$1000 SIGNING BONUS!!

WHO ARE WE: The LaSalle School (LSS) is a highly regarded, and nationally accredited provider of therapeutic, educational, and supportive services designed to accomplish positive, personal growth and lasting change in the lives of youth and families in need. With over a quarter of our staff employed for over 10 years with the agency, many of our employees find this work to be extremely fulfilling and choose to make this a lifelong career. Here at LaSalle, we take pride in our people who share our commitment to the core values of integrity, mutual respect, fairness, and communication. LSS offers competitive compensation and benefits, excellent learning, and development opportunities.

WHO YOU CAN BECOME: The Case Manager (RCM) is a full-time, 40 hour a week, non-exempt, and hourly position who is responsible for rapid engagement and ongoing assessment and support of the needs of the family of youth enrolled in the Juvenile Reporting and Family Center program. They will work with the JRFC team and community resources to foster youth and family safety, well-being and permanency within the home through family focused team meetings, individual contacts and referrals. The JRFC Caseworker will work as a member of the JRFC team across sites. They will be an integral member of the Centralized Intake Team, with scheduled on call responsibilities to respond to intake needs and coverage for same day admission to the program at any of the sites. The JRFC Caseworker will develop an understanding of the most effective interventions to support alternative to detention services with youth involved in the juvenile justice system.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Communicate and work as a member of the team with the Reporting Center staff, Probation and the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF).
• Meet weekly with mentors to gather information about youth’s individual activity plans.
• Maintain accurate online calendar of meetings/appointments with youth, family and providers (calendar should be completed on a weekly basis).
• Responsive to the family’s needs, linking them to community and natural resources to increase protective factors.
• Represent the program at court appearances, Probation, DCYF, medical, educational and/or counseling appointments as needed/required.
• Conduct mental health and substance abuse screenings utilizing recognized and approved screening instruments.
• Maintain CANS NY certification
• Complete CANS NY assessments for each youth.
• Prepare reports of findings to include recommendations and referrals when appropriate.
• Participate in regularly scheduled Intake Team Meetings and Reporting Center team meetings.
• Plan and facilitate Family Team Meetings, home visits and family and youth contacts as per contractual requirements. Per county contract requires a minimum of one (1) hour of contact with each family.
• Provide educational support through school visits, conferences and as a liaison between the youth’s school and the Reporting Center to support the youth’s academic progress, attendance and attachment to his school.
• Professional completion of all casework documentation, including assessments, recommendations, referrals, FTMs, discharge summaries, case files, Awards and Connections progress notes, and Family Assessment and Service Plans within established Office of Children and Family Services and county expectations and timelines.
• Ongoing outreach with community agencies and resources for family support.
• Attend evening Parent Nights; assist in facilitating a Parent Advisory Group.
• Facilitate casework transportation needs for youth and families, as needed.
• Assist in tracking and achievement of outcomes.
• Provide information to the records department on Intakes and Discharges for La Salle JRFC youth.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Bachelor’s Degree with relevant experience.
• New York State Driver’s License in good standing and vehicle.

WHO ARE YOU:

• Commitment to the mission and values of La Salle School.
• Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team approach.
• Computer literacy.
• Commitment to professional development and use of best practices.
• Ability to manage deadlines and be responsive to program and casework needs.
• Outreach with community resources.
• Strong interpersonal, crisis management and engagement skills.
• Cultural competency.
• Flexibility in scheduling.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• For full-time employees: Start at 10 days off for vacation, 13 paid holidays a year, 3 personal days, 12 sick days per year and other leave time available dependent on the circumstances.
• Health/Medical Insurance - Single (LaSalle covers 100% of cost) / 2-person/family (LaSalle covers 50% of coverage)
• Dental Insurance - Single (LaSalle covers 100% of cost) / 2-person/family (LaSalle covers 50% of cost)
• Life Insurance - LaSalle covers 100% of cost at $50,000. Additional coverage can be purchased by the employee at cost to employee.
• Flexible Spending and Cafeteria Plans - Employee covers 100% of cost.
• Vision Insurance - Employee covers 100% of cost.
• Short Term Disability - Employee covers 100% of cost.
• Cancer Care and Accident Care plans - Employee covers 100% of cost.
• Retirement: LaSalle covers 100% of contribution to Pension, 403b option available to staff - 100% contribution is employee responsibility
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Loan Assistance Program
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs - As a non-profit organization, LaSalle School qualifies as an organization to help college debt forgiven over the course of a set number of years--federal requirements must be meet by employee.
• During the first three to six months of employment, LaSalle will ensure that you have the necessary training, which is 100% covered by LaSalle; to be successful in the new position. Such training includes, but not limited to, essential documentation, and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
• Employee Assistance Program (Capital EAP)
• Join us for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner in the cafeteria at no cost to the employee during your shift/breaks at LaSalle.

At LSS, we are committed to fostering an environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are not just values but integral parts of our culture. We actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for job opportunities within our organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to be fair and unbiased, reflecting our belief that embracing diversity strengthens our workplace and enriches our community. Join our team and be part of an organization that values and celebrates the contributions of every individual.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.03 - $24.38 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adolescents

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person