Location
Ansonia, Connecticut
The Housing Case Manager supports individuals with opioid use histories in obtaining and maintaining stable housing through outreach, advocacy, and intensive case management. They collaborate with clinical teams and community partners to connect clients with essential resources and ensure long-term stability.
A high school diploma is required, while a bachelor's degree in a human services field is preferred. Candidates must have experience working with marginalized populations and possess a valid driver's license.
BHcare is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) providing comprehensive, person-centered care to individuals and families navigating mental health, substance use, and housing challenges. Through multidisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based practices, and harm reduction principles, we empower individuals to achieve stability and wellness.
The Housing Case Manager works directly with individuals who have opioid use histories to help them obtain and maintain stable housing. This role blends outreach, advocacy, and intensive case management to reduce barriers to housing and promote long-term stability. The Housing Case Manager collaborates closely with internal clinical teams and community partners to support recovery and prevent homelessness. Key Responsibilities Client Engagement & Support Build trusting, supportive relationships with clients through consistent contact Assist individuals in identifying housing options and navigating the rental process Support clients in developing individualized housing stability and recovery plans Connect clients to community-based services and assist with housing transitions Respond flexibly to evolving client needs, including crisis situations Collaboration & Coordination Partner with internal programs, housing providers, and community agencies Facilitate access to housing, benefits, employment, and healthcare resources Participate in regular case reviews, team meetings, and cross-program collaboration Documentation & Reporting Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) Track progress toward client goals and support program outcome reporting Ensure compliance with all documentation, confidentiality, and data standards Program & Community Involvement Represent BHcare at community meetings, housing-related events, and with partner agencies Assist with transportation for clients when needed Deliver services using Housing First and harm reduction principle We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed service member status. Qualifications a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Education High School Diploma or equivalent required Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field preferred Experience & Skills Experience working with individuals with mental health and/or substance use disorders Experience working with individuals who are homeless or from marginalized populations Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with diverse communities Working knowledge of Housing First and harm-reduction-based service delivery Familiarity with employment, housing, and human services systems in Greater New Haven strongly preferred Technical Skills Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Ability to navigate and document effectively within an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system Training (preferred but not required) Harm Reduction Motivational Interviewing De-escalation techniques Language Skills Bilingual Spanish preferred Transportation Requirements Valid driver’s license required Must maintain an acceptable driving record Must be insurable at a reasonable rate under the organization’s auto insurance plan
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