Case Manager-CS532504

Job Description

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor's degree which includes a practicum encompassing a substantial number of activities with the target population or which features a major or concentration (concentration = a minimum of 24 credits in the noted disciplines) in: social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreation/recreation therapy, counseling, community mental health, child and family studies, sociology, speech and hearing plus one year of case management or other relevant human services experience. A bachelor's degree in any field plus two years of case management or relevant human services experience.
OR
• An associate's degree in a health or human services field (see above fields) and three years of case management experience
OR
• A high school diploma/GED and three years of experience in providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities or to homeless individuals.

Certifications/Licenses:

• CPR and First Aid certifications (must obtain and maintain).
• Certification as an Opioid Overdose Responder (NYSOOPP).

Work Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Location Requirement: Onsite

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 9:00am-5:30pm (including 1 late day between 11:00am-7:30pm)

Compensation: $22.9524

What We Offer

We provide competitive benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical (HSA), Dental and Vision plans
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal, Sick, Mental Health Days and 12 paid holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
• Learning & Development Opportunities: Educational Leave and Tuition Assistance, Training and Career Development Tracks
• Additional Perks: Commuter Benefits, recognition programs, discount programs, flexible spending plans, voluntary benefits including pet insurance, identity theft insurance, legal plans, and voluntary ancillary benefits.

About the Role

The Case Manager will have the prime responsibility for organizing comprehensive service planning and assessment activity and assuring service plan implementation through direct case management or co-provider services. The Case Manager will also have either primary or shared responsibility, depending upon the specialty/discipline, in providing the residents with specific linkages/advocacy services with co-providers of housing, mental health, substance abuse, and healthcare services etc. as well as with parole boards. Together with the residents, the Case Manager will formulate residents' comprehensive service plan in conjunction with specialty program staff. For some residents the Case Manager will be the major provider of a particular service and, for others, a secondary support agent.

Primary Responsibilities

• Participate in resident orientation.
• Complete assessments and maintain service plans using integrated healthcare approaches.
• Provide counseling, daily living instruction, and crisis intervention.
• Transport residents to appointments and support income optimization.
• Facilitate recreational and vocational linkages.
• Conduct inspections, document progress, and complete incident reports.
• Participate in quality improvement and maintain accurate records.
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and supervisions.
• Execute emergency plans including CPR/First Aid.
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.