Case Worker

PROMESA R.H.C.F.•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond for over 50 years. As one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, they serve over 150,000 individuals annually through a comprehensive array of integrated, bilingual, and culturally competent community-based services for individuals of all ages and developmental levels. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Case Worker will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating case management activities for the program. This role involves working directly with individuals experiencing homelessness, providing healthcare referrals, processing paperwork, assessing needs, and assisting clients in securing permanent housing, benefits, and access to social services.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited college is required, or a high school diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of applicable or relevant experience.
2 years of experience in relevant field: case management, social services, human services and substance abuse experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college is preferred.
Bilingual (English and Spanish) ( English and Mandarin/Cantonese) preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct intake interviews and assessments.
Counsel clients with confronting issues adversely affecting their lives (i.e.: mental illness, addiction, abuse).
Ensure clients have appropriate medical insurance and are referred to medical provider.
Assist clients in finding housing and employment.
Maintain updated case files with necessary documentation.
Network with community partners.
Conduct biweekly group intakes.
Schedule weekly meetings with families in caseload.
Create case plans and monitor plans for effectiveness.
Maintain physical files and/or electronic files within DFTA.
Evaluate new and existing client's needs to determine their immediate needs, functional capabilities and assistance needed to stabilize housing, healthcare, finances, etc.
Establish and maintain working relationships with public agencies concerning public benefits, employment services, supportive services, housing resources, etc.
Attend and participate in all required agency meetings: staff meetings, house meetings, in-service training and weekly case review.
Conduct home inspections as required.
Other duties in keeping with the scope and nature of the position.