job posting for a Case Manager for Ayuda's Washington DC Office
Case Manager
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:
Ayuda is the DC area's leading source of multilingual legal and social service assistance to low-income immigrants in the areas of immigration, human trafficking, domestic violence and family law. Ayuda is seeking a Case Manager to join Ayuda's Social Services Department and provide comprehensive case management to trafficked persons and other immigrant victims of crime and conduct community outreach and trainings. The Case Manager will assist clients in accessing services throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Conduct client intakes, assess client needs, and develop individualized case management plans
* Provide intensive case management and crisis intervention to include culturally and linguistically appropriate referrals for housing, English classes, medical and mental health care, employment, etc.
* Coordinate and accompany clients to appointments as needed
* Provide an on-call crisis response to requests for emergency assistance for trafficked persons
* Collaborate with Ayuda's Legal department to provide holistic services to clients
* Maintain client case files
* Assist in management of trafficking funds for client services
* Conduct outreach and trainings to service providers and community members
* Other related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants should have experience in case management and/or providing direct services to survivors of trauma. Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of issues involved in working with diverse populations. Strong commitment to serving, empowering, and advocating on behalf of Ayuda's low-income immigrant client base. Ability to collaborate with other organizations and mobilize community resources. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and part of a diverse multidisciplinary team. Bachelor's degree is required, BSW or MSW preferred. Required Bilingual in English and Spanish. Competitive salary and excellent benefits.
Submit a resume with cover letter via email to:
Renee Huffman
Ayuda is an Equal Opportunity Employer
