Case Manager

Chinese-American Planning Council; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,631 - 45,433; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

The Chinese-American Planning Council in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a dedicated professional for a full-time position working with youth in the Learn and Earn Program. The role includes providing support through leadership development, career exploration, and managing complex barriers faced by students.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess a strong passion for youth development and immigrant communities. A comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary ranging from $30.22 to $32.98 per hour, and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Master’s preferred.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in youth development.
• Strong work ethic and passion for working with immigrant communities.

Responsibilities

• Help students cope with disabilities and behavior management.
• Provide intervention for students with social or emotional needs.
• Implement individual behavior/growth plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of youth issues

Bilingual (Spanish, Chinese)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education, Counseling, Psychology, or related field

Tools

MS Office applications

Virtual platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex)

Job description

Job Details

Location: Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School – Brooklyn, NY 11204

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $30.22 – $32.98 per hour

Shift: Day and occasional weekends and evenings

Organization Description

Founded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council, Inc. (CPC) aims to promote the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low‑income communities. It is the largest Asian American social services agency in the nation, offering more than 50 programs across New York City.

Division Summary

Education and Career Services (ECS) offers programs that bridge youth and adults to their educational, economic, and leadership potential using an asset-based approach.

Program Summary

The Learn and Earn Program provides work readiness skills training, college access support, leadership development, and employment opportunities for youth and young adults.

Essential Responsibilities

• Help students cope with disabilities, behavior management, mental health issues, and other barriers to success.
• Provide intervention for students with significant social, emotional, or behavioral needs.
• Implement individual behavior/growth plans and provide case management services.
• Refer students and parents to appropriate support resources, and monitor and accelerate progress.
• Document participant case notes, track progress, and maintain program files.
• Develop and facilitate interactive workshops on career exploration, work readiness, higher education, financial literacy, leadership development, and other life skills.
• Build a network of worksites for summer internship opportunities.
• Collaborate with partner organizations to enhance programming.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Education, Counseling, Psychology, Youth Studies, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in the youth development field and/or previous experience working with high‑school‑aged youth.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong work ethic and passion for working with immigrant and low‑income communities and youth development.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; knowledge of youth and immigrant issues.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications and virtual platforms such as Zoom, Teams, and Webex.
• Bilingual in Spanish, Chinese, and/or another language is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

$30.22 – $32.98 per hour; 35 hours per week with occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

CPC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off (holidays, sick and vacation time), medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, commuter benefits, and a 403(b) retirement plan.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.