Case Manager- ST Martins Tower (Part-time)

JASA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Job summary

JASA is seeking a Part-Time Case Manager to support older adults and their families in New York City. You will conduct assessments, develop care plans, and advocate for benefits while coordinating services like homecare, transportation, and meals on wheels.

You’ll need a BSW/BA/BS or equivalent, strong computer and record-keeping skills, and the ability to travel to clients. Spanish helpful; strong communication and cultural awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree required: BSW/BA/BS or equivalent.
• Proficiency with standard software and record-keeping.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; Spanish helpful.
• Ability to travel to clients using mass transit and stairs in residences.
• Understanding and appreciation of diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of social casework from assessment to monitoring.
• Develop and implement personalized care plans for older adults.
• Advocate for entitlements and connect clients to benefits.
• Coordinate homecare, meals, transportation, and related services.
• Identify signs of abuse or exploitation and refer to Protective Services.
• Provide group counseling and community education; represent the agency.
• Maintain accurate case records and participate in trainings.

Skills

Computer literacy

English proficiency

Spanish helpful

Travel to clients

Diversity awareness

Education

BSW/BA/BS degree

Job description

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Case Manager- ST Martins Tower NORC

Regular Part-Time 65 West 90th St., New York, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1495

Location: 65 west 90th Street, New York, New York and 230 Jay Street, Brooklyn, New York

As a Part-Time Case Manager, you will provide essential social services to older adults and their families in accordance with professional social work standards. You will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments, developing personalized care plans, and serving as a dedicated advocate to ensure our clients maintain their autonomy and receive the full range of benefits and services they deserve.

Why You’ll Love Working at JASA

JASA is one of NYC’s largest and most trusted nonprofits serving older adults. Our dedicated professionals help improve the lives of thousands of seniors through impactful, mission-driven work.

Meaningful Impact: Facilitate life-changing services that allow seniors to age with dignity and security.

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside interdisciplinary professional consultants and unit teams.

Mission-Driven Focus: Join a team committed to protecting seniors from exploitation and enhancing their quality of life.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will manage all aspects of social casework, from initial assessment and counseling to long-term monitoring and crisis intervention.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Assessment: Utilize standardized instruments (e.g., PSA, EISEP-PATH) to assess the social and emotional needs of older adult clients and their families.
• Case Planning & Counseling: Develop and implement written case plans; provide individual and family counseling to help resolve social, physical, or psychological challenges.
• Benefit Advocacy: Screen clients for eligibility and assist with applications for entitlements (Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP, etc.) while providing necessary advocacy.
• Service Coordination: Arrange for direct services including homecare, transportation, meals on wheels, legal aid, and psychiatric examinations.
• Protection & Safety: Evaluate clients' capacity to manage their affairs; identify signs of abuse or exploitation and make referrals to Adult Protective Services as needed.
• Community Education: Conduct group counseling and community education groups; represent and interpret JASA’s mission at community conferences.
• Monitoring & Reassessment: Conduct ongoing visits to evaluate service efficacy, monitor risk, and revise case plans as client needs evolve.
• Administration: Maintain accurate case records, reports, and statistics; participate in unit meetings and required trainings.

What You’ll Need

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university with a BSW, BA, or BS degree (or equivalent).
• Technical Skills: Computer literacy with the ability to learn and use program-specific software; strong record-keeping skills.
• Communication: Ability to read, write, and speak English; knowledge of Spanish is helpful.
• Travel: Ability to travel to clients' homes using mass transit and navigate physical barriers (stairs, etc.) in residences.
• Core Values: An understanding and appreciation of the roles of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and individual values in serving a diverse community.

Benefits at a Glance

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus Employee Wellness Programs and an EAP.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with Roth option and an employer-funded pension.
• Generous Time Off: Vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and sick days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement.
• EEO Statement: JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.