Would you like to provide resources and support to people who have struggled with homelessness? Are you someone who cares about those most in need? Are you a good listener?

As a Housing-Based Case Manager, you will have the ability to truly impact lives by helping people diagnosed with mental illness to remain safe and stable in their own private homes. Our Permanent Supportive Housing program helps individuals to live successfully in the community. We have funding to help with rent and furnishings for those who qualify, and we work to make sure they have comprehensive wrap-around services to help them to be successful.

Come work with a small team of dedicated individuals to truly make a difference!

The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

Starting Pay Rate: $20.08/hour. Additional compensation commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Minimum of a high school diploma. An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a human services field preferred.
• Experience: Entry level. One year of clinical experience working in a human services field preferred. Experience working with individuals diagnosed with a Serious Mental Illness (SMI) or the homeless population preferred. Certification in CPR, First Aid, and Behavioral Intervention will be required, training is provided upon hire.
• Safe Driving Record: Safe driving record required (no more than two moving violations in the last three years, no criminal violations in the last five years).
• Background Check: Candidates will be required to submit to a fingerprint criminal background check and drug screen.

Why work at BRBH?

• Make a difference in the community: Many individuals served by our Supportive Housing program experience a reduction in psychiatric hospitalizations, a reduction in arrests, and maintain safe and stable housing.
• Team atmosphere: Our small team of case managers work hard to change lives.
• Work/Life Balance: We have a great Paid Time Off policy - 21 days annually, which starts accruing on your first day, plus 10 paid holidays.
• We offer great benefits, including VRS (Virginia Retirement System)! Click here for more information: http://www.brbh.org/benefits/
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Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare (BRBH) is one of forty Community Services Boards established under the Code of Virginia to provide comprehensive services for individuals who have mental health disorders, developmental disability, or substance use disorders. We are charged also with continuously monitoring and evaluating our services to ensure their cost effectiveness and applicability to current citizen needs. BRBH operates multiple programs throughout the Roanoke Valley with over 350 employees working to provide or support our services. We are proud to have served our community for over 50 years. Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace and equal opportunity employment. This position is located in Roanoke, VA.