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Homeless Prevention Case Manager Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

KVC Health Systems

Case Manager

Topeka, KS · On-site

$49K/yr

Our team of professionals provides family strengthening and preventative services, parent training, foster care case management, family reunification services, foster family recruitment and ...

Sevita

Case Manager

Goodland, KS · On-site

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

Case Manager Everybody needs a job but only extraordinary people work here. Our team is fun ... to prevent service duplication and to ensure the individual receives high-quality care. * Identify ...

Sevita Health

Case Manager

Goodland, KS · On-site

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

Case Manager Everybody needs a job but only extraordinary people work here. Our team is fun ... to prevent service duplication and to ensure the individual receives high-quality care. * Identify ...

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What does a homeless prevention case manager do?

A Homeless Prevention Case Manager works with individuals and families at risk of losing their housing to help them maintain stable living situations. They assess clients' needs, connect them to resources such as financial assistance, legal aid, or employment opportunities, and develop personalized plans to address barriers to housing stability. Case managers also provide ongoing support, advocacy, and referrals to community services. Their primary goal is to prevent homelessness by providing timely intervention and support.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a homeless prevention case manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Homeless Prevention Case Manager, you need a background in social work or human services, familiarity with case management principles, and often a relevant degree or certification. Knowledge of housing assistance programs, database systems like HMIS (Homeless Management Information System), and community resources is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication set outstanding case managers apart. These abilities are crucial for building trust with clients, coordinating services, and ensuring successful housing outcomes.

What are some common challenges faced by homeless prevention case managers, and how can they be addressed?

Homeless Prevention Case Managers often encounter challenges such as high caseloads, limited resources, and navigating complex social service systems for clients. Building strong relationships with community partners and developing effective time management strategies are crucial for success. Additionally, ongoing training in trauma-informed care and self-care practices can help manage the emotional demands of the role. Collaborating closely with colleagues and supervisors ensures that clients receive comprehensive and coordinated support.

What cities in Kansas are hiring for Homeless Prevention Case Manager jobs?

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Case Manager - Homeless Outreach

Kansas City, KS • On-site

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners • 201 - 500 employees
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$19.75 - $24.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Case Manager - Homeless Outreach
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Are you passionate about helping individuals rebuild their lives? Do you believe that stable housing, compassionate support, and recovery-focused care can transform lives? If so, we'd love to have you join our team.
As a Case Manager, you'll work directly with adults experiencing chronic homelessness who have co-occurring serious mental illness (SMI) and substance use disorders. You'll provide intensive, community-based services that help individuals secure housing, improve daily functioning, manage mental health symptoms, and achieve greater independence.
This is a highly rewarding role for someone who enjoys building meaningful relationships, meeting people where they are, and making a lasting impact in the community.
What You'll Do
As a Case Manager, you will:
  • Build trusting, respectful relationships with clients while fostering hope and supporting recovery.
  • Conduct outreach in locations where individuals experiencing homelessness are commonly found, including shelters, day centers, food kitchens, the Frank Williams Housing Resource Center, and other community partner agencies.
  • Help clients obtain and maintain safe, affordable, and stable housing.
  • Teach and reinforce independent living skills, including budgeting, personal care, medication management, communication, and other daily living activities.
  • Support clients in overcoming barriers to recovery through individualized, strengths-based service planning.
  • Utilize Motivational Interviewing and other evidence-based practices to engage clients in services.
  • Coordinate care and connect clients with community resources such as peer support, outpatient treatment, vocational services, healthcare providers, and other supportive programs.
  • Assist with crisis prevention and intervention when needed.
  • Educate and collaborate with family members and natural supports when appropriate.
  • Provide transportation and accompany clients to appointments, housing meetings, and community activities as medically necessary.
  • Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, person-centered care.

Requirements
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation, Human Services, or a related field; or
  • Four years of equivalent experience in a community mental health setting.
Preferred Knowledge & Skills
  • Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, serious mental illness, and/or substance use disorders.
  • Knowledge of recovery-oriented care, trauma-informed practices, Motivational Interviewing, and evidence-based behavioral health interventions.
  • Understanding of community mental health systems, case management practices, and applicable laws and regulations.
  • Ability to build strong partnerships with community organizations and service providers.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Professional judgment and emotional resilience when responding to challenging behaviors or crisis situations.
Why Join Our Team?
Every day offers the opportunity to change someone's life. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who believe in dignity, recovery, and housing as the foundation for wellness. If you're looking for meaningful work that combines compassion, advocacy, and community impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help individuals experiencing homelessness find stability, hope, and a path toward recovery.

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