Clinical Case Manager

nycja; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting high-needs populations through a vital role as a Clinical Case Manager. In this position, you will engage with individuals involved in the criminal justice system, conducting assessments, monitoring compliance, and advocating for participants in court. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for social justice and a strong background in mental health support. Enjoy a generous benefits package, including health and wellness programs, vacation, and retirement plans, while making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Mental health and wellness plan

Four weeks vacation

Paid holidays

Retirement plan with employer matching

Qualifications

• MSW or relevant Masters degree with 3+ years of experience required.
• Knowledge of treatment programs and support services for referrals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake interviews and assess participants' needs.
• Monitor a caseload of high-risk participants and make referrals.
• Prepare written progress reports for court.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Writing skills

Bilingual skills

Advocacy program models knowledge

Education

MSW or relevant Masters degree

Tools

Computerized case management systems

Job description

CLINICAL CASE MANAGER
QUEENS SUPERVISED RELEASE PROGRAM

Posted: 3/4/2035

ABOUT CJA

The New York City Criminal Justice Agency (CJA) is a not-for-profit service and research organization that operates in partnership with the New York City Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice. CJA is the City’s main pretrial services agency, combining operations, pilot projects, and research under one roof. CJA utilizes procedural justice practices to provide pretrial services to over 200,000 persons arrested annually in New York City.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

CJA operates a Supervised Release Program in Queens Criminal Court. The program screens targeted defendants for release at criminal court arraignment, subject to specific conditions including maintaining contact with the program and participating in an assessment process to identify needs such as substance use and mental health.

This is an opportunity for a dynamic, knowledgeable individual experienced in dealing with high-needs populations such as those with mental health diagnoses and at-risk youth with criminal court involvement.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Clinical Case Manager’s functions include:

• Reviewing with participants the conditions of release and program agreement
• Conducting an intake/assessment interview to identify participants’ needs
• Monitoring a caseload of high-risk participants and making referrals to social service interventions
• Maintaining contact with participants and preparing written progress reports for court
• Updating computerized case management appointments and producing reports on participant compliance
• Advocating in court regarding participants’ compliance as necessary
• Participating in staff meetings and ongoing trainings

QUALIFICATIONS

• MSW or relevant Masters degree required with 3+ years of related experience
• Knowledge of NYC Court Operations preferred
• LMSW, LCSW or LMHC preferred

The successful candidate will possess:

• Familiarity with advocacy program models
• Knowledge of treatment programs and support services for referrals
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Bilingual skills preferred, Spanish a plus
• Willingness to work evening and weekend hours, if needed

SALARY: $71,629.93-$75,382.22 annually

BENEFITS:CJA offers a generous benefit plan including health, dental and vision insurance, a comprehensive mental health and wellness plan, four weeks’ vacation, paid holidays, and a retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

Note:Only candidates being considered will be contacted.

The New York City Criminal Justice Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer

CJA is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.