FSRI - Case Manager, East Street Living

The City of Providence • Providence, RI

12d

About The Position

Responsible for providing case management services to young adults living in the program. Advocates for residents and their families in navigating human service and similar departments, agencies, and services. Collaborates on cases with a multitude of providers such as the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF), schools, medical providers, and other service providers to ensure appropriate delivery of services to resident.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field required, or able meet the qualifications to become a Certified Community Health Worker, or both.
• Experience in child welfare, youth programming, youth development, and/or related fields.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written required.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic issues.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance and registration required.
• Ability to travel to and from community locations and residential site locations, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs
• Ability to push or pull 10 lbs or more
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to perform restraint techniques if needed and deal with physically aggressive people

Responsibilities

• Providing case management services to young adults living in the program.
• Advocating for residents and their families in navigating human service and similar departments, agencies, and services.
• Collaborating on cases with a multitude of providers such as the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF), schools, medical providers, and other service providers to ensure appropriate delivery of services to resident.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees