Case Manager (Bilingual)

Job Description

Newly hired, full-time, Case Mangers will receive a $3,000 Sign On Bonus within their 1st year of active, full-time employment!

Job Description – Case Manager

Under the administrative supervision of the Lead Case Manager, is responsible for assessing sponsors as well as timely reunification and release outcomes. Is responsible for mastery of the UAC Portal record keeping and documentation software for UAC case file maintenance. Prepares schedules and organizes discharge packets. Coordinates treatment planning with interdisciplinary agency staff.

Essential Functions:

Completes all Sponsor Assessments / Individual Service Plans (ISP) for each of the residents on caseload within the initial 5 days.

Completes all Case Management progress notes and places them into the minor’s physical file (minimum 1 per week for each youth on caseload)

Updates Case Reviews Weekly or More Frequently As Needed.

Chairs weekly staffing for caseload.

Completes all aspects of the Family Reunification Packet

Assess UC and complete Initial Intake Assessment within the initial 24 hours of placement

Identify potential sponsors within 24 hours of placement

Verifies age for all UC immediately upon receipt of birth certificate and/or other documentation

Verifies all documentation for case files, including and not limited to the completion of regular quality assurance checks on case files

Ensures contact with the sponsor will not jeopardize the safety of UC or others.

Verifies family relationships and collaborates with parents/legal guardians regarding all aspects of family reunification

Collaborates with ORR/FFS regarding the family reunification process, case management, and required approvals

DOES NOT ASK parent/legal guardian to sponsor UC if either: 1. there is a court order terminating parental rights re: UC; or 2. there is substantial evidence that UC would be at risk of harm if released to a parent/legal guardian

Prepares and sends out all documentation requested by ORR/FFS

Meets with each resident on caseload at least weekly

Meets with minor in Cottage or School consistently to observe within different settings at least weekly.

Meets with and maintains open communication with the Clinician assigned to each case

Responsible for complete, timely, and accurate information in each UC case file

Communicates with school personnel and Cottage Staff, and meets with teachers and residents as requested.

Conducts meetings and communication with sponsors

Maintains confidentiality of ORR policies and procedures including all legal compliance requirements of ORR

Ensures regular communication through phone calls and campus visits between UC, parent/legal guardian, and sponsor

Works with appropriate personnel to plan and implement appropriate release plans for each caseload resident.

Completes the Assessment of the Sponsor in compliance with ORR Policy.

Verifies all release information complete before UC generates Release Request to ORR/FFS

Specifically addresses each document as indicated in the Family Reunification Checklist

Submits all information about Family Reunification Packet as directed by ORR Policies and Procedures and/or ORR/FFS promptly

Submits release notifications promptly by ORR Policies and Procedures

Communicates with outside parties, including and not limited to attorneys and GDIT third-party reviewers by ORR Policies and Procedures

Generates requests for Home Study and/or Post-Release Services by ORR Policies and Procedures and other legal requirements as indicated through assessment and ISP

Generates Safety Plan for each UC when indicated

Generates release recommendations for each UC

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Behavioral Science, Human Services, or Social Service.
• Previous experience working with adolescents is desired.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and computer literacy.
• Experience in office and professional environment
• Bilingual, Spanish (Fluent)
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to negotiate stairs and public transportation
• Must be able to sit, bend, kneel, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs
  
  

Salary: $52,000 - $59,000

Bonus: $1,500 (30 Days), $750 (6 Months), $750 (1 yr)

Job Type: Full-time / Non-Exempt

Hours: Monday – Friday 8a - 4:30p;

(Evening / Weekend availability if needed)

Benefits:

Medical (3 plans), Dental, and Vision Insurance

Dollar-for-dollar match to your 403b (nonprofit version of a 401K) up to $500.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Gym Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

An employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account ($2,500 for employees, $5,000 for family)

New York State Disability

Long Term Disability

Basic Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Additional Voluntary Life Insurance, up to 3x your salary

Voluntary Insurances

Accident Insurance

Cancer Protection

Critical Illness

And additional Disability Income

Additionally, Lincoln Hall enjoys a relaxed and casual work environment around campus. We routinely have employee-focused events and programming. We also offer transportation to and from the closest Metro-North Train line in Katonah for those employees who take mass transit.

Lincoln Hall offers salaries commensurate with experience and competitive benefits and vacation packages. All staff members enjoy a relaxed dress code and access to a gorgeous campus.

Lincoln Hall believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our young men and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects our young men's diverse backgrounds and experiences. At the same time, we work to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of diversity for our staff and young men.

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category.