Senior Case Manager - Military veterans preferred

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 50 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

BronxWorks is hiring one (1) Senior Case Manager for Care Coordination Program.

Qualifications (education, professional certifications or licenses, experience, proficiencies)
Proficiency in modem business communications including personal computers, electronic mail, voicemail, facsimile and copier equipment
Minimum Bachelor's degree in social work or another related field of study
Salary commensurate with educational background
Two years ofcase management or relevant work experience preferred
Engagement and detailed oriented skills are essential
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other standard business technology is required
Strong oral and written communication, time management and organizational skills are necessary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintaining a caseload of25-30 high risk individuals
Monitor and document client progress towards Treatment plan goals
Conduct regular case conferences with clients and service providers as needed
Conduct monthly home visits for caseload and field work with clients when needed
Conduct on-boarding with new staff members.
Conduct case management group trainings.
Assist Program Director as needed.
On call nights/weekends required.
Assist with managing and directing all walk-in clients
Maintain familiarity with agency and city resources available to clients
Document progress notes for all encounters and services provided to clients
Participate in regular meetings, trainings and weekly supervision with supervisor and other support staff
Perform additional duties as assigned
Opportunities for clinical work through intensive case management, crisis counseling and substance abuse counseling Program

Program Specific Responsibilities
Completing ongoing Treatment Plans and Assessments for caseload
Coordinate and connect clients to variety of medical, mental health and behavioral health physicians and services
Assessing ongoing eligibility for various entitlements and resources for caseload
Meeting monthly reporting requirements including timely documentation and engagement with full caseload

Skills/ Abilities
Strong writing and oral communication skills
Strong presentation skills and ability to represent the agency at functions and meetings
Ability to collect and analyze client demographics and outcome
Excellent organizational and teambuilding skills
Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time
Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork
Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents
Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation
Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in -all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.