Case Manager (801 East)

Position Summary
Dhaka Technologies Limited Company (DTLC) is hiring a Case Manager on behalf of its client, the District of Columbia Government, in support of the Department of Human Services (DHS) 801 East program. This is a full time, onsite position in Washington, DC, working 8 hours per day for an anticipated 249 working days.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. The Case Manager admits new clients by reviewing records and applications; conducting orientations; completing intake interviews; and determining the need for referrals and interventions.
2. The Case Manager assists clients by setting schedules and routines; coordinating services being provided; arranging resources, including the coordination of transportation for clients.
3. The Case Manager monitors cases by verifying clients' attendance; observing and evaluating treatments and responses; advocating for needed services and entitlements; obtaining additional resources; intervening in crises; providing advice and personal support to clients and families.
4. The Case Manager also shall maintain clients' records by reviewing case notes; logging events and progress. Additionally, the Case Manager communicates clients' progress by conducting weekly interdisciplinary meetings and evaluations; disseminating results and obstacles to a therapeutic team and family members.
5. The Case Manager prepares for a client's discharge by reviewing discharge plans; coordinating discharge and post-discharge requirements; orienting and training family members; and providing resources.
6. The Case Manager prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing treatment and results data and trends; compiling statistics; and completing grant and subsidy applications.
7. The Case Manager updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
8. The Case Manager shall be able to perform all required duties at any Day Center location operated under this contract, including but not limited to the Adams Place Day Center and the 801 Day Center, and any additional Day Center sites that may be designated by DHS during the period of performance.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of case management practices, client intake and assessment, service coordination, crisis intervention, and client documentation
• 1 to 3 years of relevant experience

Compensation
$18.40 to $19.00 per hour, based on experience.

Residency Preference
District of Columbia residents will receive special preference points in the selection process.

How to Apply
Submit your resume to talent@dhakatech.us with the position title in the subject line.