Case Manager

The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties, Inc.•Hudson, NY

7d•$20 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties Inc. is seeking a full-time Community Based Children's Case Manager to join their team. This role focuses on advocating for the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities, specifically working with youth in Columbia County. The program offers services such as School-Based Programs (SBPP), Community-Based Prevention Program (CBPP), and Supervision and Treatment Services for Juveniles Program (STSJP). The goal is to prevent out-of-home placements by providing case management support to families, working with the entire family unit to address serious emotional, social, and/or behavioral issues.

Requirements

Must have a bachelors degree or at least 3 years of experience working with families in the Human Services Field.
Must have knowledge of Children and Families services in Columbia and Greene County.
Must have knowledge of Department of Social Services and the operations of School Districts.
Understanding of cultural and family differences and values, and ability to remain non-judgmental is essential.
Ability to work with a diverse population of urban, suburban and rural cultures and with community members from varying socioeconomic backgrounds.
Demonstrate a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
Must be able to work regularly outside the office and in the field to engage with clients.
Excellent verbal, written, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Regular and steady attendance is a requirement for all positions.
All offers are contingent upon successful Statewide Central Registry (SCR), fingerprint clearance and possession of a valid NYS driver’s license with a MVR eligible for agency insurance coverage.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual applicants encouraged to apply.
Bi-lingual a plus.

Responsibilities

Carries a caseload of up to 12 families and accepts referrals from primary to middle school building principals, the Department of Social Services, Probation Department and the Single Point of Access.
Has frequent, consistent contact, preferably in the family’s home with the youth, family and/or significant others.
Provides advocacy services by assisting with family specific needs related to other systems of care and acts as program contact person.
Coordinates meetings with the families among service providers and school personnel when needed and/or appropriate.
Provides information in a timely manner to the Case Management Program Director related to units of service, number of families served, admissions and discharges and any other reporting requirements (Board of Director Reports, time sheets, mileage sheets, etc.).
Attends training related to family empowerment, multi-cultural sensitivity, case management, among others.
Will be required to participate in our Strengthening Families Parenting Program as required by our grant with the Department of Social Services.
Will participate in 4 sessions of Strengthening Families Program per year during the evening.
Assist in a facilitation role, support staff, daycare, or transportation role as agreed upon by you and the program supervisor.