Case Manager

Renewal Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewal, Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a Case Manager to provide guidance, direction, and management of reentrants and their activities. You will be the primary contact for reentrants and assist with their social service needs and renewal plans.

The role involves enforcing program guidelines, referrals to internal and external resources, and maintaining records. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2+ years of experience are required; CBT/Motivational Interviewing knowledge is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work required; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience in related field.
• Knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; able to work with reentrants and referral sources.

Responsibilities

• Determine reentrants' social service needs and develop Individual Renewal Plans.
• Provide guidance, direction, and management of reentrants and activities.
• Refer to Renewal, Inc. programs or outside agencies as needed.
• Maintain reentrant records and assist center administration.
• Help reentrants set aftercare goals and plan release into the community.

Skills

Criminal Justice

Social Work

Psychology

Counseling

Public Policy

Human Relations

Microsoft Office

Communication

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Case Manager

Pittsburgh, PA, US

Salary Range: $21.01 To $25.16 Hourly

Job Title Case Manager

Reporting Relationship Case Management Supervisor

Work Schedule As per schedule (shifts and weekends); on call

Exemption Status Non-exempt

Grade I - IV

Definition

Provide guidance, direction, and management of the reentrants and their activities. Will act as the primary contact for reentrants and assist them with their concerns and issues. The primary responsibility will be determining reentrants’ social service needs and assisting in creating and implementing Individual Renewal Plans. Must enforce compliance with program guidelines and assist the Case Management Supervisor in the functioning of the center's daily activities (administration). This individual will make appropriate referrals to Renewal, Inc. programs as well as outside agencies based on the reentrant’s established needs. This individual will assist in initiating and developing policies and procedures as well as maintaining reentrant records. This individual will assist reentrants in establishing goals for their aftercare plan and release from the program into the community.

Eligibility Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

Knowledge of Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Public Policy, or other related field; human relations skills a must; Familiar with the criminal justice system and community resources. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with all levels of management, employees, and reentrants; ability to deal effectively with reentrants and referral sources; self-starting, motivated, highly-organized, and adapt to changing technology; Proven skills at problem solving and conducting research; Should be computer literate particularly in Microsoft Office. Ability to communicate, and to help the reentrants express their own needs and aspirations. Must have a working knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing practices.

A Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Psychology, Counseling, or Social Work and a minimum of two years of experience in a related field are required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Female/Protected Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities