Case Manager - Suffolk Transitional Case Management (SUD)

EAC Network•Town of Islip, NY

1d•$27 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency, is seeking a dedicated full-time Case Manager to join their Suffolk Transitional Case Management Substance Use Disorder Program. This role focuses on providing enhanced transition planning and care management services to individuals with substance use disorders who are being released from local correctional facilities and returning to Suffolk County. The Case Manager will work within the Suffolk County Correctional facilities and support clients in their reentry process to reduce the risk of relapse and re-incarceration.

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.
Valid NYS (New York State) Driver’s License.
Willingness 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.
Proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software.

Responsibilities

Provide services to incarcerated Suffolk County residents, eighteen (18) years of age and older with a documented substance use disorder (SUD), both pending and post release.
Meet with Suffolk County Correctional Facility’s Jail Substance Use Unit staff to identify and accept clients for SUD-TCM services.
Develop integrated reentry service plans and provide them with linkages to post-release services to the Jail Behavioral Health Unit.
Assist individuals being released from incarceration in applying for and obtaining necessary benefits and entitlements.
Facilitate the connection of individuals to appropriate aftercare services, housing, vocational/educational services, and peer support networks.
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 them available for inspection by Supervision.
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