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CASE MANAGER

YMCA: YMCA of Greater New York

Location: New York, NY

Job Description:

The Harlem YMCA is seeking a qualified individual who will provide social work counseling to residents and prepare them for independent living and help in securing permanent housing.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry full caseload assigned by Clinical Supervisor.
• Maintain case management records, documents, and reports as required.
• Maintain personal contact with residents, developing a trusting relationship in order to monitor physical, emotional and mental need for additional services.
• Coordinate support and home health care as necessary, making referrals to medical, home care, mental health and/or substance abuse services. Provide assistance in obtaining entitlements.
• Formulate needs assessment and implement service plan in conjunction with program team.
• Manage residents' medical and personal emergencies, such as need for hospitalization, sudden medical or mental hygiene needs.
• Assist residents in establishing and/or strengthening significant relationships and reinforce a supportive network.
• Maintain confidential records, logs, releases and charts for each resident.
• Assist with intake and admission procedures.
• Organize and maintain community resources guides for residents and staff, including clothing and food pantries, meal programs, support groups, skills training, job training, GED, permanent housing resources, etc.
• Develop short term task oriented trainings.
• Participate in weekly meetings.
• Participate with residents in recreational trips and other planned activities.

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience working in health services field.
• Must have excellent computer skills, workshop facilitation skills and ability to build relationships with others.
• Knowledge of clinical social work, substance abuse, homelessness, housing resources and/or HIV/AIDS.

Salary: $40,163 - $50,203

HOW TO APPLY

We offer an exciting and innovative work environment with an organizational culture committed to serving all members of our community. If qualified, please forward your cover letter and resume with subject line "Case Manager" to jhaynes@ymcanyc.org or to: Harlem YMCA Attn.: James Haynes 180 West 135th Street New York, NY 10030 New York City's YMCA | WE'RE HERE FOR GOOD EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Resumes until: 5/31/2013

Contact: James Haynes

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