to perform intermediate mathematical calculations for budgeting Valid CDL, insurance and access to a reliable vehicle PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and lifting (up to 25 lbs.) The employee frequently is required to stand and or walk for extended periods of time. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU A chance to positively impact your community on one of the biggest domestic challenges of the day Competitive nonprofit compensation Options for fully paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage for employees, with FSA and HSA health plans available Option to enroll in 401k after 90 days, and up to 6% company match, after one year of employment 15 days off PTO, increasing with tenure Over 10 paid holidays annually Paid company closure for five days during the summer Paid company closure for five days between Christmas and New Year Day off on your birthday One month paid sabbatical after five years, not charging PTO Internal growth opportunities Access to professional development resources and reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderate noise associated with an open office work environment. Work environment and physical location may vary, depending on the space available and the needs of the community and the program. COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY We thrive as an organization when unique identities, experiences & perspectives are represented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. WE HOPE YOU WILL CONSIDER JOING US TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT IN OUR COMMUNITY.