Case Management Navigator, Van Dyke (Cornerstone Case Management)

CAMBA•New York, NY

27d•$50,000 - $50,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Cornerstone Case Management Expansion consists of a case-management approach, which incorporates a Social Worker, a Navigator, and the development of Peer Support Leaders into the Van Dyke Cornerstone Community Center. The Social Worker and Navigator will create connections to other City agencies and providers and act as “expediters” for resources such as health, mental health, employment training, housing, food, etc., to help young adult Participants (ages 18-21) with issues identified in their Individual Service Plans.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B. S.) and one year of applicable experience, or
Associate’s degree (A.S) and two years of applicable experience, or
High School Diploma or HSE and three years of applicable experience
Relevant experience as described above, preferably in a mid-sized (250+ employees) organization.
Good written & verbal communication.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong knowledge of the Canarsie community.
Flexibility with working a flexible schedule including morning, evening and weekends as needed, and be prepared for various outdoor weather conditions during their workday

Responsibilities

Work with the Social Worker on the implementation of ISPs
Provide outreach and continuous support to participants.
Collaborate with local Cure Violence providers and other neighborhood resources to create a comprehensive support network for participants and the program.
Identify high-risk participants in the community and conduct initial outreach to engage those not currently part of the program.
Maintain trust with identified participants and facilitate their connection with the Social Worker and Cornerstone activities.
Ensure meaningful connections with the community and local resources to support the program and neighborhood.
Meet with participants' families to understand their needs and provide necessary support and resources.
Act as a liaison between community and agency resources to enhance services for participants.
Identify, organize, and coordinate the activities of Peer Support Leaders.
Coordinate group development incentives and activities, including meals, recreation, trips, cultural events, and other opportunities for connection and growth.
Worked collaboratively with the Social Worker and under the direct supervision of the Van Dyke Cornerstone Director
Assist in the collection of enrollment forms, documentation, and tracking of participant data to ensure compliance with program requirements.
Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (dates achieved) via regularly scheduled telephone contact and/or face to face office visits and document via progress notes.
Recommend closing of cases in which clients have: (a) achieved primary goals and have maintained stability for a period of months; or, (b) have not demonstrated a willingness to participate in the process (lost-to-service); or, (c) have become ineligible for services (e.g. moved out of area).
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
As needed conduct client periodic re-assessments.
As needed schedule appointments for client with referral organizations.
As needed escort clients safely to and from school
Other duties as assigned.