Case Manager - Suffolk Transitional Case Management (SUD)

EAC Network•Town of Islip, NY

4d•$27 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Case Manager! Are you passionate about supporting the justice involved population, and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 80,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Case Manager to join our Suffolk Transitional Case Management Substance Use Disorder Program! Wage: $27/hour Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM and 2-3 days 7:30AM-3:30PM in the Yaphank and Riverhead correctional facilities Location: 80 Wheeler Road Central Islip

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling or Criminal Justice or CASAC.
At least two years of experience working with the substance use and criminal justice involved population.
Knowledge of available treatment services and ability to work cooperatively with housing, treatment and mental health systems.
Must have valid NYS (New York State) Driver’s License and be willing to transport clients to appointments using own vehicle.
Must provide proof of valid NYS car insurance and Defensive Driving Certificate within 30 days of hire.
Valid registration, inspection and Automobile Insurance Liability of a recommended minimum of 100,000/300,000 will also be evaluated upon hire.
Good communication skills, both oral and written.
Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.

Responsibilities

Provide services to a target population of incarcerated Suffolk County residents, eighteen (18) years of age and older with a documented substance use disorder (SUD). Services shall be provided both pending and post release to persons being released from local correctional facilities who are returning to Suffolk County.
Meet with Suffolk County Correctional Facility’s Jail Substance Use Unit staff to identify and accept clients who could benefit from SUD-TCM services.
Develop integrated reentry service plans and provide a copy of service plans with linkages to post-release services to the Jail Behavioral Health Unit.
Assist individuals being released from incarceration in applying for and obtaining all necessary benefits and entitlements; and facilitate the connection of individuals to appropriate aftercare services, housing, vocational/educational services, and related peer support networks in order to reduce the risk of psychiatric relapse leading to re-incarceration or hospitalization.
Assist individuals with linkage to an OASAS licensed facility and/or a Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) provider upon release.
Work closely with the Suffolk County Department of Social Services to ensure timely activation of Medicaid and other benefits.
Track necessary data as required.
Ensure timely linkages to community care management including Health Home Care Management.
Maintain complete client records and have available for inspection by Supervision at any time.
Maintain caseload through ongoing client contact.
Attend meetings and clinical trainings.
Transport and escort clients to/from appointments when needed.
Perform all other relevant duties as determined by Supervision and EAC NETWORK Administration.

Benefits

Supportive work environment
Commitment to well-being and growth
Equity, justice, and belonging fostered in the workplace
Flexible and hybrid schedules
Generous PTO policy
Summer Fridays
Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna in 2024 and 2025
401(k) plan
3% employer contribution to 401(k) after one year of service (for full-time employees)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program