Case Manager - Staten Island - AHRC NYC

AHRC New York City is one of the largest providers of services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in New York City. Our mission is to advocate for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead full and equitable lives.

AHRC NYC is looking to hire a Case Manager for our Staten Island Employment Business Services (EBS) program. The Case Manager is expected to develop and maintain positive relationships with funding sources, fellow providers, schools, training sites, employers, participants and their families, and staff. This person is responsible to meet the requirements of all contracts to which he/she is assigned and to adhere to all compliance requirements.

The Case Manager position has an annual salary of between $38-$42k and comes with a low-to-no cost, comprehensive health benefit package which is just one way that AHRC NYC supports the wellbeing of our employees and their families.  In addition, we also offer generous paid time off, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, a 403(b)-retirement plan with a matching benefit, flexible spending accounts, and discount programs.  Our wellness offerings include an employee assistance program, Twill mental health platform and cash rewards for healthy behavior. 

Essential Responsibilities

• Create and maintain excellent relationships with all job seekers assigned, in order to provide top quality customer service and ensure future success in employment. Provide coverage within the program in event of excessive staff absences. Counsel participants in both group and individual settings.
• Ensure program remains in compliance with New York State regulations, Department of Labor regulations, Federal, and Workforce Investment Act. and parent meetings as appropriate.
• Participate as member of interdisciplinary team, attending case conferences, staff meetings seekers for success in employment. Create and maintain excellent relationships with EBS staff for purpose of preparing job
• Provide top quality customer service to all job seekers before and after job placements and to employers who hire them, in coordination with Account Executives and other EBS staff.
• Establish relationships in community and coordinate outreach events for recruitment of new enrollees into programs.
• Conduct Job Clubs and other pre-employment groups and meetings related to pre- employment issues and/or job seekers.
• Conduct initial reviews of potential new enrollees and provide guidance through enrollment process to person supported, family and other service providers involved. Perform Discovery process for individuals, as required by supervisor.
• Participate in Person Centered practices, including Discovery, Community Engagement activities, and Customized Employment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Experience or strong capacity in instructing/mentoring program participants, with prior works exposure in teaching or training individuals.
• Two years of working with the developmentally disabled population preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants' families, employers, funding sources, Care Coordinators, and other stable holders.
• Ability to organize work of self and others, as well as work independently as needed.
• Bachelor's degree preferred. 
• NYS Driver's License preferred.

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (sick, personal and vacation)
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

AHRC New York City provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants, with employment based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (with or without sexual conduct), age, disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic disposition or carrier status, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic as established by law.