Case Manager

Volunteers of America-Greater New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Birthday holiday

Job summary

Volunteers of America–Greater New York is seeking a Case Manager to support clients within the Safe Dwelling II program, conducting intake and assessment, developing service plans, linking to services, counseling, and monitoring progress.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate's degree or 60 college credits in Human Services, or a High School Diploma/GED with two years shelter experience; strong verbal and written communication and basic computer skills; domestic violence experience

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 60 college credits in Human Services or HS diploma with 2 years shelter experience.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills; basic computer skills.
• Domestic violence experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage client intake and assessment to orient the client to the program and produce a comprehensive assessment of client service needs.
• Develop mutually agreed-upon individual service plans with the client and update as required.
• Meet regularly with the client to assist in obtaining needed services/benefits and provide supportive counseling.
• Document case management activities per agency and funder guidelines and participate in evaluation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate's degree or 60 college credits in Human Services

HS diploma or GED with 2 years shelter experience

Job description

Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.

Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Case Manager

The Case Manager is a key provider of services within Volunteers of America’s Case Management Model. The Case Manager works with the client to assess their strengths and needs, plan a course of action, link the client to services, counsel the client and monitor progress. S/he must assure that clients receive appropriate, competent, and professional information and advice, referrals and advocacy services to achieve successful outcomes. May include supervision of direct care staff.

Safe Dwelling II

is a program that provides comprehensive services and safe, anonymous housing for individuals and their children experiencing domestic violence. To learn more about the program, copy and paste this link into a browser https://www.voa-gny.org/dv

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or 60 college credits courses in Human Services field, or High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of relevant shelter experience.
• The position also requires a demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication, including basic computer skills.

Candidates With Related Experience With Domestic Violence Preferred.

Case Manager Principal Responsibilities:

• Manage the client intake and assessment process to orient the client to the program and produce a comprehensive assessment of client service needs.
• Develop with the client a mutually agreed-upon individual service plan reflecting assessment findings goals. Update the plan with the client as required.
• Meet regularly with the client to assist him/her in obtaining needed services/benefits to achieve their individual service plan goals. Provide supportive counseling to strengthen his/her ability to make appropriate life decisions.
• Document case management activities in accordance with agency and funder guidelines and procedures. Collect service data and participate in evaluation and quality assurance activities.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

And much more!

To learn more about our staff, culture and much more, copy and paste our website link into a browser: https://www.voa-gny.org/our-staff-and-culture/

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories.