Re-Entry Case Manager

Spectrum Health & Human Services•Buffalo, NY

5d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct service to assigned caseloads of individuals transitioning back into the community prison setting. Services include comprehensive assessment, service planning, coordination of stabilization needs and other identified areas of need or interest, recordkeeping, case management, collaboration and outreach.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree
At least one year of Case Management experience with a bachelor’s degree OR Two years’ experience with an associate degree
Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record and possess a personal vehicle for job requirements.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and to initiate change
Must possess excellent skill and judgment in a range of clinical and case management activities
Must be able to collaborate effectively with a team and have superior interpersonal skills in dealing with other providers and client supports
Must possess excellent written and verbal skills
Proficient in the use of computer software such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Desktop Publishing, Outlook, etc.
Must possess excellent time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred two years’ experience working with individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

Responsibilities

Knowledge and demonstration of agency core values in day-to-day activities
Provides comprehensive case management, coordination and assessment to assigned caseload
Work effectively with parole and other community partners.
Work effectively with individuals enrolled to meet benchmarks regarding enrollment, CBI enrollment, and completion.
Assure all treatment planning including convening regular screening-linking-planning and case conferences involving all providers and support network
Provide outreach to client, family, and other involved persons
Assure and maintain linkages to medical, financial, social, rehabilitative, addiction and psychiatric services
Provide effective advocacy both to obtain services required by individual clients and to obtain needed systems development or change. This may include meeting individuals at their appointments if needed.
Serve as a social change agent by identifying service barriers, participating in the development of solutions, and serving as a systems advocate
Provide required services including crisis intervention, treatment, and support in the absence of viable alternatives.
Perform recordkeeping, statistical tracking, and quality assurance activities in an accurate and timely manner.
Other duties as assigned