Case Manager - Urgent

We are on the lookout for an expert Case Manager to join our vibrant team at FareStart in Seattle, WA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Case Manager is an awesome opportunity to develop useful skills.
If you are strong in teamwork, presentation and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Case Manager at FareStart today!

CASE MANAGER Department: Adult Training
Status: Non-exempt, Full-Time
Location: Seattle, WA.
Pay Rate: $29.86-$31.88
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION FareStart is a nonprofit organization in Seattle, Washington that transforms lives, disrupts poverty and nourishes communities through food, life skills and job training. We help people overcome employment barriers by teaching them work and life skills they need to succeed in the food-based jobs — and in life.
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 crisis, FareStart has provided millions of meals to organizations across the Seattle area that serve youth, adults and families who are low income or experiencing food insecurity.
ABOUT THE POSITION This position is responsible for the provision of case management and student support services to adult program students from diverse backgrounds. This position works with a trauma informed approach to support students with guiding access to community resources, developing soft skills, and coaching needed to successfully complete training and retain long-term employment. This position provides a full range of wraparound and community support services to students who have complex social needs, are homeless, or unstably housed, or have other significant barriers impacting their lives. This position is the key advocate for FareStart students throughout the program, from enrollment through training, graduation, employment and up to one year of post-graduate support. This position works collaboratively with team members across the organization to ensure effective support for their clients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Manage case load of assigned students and graduates. Develop and implement an individual training plan for each student. Monitor and support student's progress throughout the program, and up to one-year post-graduation. Employ appropriate intervention methods and techniques to assist trainees and graduates so that they can create and achieve personal and professional goals. Identify and provide emergency crisis intervention as appropriate. Perform needs assessments to identify student needs, develop IEP service plans and goals, and assist in accessing resources for housing, health services, government assistance, legal assistance, additional education, and other basic needs, such as BFET, SNAP, etc.  Provide job preparedness, job search and employment coaching for resumes, interview preparation, employment retention, and career pathways leading to a living wage. Ensure all documentation is timely, accurate, and in compliance with FareStart and grant requirements. Track housing progression, employment, and employment retention. Supervise in person and virtual job clubs and connections class. Facilitate in person and virtual job preparedness classes. Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Bachelor's degree in social or human services, and two (2) or more years of experience working with individuals with barriers to employment, such as substance use disorder, criminal history, mental health challenges, domestic violence, or inconsistent work history; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. One (1) or more years of experience with case management. Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, LGBTQIA+, and gender backgrounds. Proficient and experienced in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Ability to work with customized databases and technology and to conduct internet research. Experience with Teams and Zoom for virtual class facilitation. Demonstrated experience in writing case notes and track client progress. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding community resources and agencies available to support those experiencing homelessness and other challenges. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance and prioritize multiple tasks and requests and meet deadlines in a professional manner. Ability to be flexible and adaptable and change plans as needed. Ability to display sensitivity, tact, and responsiveness in various situations and maintain a high level of confidentiality. Excellent communication skills, and ability to work with diverse audiences racially, ethnically, socioeconomically, LGBTQIA+, and gender diverse communities. Ability to listen patiently and attentively, ability to express self clearly and effectively, and the ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity.  Ability to remain calm and understand how to redirect conversations and recognize when there are behavioral health challenges that may require additional support. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Licensed mental health counselor or certified chemical dependency professional. Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) proficiency. WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is exposed to a typical office environment. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. There may be a combination of remote work and onsite work dependent upon COVID-19 conditions. PHYISCAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
This position is regularly required to sit. Frequently required to stand or walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. This position requires close vision and ability to adjust focus. This position may be required to lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. This position may occasionally be required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. COVID-19 CONSIDERATION: FareStart requires that all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications Paid time-off (5 weeks first year of employment) Paid holidays, including up 2 floating holidays 401(k) savings plan with company match Medical (including vision), Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Free ORCA pass Why Should You Apply? Be part of our mission to disrupt poverty. Join a supportive, respectful, and celebratory community among our staff, students, board, and volunteers. Organizational commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. FareStart encourages the personal and professional growth of its employees. For information on FareStart, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at:
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: FareStart is committed to becoming a fully inclusive, antiracist, diverse organization. To fulfill our mission, vision and values we are seeking candidates who demonstrate shared values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism.
Our Commitment To Anti-Racism FareStart defines antiracism as the clear acknowledgment that racism permeates organizations, communities, and industries, including our own. We recognize that we have a duty to be vigilant in addressing and confronting racism in how we make decisions, show up in our communities, build business practices and policies, and engage in intentional partnerships and philanthropic endeavors to fulfill our mission and vision.
Benefits of working as a Case Manager in Seattle, WA:
? Learning opportunities
? Advancement opportunities
? Attractive package

? Remote Work opportunity