Case Manager - FTS

Central City Concern is an innovative nonprofit agency providing comprehensive services to single adults and families in the Portland metro area who are impacted by homelessness, poverty and addictions. CCC values and celebrates diversity and we hire people that are skilled and passionate to meet our mission through outcome-based strategies which support personal and community transformation. 

Open Until Filled

TITLE: Case Manager - FTS

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm 

Flip the Script is a voluntary, African American, Culturally Specific program that supports Men/Women who are justice involved.  The FTS case manager acts to ensure the stability of all participants, is familiar with and able to access resources for benefits/entitlements, alcohol & drug treatment, mental health treatment, peer support, employment support, housing support & advocacy support.

Duties Include:

• Provide case management services for special needs offenders referred by the Department of Community Justice
• Stay in communication with clients, parole/probation officers and treatment providers.
• Complete intake/interview process of clients upon referral
• Assist clients in collaboration with P.O.’s and housing providers to transition to housing.
• Facilitate groups.
• Attend weekly staff meetings
• Develop and maintain working relationships with treatment providers and other outside resources for clients.
• Go inside the jails & prisons to share information about the FTS program
• Participate in culturally specific outreach efforts to engage prospective clients, including appointments, home visits, and community based services.
• Develop relationships with organizations, providers, community leaders, and advocacy groups serving the African American community.
• Use culturally sensitive lens to guide all aspects of service delivery, ensuring that the impact of socio-political & cultural factors are consistently considered

Requirements: 

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years case management experience.

• Must be a team player, have good time management, communication, computer skills and organizational skills.

• If a recovering chemically dependent person, a minimum of 2 years sobriety is required.
• Must possess an MRT facilitator certification.
• Must possess a current drivers license, pass a DMV background check and be designated an “acceptable” driver as outlined in Central City Concern’s Fleet Safety Policy. Must pass an initial drivers training and an annual recertification training.
• Must not actively be on parole or probation.
• Must pass pre employment drug screen, TB Test and background check.

Benefits: Central City Concern offers an incredible benefits package to our employees!

• Generous paid time off plan beginning at 4 weeks per year at the time of hire. Accrual increases with longevity.
• Amazing 403(b) Retirement Savings plan with an employer match of 6.25% in your 1st year, 8% in the 2nd year, and 10% in your 3rd year! Fully vested with your first contribution!
• 10 paid Holidays PLUS 2 Personal Holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion.
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance coverage.
• Employer Paid Life, Short Term Disability, AND Long Term Disability Insurance!

This description is intended to provide a snapshot of the work performed and is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the position.

As an agency deeply rooted in recovery, part of our policy and commitment to a drug and alcohol-free workplace includes post-offer, pre-employment drug screens. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.