Case Manager (Part-Time)- Alternatives For Youth

EAC Network • Brentwood, NY

3d • $24 - $24 • Hybrid

About The Position

EAC Network is seeking a part-time Case Manager for its Alternatives for Youth (AFY) Program. The Case Manager provides home-based crisis intervention and case management services to client families, helping them address the crises and problems that led parents to seek a PINS petition. The role supports families facing challenges including substance abuse and mental illness and works with them toward stability through intensive home-based services.

The position is based at 320 Carleton Avenue, Suite 8000, Central Islip, New York. It offers a flexible hybrid schedule of 17 hours per week, generally in the afternoons and evenings, with travel of up to 50%. The Case Manager may need to be on call for the AFY hotline as scheduled and transport or escort clients in their own vehicle when necessary.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and qualifying experience, English and Spanish communication skills, a valid New York State driver’s license, access to a car, and proficiency with relevant computer applications. Required training is provided during the first year of employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and one year of child and adolescent experience, or at least one year of community or social service work or child and adolescent experience.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Valid New York State driver’s license and access to a car.
• Proficiency with computer applications or automated systems, including spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendars, email, and/or database software necessary for work assignments.
• Participate in at least 20 hours of training during the first six months of employment and an additional 20 hours during the second six months. Topics include Homebuilders, mediation, working with adolescents, substance abuse, mental health, the juvenile and/or criminal justice system, and related topics.

Responsibilities

• Assist Spanish- and English-speaking families in resolving crises and problems that led parents to seek a PINS petition.
• Provide case management support to families in crisis, including families dealing with substance abuse and mental illness.
• Deliver intensive, home-based case management and crisis intervention to help families reach stability.
• Conduct assessments using the Child and Adult Needs Assessment (CANS) instrument and develop strengths-based Family Intervention Plans based on family needs.
• Refer families to partnership agencies and conduct outreach to new agencies when needed.
• Follow up with service providers to monitor families’ progress.
• Help parents and youth learn behavior management techniques.
• Maintain timely progress notes, accurate case records, and required data entry in the computer system in accordance with contract mandates.
• Be on call for families contacting the AFY hotline as scheduled.
• Transport or escort clients to appointments or to obtain emergency resources, such as clothing or medication, in the Case Manager’s own vehicle when necessary.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and trainings.
• Develop and facilitate monthly educational workshops for adolescents when assigned by the Director.
• Participate in monthly recreational events for AFY adolescents when needed.
• Lead weekly female and male adolescent groups when assigned by the Director.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid schedules in many roles.
• Generous paid time off policy and Summer Fridays.
• Eligible employees may participate in EAC Network’s 401(k) plan.
• Full-time employees receive a 3% employer contribution to the 401(k) after one year of service.
• Employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Supportive work environment focused on employee well-being, growth, equity, justice, and belonging.

What This Job Offers

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