Date posted: January 5, 2026
Pay: $18.00 – $21.00 per hour
Job description: Shelter Case Manager
Organization: Home of the Sparrow, Inc.
Location: McHenry Shelter (On-site)
Status: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, 7:00 – 3:00 pm
About Us
Home of the Sparrow, Inc. Home of the Sparrow is a nonprofit dedicated to reducing homelessness among women and children. We provide shelter, housing programs, and supportive services that help clients achieve lasting stability and self-sufficiency.
Position Summary
The Shelter Case Manager provides case management, client-centered consultation, and community support for residents at the McHenry Shelter. This role includes supporting clients’ goals, coordinating services, and ensuring a safe, welcoming shelter environment.
Key Responsibilities
-Deliver weekly case management and individualized support to assigned clients
-Assist with client goal planning, including career, education, and job readiness
-Complete Individual Treatment Plans and coordinate discharge planning
-Maintain accurate client documentation and follow billing procedures
-Support shelter operations, including room prep, cleaning, safety checks, and petty cash
– Mentor and orient new staff and volunteers
– Collaborate with agency caseworkers and community partners
– Provide transportation for clients as needed
– Advocate for clients and connect them to appropriate resources
Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree required
– Experience working with high-barrier populations required
– Valid driver’s license required
– Strong written and verbal communication skills
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team
– Comfortable lifting up to 30 pounds and performing physical tasks as needed
Why Home of the Sparrow:
Join a mission-driven team making a meaningful difference in the lives of women, children, and families experiencing homelessness. We value compassion, collaboration, and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, and an employee discount.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
-Dental insurance
-Employee discount
-Health insurance
-Life insurance
-Paid time off
-Vision insurance
Work Location: In person