Case Manager - Nassau Adult Guardianship

EAC Network • Village of Hempstead, NY

12h • $25 - $27

About The Position

Come join EAC Network as a Case Manager for our Nassau Adult Guardianship Program! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit agency dedicated to empowering and supporting over 70,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is seeking a motivated Case Manager to join our Nassau Adult Guardianship Program. Wage: $25 to $27 per hour Location: 175 Fulton Ave, Suite 400 in Hempstead NY Schedule: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm ET Primary Purpose of Job: The Case Manager for the Nassau Adult Guardianship program is responsible for all aspects, including personal needs and/or property management of home-based intervention services and case management for incapacitated adults in the Community Guardianship Program.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in social or behavioral sciences preferred.
• Must be proficient in office and computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, Calendar program, and e-mail and/or database software skills necessary to perform job responsibilities.
• Minimum of two years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to motivate clients.
• Must have access to automobile and possess valid NY State Drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Within 72 business hours of assignment, contact the relevant parties to begin the fact-finding process and begin developing a service plan, consisting of social, administrative, fiscal, and legal services for Guardianship clients.
• Provide case management support including home visits, telephone reassurance, advocacy and encouragement for clients struggling with problems such as substance abuse, mental illness, housing, and finances.
• Transport and escort clients in own vehicle if necessary to and from appointments when needed to obtain emergency resources or to complete applications.
• Participate in case conferencing for case review and decision-making.
• Maintain up-to-date progress notes on all assigned cases.
• Communicate with judges, referees, lawyers, and DSS caseworkers regarding program participants as well as presenting to community referral sources.
• Complete and submit Initial Report, Interim Reports, Annual Reports and court updates for clients.
• Provide progress notes to finance department for billing.
• Develop measurement strategies to evaluate the effectiveness of the programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% match after anniversary, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays.
• Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts.
• At EAC Network, you will find more than just a job – you will find a supportive work environment committed to your well-being and growth. We champion equity, justice, and belonging, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued and empowered. We offer many roles with flexible and hybrid schedules to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, and our generous PTO policy and Summer Fridays ensure you have time to recharge. Our commitment to wellness also earned us the 2024 Gold Healthy Workforce Designation from Cigna. Additionally, EAC employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. At EAC Network, you are part of a team making a difference in our communities across Long Island and New York City, every day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level