Temporary Housing Stabilization Case Manager at The Gathering Place

Denver, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Crisis Management, Conflict Management, De-escalation, Housing Navigation, Trauma-informed Care, Compassionate Listening, Multi-tasking, Independent Work, Team Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Problem-solving, Computer Skills, Office Software, Culturally Responsive Practices, Evidence-based Practices, Crisis Intervention

Industry

Health and Human Services

Description

Description Department: Programs and Services FLSA Exemption Status: Non-exempt, full-time Location: Denver, CO Supervisor: Case Management Program Manager Position Overview: The Housing Stabilizer Case Manager provides housing stabilization support for individuals who have exited shelters overseen by Denver's Department of Housing Stability (HOST). Using the Critical Time Intervention approach, the Housing Stabilizer Case Manager will play an essential role in helping members access necessary support and resources to maintain housing in collaboration with HOST’s Housing Central Command team. This position will require a high level of coordination across multiple teams and programs as well as the ability to travel and transport members using a personal vehicle throughout the city. You might be a great fit at TGP if you have a passion and commitment for our mission, the services we provide, and for addressing the systemic barriers that our members face through a trauma-informed approach. This position will operate out of TGP's Elati Village micro-community through the end of the 2025 calendar year. The individual in this position may apply and be considered for other permanent positions with The Gathering Place following the conclusion of this position. Core Accountabilities: Demonstrate respect, cultural humility, and knowledge of trauma informed care in interactions with TGP members, staff, and collaborative partners. Works directly with program participants in the community doing in-home visits, providing trauma-informed and member-directed housing stabilization support using culturally responsive and evidenced-based practices. Evaluates progress of program participants and adapts case management plan and/or interventions as needed to increase engagement. Provides crisis intervention as needed. Collaborates and communicates with the Elati Village team, TGP programs, and external partners to ensure high quality care. Supports members in accessing services that aid in recovery from homelessness, substance misuse, mental health issues, and trauma, with the goal of achieving greater stability. Receive training for TGP’s member database, ETO, and the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), and maintain monthly compliance with ETO and HMIS data tracking, assessments, etc. Enroll members into HMIS and ETO and follow data standards including case notes and member documentation. Complete training and utilize a Critical Time Intervention approach to case management as described in the HOST Manual. Stabilizers will receive and support members referred through Housing Central Command. Stabilizers will conduct a Housing Stability Plan assessment with members prior to placement in their permanent housing unit. Attend bi-weekly case conference with other Housing Central Command housing providers. Submit complex member cases to the Denver complex case review. Meet with supervisor once a week to discuss Critical Time Intervention stabilization for each household. Collaborate and communicate effectively with landlord partners and Housing Connector. Compensation and Benefits: 37.5-hour workweek 403(b) retirement savings plan Financial advising services Paid time off Robust training and professional development opportunities Free breakfast and lunch Employee Assistance Program About The Gathering Place: Founded in 1986, The Gathering Place (TGP) supports women, gender-diverse people, and their children in building stable lives through home, health, purpose, and community programs. We are driven by our values of community, safety, inclusivity, empowerment, and hope. We envision a Colorado where all marginalized groups experiencing homelessness and instability have pathways to security. As a trauma-informed, low-barrier organization, we remove unnecessary or harmful requirements that prevent members of the community from accessing our services when they need them most—from essential services like meals, showers, and laundry to long-term support like housing-focused case management and physical, mental, and sexual health care. Members choose which of our services they want to take advantage of, giving them the autonomy they need to rebuild their lives. Requirements Requirements: Must have skills in crisis management, conflict management, and de-escalation. Previous housing navigation experience a plus Lived experience of homelessness, housing instability, or poverty a plus Strong understanding of trauma-informed care principles and skills Ability to listen compassionately and suspend judgment in order to accommodate the needs of individuals and include them in a highly diverse setting Ability to multi-task in a unique, fast-paced environment Ability to work independently or with a team Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Current knowledge of, or desire to learn, how to operate a computer and other office machinery, such as a copy machine or printer, and office software, such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other programs. Commitment to Equity and Inclusion: The Gathering Place is committed to Accessibility, Belonging, Liberation, and Equity (ABLE) work to advance marginalized communities from oppression, exploitation, and discrimination while uplifting and celebrating them. We are taking collective action towards dismantling systemic structures and empowering underrepresented identities. TGP is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, gender variance, gender expression, marital status, citizenship, creed, ethnicity, veteran status, ancestry and any other protected classification. Applicants of any and all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Individuals with lived experience of homelessness, extreme poverty and/or experience with a behavioral health condition are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

The Housing Stabilizer Case Manager provides housing stabilization support for individuals exiting shelters, helping them access necessary resources to maintain housing. This role requires coordination across multiple teams and programs, along with in-home visits and crisis intervention as needed.