Job Offer: Case Manager (Welfare to Work)

Case Manager (Welfare to Work)

About SUNY Orange:


Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange), located in the scenic Hudson Valley, is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh, NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And, for over 70 years, SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.
Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and prosperous if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity, has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.
The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful, energetic and impactful leadership abilities, and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become, crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed, and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen, we encourage you to consider joining our College community.


Listing description


The Employment & Training Administration is currently seeking a full-time Case Manager to join their team.
The Case Manager will plan, coordinate and supervise the activities of individuals enrolled in Welfare to Work programs. The essential nature of the work is to assign program participants to employment activities to meet federal participation work requirements as well as help them reach economic independence. The Case Manager will handle the maintenance of participant records, data entry and case note activities that will be entered and managed in a state computer system. Organization and computer practice are essential to this function. Additionally, this job offer will be responsible for motivating clients to fulfill the terms of their work requirements and to develop and reinforce solid work ethics to achieve realistic occupational goals. The Case Manager will need to utilize counseling expertise, with a supportive and holistic approach, to motivate clients and to identify and overcome barriers to achieve compliance with the Employment & Training Administration program demands. this function also will also mentor job seekers during every step of the process in securing employment. This includes but is not limited to; organizing and facilitating job readiness and training workshops, formulating career plans, accompanying job seekers on everyday van runs to visit employers or potential work sites.
Travel may be required between the Career Centers and other sites as needed.


General Requirements:



Education & practice Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field; OR an Associate's Degree and one (1) year practice working in job training, placement or human services program; OR Three years of equivalent work practice.

Preferred expertise, expertise, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

»Bachelor's degree.

»Good expertise of welfare and workforce development programs, policies and procedures.

»Good expertise of the cultural, environmental and personal factors influencing the lives of persons who are economically underprivileged, low income, unemployed or otherwise facing barriers to employment.

» capability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

» capability to effectively establish and maintain working relationships with supervising personnel, co-workers, all college/career center employees and the public.

» capability to manage multiple projects.

»Bilingual expertise.


Additional Information:


Deadline for Applying: March 31, 2023

Position begins as soon as possible.

income: $45,000 per annum, commensurate with practice and continued availcapability of grant funding.
Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, discapability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance agent, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, [email protected].


Application Instructions:


Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:

»Cover Letter

»Resume

»References: Include three (3) professional references (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses). References will not be contacted without prior permission of the candidate.

»Orange County Community College values a diverse and inclusive community. Please include in your cover letter an answer to the following questions:

»How has diversity and inclusion played a part in your career?

»How would you bring that insight into your position at the college?


Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. candidates may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.
All candidates must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.
Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.
Returning candidates - to your SUNY Orange Employment Account to check your completed application.