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Case Manager – Emergency & Practical Assistance Services Program (E/PAS) Salary: $25.00 per hour (full‑time). Access to our comprehensive Benefits Program. Location: The Salvation Army, Syracuse Area Services, Onondaga County. We are hiring two additional Case Managers to assist Veterans. The role involves assessing eligibility for housing‑related practical assistance, providing case management, supportive counseling, advocacy, life‑skills education, and referrals to community resources to help secure and maintain safe, affordable housing and a stable living situation. Benefits 13 paid holidays (14 in election year), vacation time, and 3 personal days 1 sick day per month accrual and attendance bonus Remitted tuition program with Syracuse University Medical, dental (including orthodontia), vision insurance, and flexible spending account (cost less than 10% employee contribution) Pension plan and tax‑deferred annuity savings account Federal forgiveness loan qualification Long‑term, short‑term disability programs and life/supplemental insurance On‑site day‑care and pre‑K program with employee discount Free parking in covered lot Responsibilities Conduct intakes for clients referred to the program Provide support, advocacy, and crisis intervention to individuals and families Devise and implement individualized service plans and intervention strategies utilizing client input Identify unmet needs and advocate on client’s behalf; connect to community resources and coordinate services for timely housing assistance Assist clients in accessing mainstream resources, increasing income, establishing budgets to minimize homelessness risk; may provide transportation as needed Provide life‑skills training (individual and group sessions) to enhance self‑sufficiency Conduct housing inspections and verify tenancy with landlords initially and ongoing as needed Conduct regular home visits Ensure client service information and financial paperwork are accurately completed and recorded timely; enter client information into HMIS and review quarterly progress Actively participate in case conferences, staff meetings, service coordination meetings, supervision, professional and in‑service training sessions Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field (preferred) High‑school diploma or associate’s degree plus increased years of relevant experience (considered) Specific experience in mental health services and knowledge of community resources (required) Flexible work schedule to meet client needs, including late afternoon/evening hours as needed Reliable private transportation during work hours Valid NYS driver’s license meeting The Salvation Army’s insurance requirements Successful completion of background and drug screens (required) Equal Opportunity Employer The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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