What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager (Bilingual)- Suffolk Treatment Alternatives for Safer Communities (TASC) position at EAC Network?
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Case Manager (Bilingual)
EAC Network, a not-for-profit social service agency that empowers, assists, and cares for over 62,888 people in need through 100 programs across Long Island and NYC, seeks a Bilingual Case Manager to work full time for its Suffolk County Treatment Alternatives for Safer Communities (TASC) program.
The Case Manager (Bilingual) position is a non-exempt position paying $24 per hour at 35 hour. The hours of operation are Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM and the office is located in Central Islip, NY. The role reports to the Program Director.
Comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401K
• Vision
• Very generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & More.
Primary Purpose of Job:
The Case Manager is responsible for court liaison, assessment, referral and monitoring of clients involved in the criminal justice system into appropriate treatment modalities, management of a caseload, and conducting cognitive behavioral interventions.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
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Act as liaison to the courts. Conduct assessment interviews and arrange for client to be placed into the appropriate treatment program. Investigate and arrange client service plans.
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Complete follow up paperwork and maintain complete client records and have them available for inspection by Supervision at any time.
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Prepare and present written status reports to the criminal justice system in a timely manner regarding client's progress.
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Investigate and arrange supportive services for clients.
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Transport and escort clients to appointments and treatment facilities when indicated in own vehicle as needed if necessary.
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Maintain a caseload of substance abusing offenders.
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Make monthly site visits to treatment agencies assigned to caseload.
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Conduct drug testing on clients of the Program as needed.
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Conduct cognitive behavioral interventions.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
- Associate degree in a helping profession and at least 2 years of prior experience working in intervention programs with criminal justice involved participants (educational equivalent will be considered). Bachelor Degree preferred.
- Bilingual capability (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Knowledge of treatment programs and local criminal justice and health systems.
- Good communication skills, both oral and written; Ability to work cooperatively with treatment and criminal justice systems.
- Must have access to automobile and possess valid New York State Driver’s license.
- Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft, Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.
Salary : $24
