Case Manager/Client Care Coordinator

Volunteers of America - Greater New York, Inc.•New York, NY

9d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Case Manager/Client Care Coordinator is a key provider of services within Volunteers of America’s Case Management Model. The Case Manager works with the client to assess their strengths and needs, plan a course of action, link the client to services, counsel the client and monitor progress. S/he must assure that clients receive appropriate, competent and professional information and advice, referrals and advocacy services to achieve successful outcomes. May include supervision of direct care staff. Victory I is a facility that provides comprehensive services and safe, anonymous housing for individuals and their children experiencing domestic violence.

Requirements

Associate's degree or 60 college credits courses in Human Services field or High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of related experience.
Demonstrated ability in verbal and written communication.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Related experience with domestic violence.

Responsibilities

Manage the client intake and assessment process to orient the client to the program and produce a comprehensive assessment of client service needs.
Develop with the client a mutually agreed-upon individual service plan reflecting assessment findings goals. Update the plan with the client as required.
Meet regularly with the client to assist him/her in obtaining needed services/benefits to achieve their individual service plan goals. Provide supportive counseling to strengthen his/her ability to make appropriate life decisions.
Document case management activities in accordance with agency and funder guidelines and procedures. Collect service data and participate in evaluation and quality assurance activities.
Provide aftercare to assigned clients who have been placed/discharged from the facility.