Job description

LAS has an immediate opening for a Case Manager in its Tullahoma office. The Case Manager will serve as a primary case handler in a variety of substantive legal areas for clients facing housing issues as a result of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic; work to provide support to cases handled by attorneys; create and maintain positive working relationships with organizations in the service area and state which would benefit the client population; prepare and present community education workshops and conduct outreach events about LAS’s mission and services. This position is funded in part by, and in collaboration with, one or more grants. Personnel must adhere to goals and outcomes detailed in the grant contract. This position is funded by TN Department of Health until May of 2024.

Responsibilities:

· Interview applicants and, in consultation with supervising attorney, determine level of service to be provided.

· Serve as primary case handler and advocate for clients in a variety of substantive legal areas for clients, as assigned.

· Assess the needs of clients, providing relevant information and making appropriate referrals for additional LAS cases as well as

· other community resources.

· Create and maintain positive working relationships with organizations in the service area and state which would benefit the client

· population.

· Maintain accurate and orderly client files, adhering to case management database policies and guidelines.

· Support the casework of attorneys as assigned. Carefully follow directions and promptly respond to requests of attorneys and other

· LAS staff.

· Prepare and present community education workshops and conduct outreach events about LAS’s mission and services.

Requirements:

· Bachelor’s Degree or a minimum of two years of relevant experience. Social work experience a plus.

· Previous employment or volunteer work with a law office, court, social service agency, or other related setting.

· Experience working with low-income people.

· Basic proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel software.

· Effective oral and written communication skills, including experience interviewing clients and helping people in crisis.

· Use a high level of professionalism, diplomacy, and sound judgment.

· Fluency in written and spoken Spanish is a plus.

How to Apply:

Email cover letter, resume, and three references (with email addresses and phone numbers) to our Hiring Manager at hr(at)las.org. Subject line should read: re: Tullahoma Case Manager. LAS is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from people of color, people with disabilities, women, LBGTQIA+, and gender non-conforming applicants.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $49,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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