Case Manager - UJA Safety Net

Selfhelp Community Services

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

New York, New York

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Case Manager assesses client needs, manages care plans, and assists with entitlements and benefits. They also provide supportive counseling, maintain accurate case documentation, and facilitate group activities.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Case Manager to assess client needs, manage case work, and develop care plans. A Bachelor's degree and one year of related experience are required, along with excellent communication, customer service, and multitasking skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential.

Job Description

Position Summary: Assesses clients' needs and eligibility for in-home services, entitlements and benefits, and manages ongoing case work and care plan management.

Principal Responsibilities:

  • Conduct intakes, provide accurate information and referrals.
  • Screen and assist clients with applications and re-certifications for entitlements and benefits
  • Assess clients in their home, hospital or other institutional setting as appropriate
  • Advocate on behalf of clients and arrange for provision of services; develop implement and follow up on care plans
  • Provide supportive counseling to clients as needed
  • Maintain ongoing communication with client, family members and other collaterals as appropriate
  • Maintain complete and accurate case notes utilizing the program’s data system; prepare required documentation in case file within organizational time frames
  • Maintain and report on statistics according to Selfhelp standards, utilizing the program’s data system and other forms of record keeping as needed.
  • Actively participate in supervision and staff meetings and share any emergent issues with supervisor in a timely manner
  • Facilitate and assist at social, recreational and other group activities and events
  • Any other duties assigned. 
  • Adhere to organization’s standards by completing annual mandatory trainings in a timely manner on topics including – but not limited to – Sexual Harassment Prevention Training, IT Security Awareness, Compliance, OSHA, HIPAA and any other training the organization may deem necessary in regards to regulatory compliance or good business practices.
  • Supports organization’s mission by striving for excellence in all aspects of their job with a focus on positive interpersonal relationship with co-workers.
  • Adheres to the organization’s policy in regards to absenteeism and appearance and health and safety standards

Salary Range: $50,000 - $52,400 per year commensurate with experience.

Job Competencies & Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree Required.
  • One year related experience and/or training
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other technology
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Excellent customer service skills with a focus on treating clients with respect and dignity
  • Able to multi-task and work independently with a great attention to detail

Working Conditions/Physical Demand

  • Business office environment with phone and computer use; travel via public transportation. This position may have the ability to work from home 2-3 times per week.

Selfhelp Community Services

We believe that individuals deserve compassionate, trusted, and innovative care that respects their life experiences. Our unique approach is rooted in our longstanding work with Holocaust survivors, giving us the experience and understanding to meet every challenge. Today we provide affordable housing, home care, and community-based services to 25,000 people so they can age with dignity and independence.
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