Case Manager - Education Center

inc•Brooklyn, NY

9d•$40,000 - $40,000

About The Position

The Education Center provides adult education services to the Brooklyn community. We serve students with GED preparation classes, ESL classes, and vocational training. In addition, the Education Center operates a Family Welcome Center in which we provide case management & wrap-around services, workforce development programming, and regular community workshops & events. Many of our students speak Spanish, Arabic, or Chinese as their first language. The Case Manager supports ESL and GED students as they work toward their education and employment goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
One year experience in case management and/or counseling
Strong computer skills
Strong time management and organizational skills
Strong problem solving skills and the ability to be resourceful
Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and work as part of a team
Ability communicate effectively in the face of stress, feedback, or change

Nice To Haves

Language skills in Spanish, Arabic, and/or Chinese are preferred

Responsibilities

Case management and career counseling services for students in GED preparation and ESL programs
Work with students in the development of education & employment plans
Intake for students entering GED preparation and ESL programs
Pre-testing, and post-testing using TABE, Best Plus 2.0, and Best Literacy
Maintain retention through regular check-ins and meetings with students
Follow up with students who have exited the program
Keep up-to-date case notes
Conduct job readiness workshops
Assist learners with employment, internship, and college applications
Collection of vital records
Attend professional development training
Other duties, as assigned