What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACT CASE MANAGER - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus! position at Family Service League Inc.?
Established in 1926, Family Service League is a social services agency who provides comprehensive services to individuals, children, and families to improve the quality of their lives at home, in the workplace, and in the community. With more than 60 social service and mental health programs in over 20 locations, Family Service League is committed to serving Long Island’s most vulnerable citizens.
SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
SUMMARY
Family Service League is seeking a full-time Case Manager for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. The Case Manager conducts home visits and provides education to clients. The Case Manager also provides treatment plans and connects clients to treatment facilities.
**$2,000 Sign-On Bonus!**
We offer a generous benefits package including the following:
- **$2,000 Sign-On Bonus!**
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Retirement Savings Plan with a 5% employer contribution
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Generous PTO (paid time off)
- Up to 11 paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Student Tuition Remission Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Employee Discounts and more!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Case Manager will complete Entitlement Applications.
- Accompany clients to Entitlement Offices.
- Provide money management and budgeting skills.
- Ensure active entitlements, including Medicaid and/or other benefits.
- The Case Manager will provide psycho-education to families and clients.
- Facilitate groups.
- Complete client assessments using relapse prevention plans.
- Write treatment plans.
- Provide motivational interviewing.
- The Case Manager will connect clients to treatment facilities.
- Correspond with managed care companies.
- Apply for benefits for clients (i.e., Medicaid, SSI/SSD, HEAP, Food Stamps, etc.).
- Provide crisis intervention.
- Cover the crisis phone.
- Participate in daily team meetings and case conferences.
- Conduct daily home visits.
- All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
At least one year of experience with the sever and persistent mental illness (SPMI) population and familiarity with community resources, including DSS, SSI, Medicaid Managed Care and Housing required.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written required.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a constantly changing, fast paced environment.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required.
Valid and clean New York State Driver's License required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires sitting for long periods of time and travelling to conduct home visits. Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs.
"Family Service League is committed to the belief that all individuals deserve uncompromising respect. Through our recruitment efforts, we continually strive to attain and maintain a diverse and inclusive workforce that meets the needs of our clients and reflects the communities we serve. Family Service League strongly encourages candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for any positions for which they feel potentially qualified.”
