Job Description
Job Description
HANAC, Inc., originally founded by George Douris as the Hellenic American Neighborhood Action Committee, is a New York City-based multi-faceted social services organization. Established in 1972, HANAC was created to serve the needs of vulnerable populations throughout New York City. The Learn and Earn Program supports high school juniors and seniors by providing guidance, paid internships, career planning, tutoring, college preparation, and leadership development opportunities.
The Part-time Case Manager will be responsible for ensuring that participants successfully navigate the program by providing individualized support, case management, counseling, and referrals. This role involves conducting assessments, monitoring participant progress, and helping them overcome barriers to employment and education.
The Case Manager will work closely with program staff, schools, employers, and community partners to ensure participants receive the necessary support to graduate, gain employment, or pursue higher education.
Key Program Goals :
- Support youth in achieving work readiness, job skills, and social development
- Ensure a safe and structured learning and work environment
- Adhere to program policies and compliance requirements
- Provide individualized support and case management services
- Maintain detailed records and assist with programmatic reporting
Rate of Pay : $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Work Schedule : Monday to Friday, 2 pm - 6 pm. Schedule is TBD and subject to change.
Work Location : Q258 Energy Tech High School 36-41 28th St, Long Island City, NY 11106
Responsibilities :
Conduct outreach, intake, and enrollment to ensure program retentionDevelop and facilitate career exploration, work readiness, and life skills workshopProvide individualized counseling and career coaching to participantsMaintain a caseload of enrolled youth, tracking their progress in the DYCD systemAssist participants in developing Individual Service Strategies (ISS) to map out educational and career goalsMonitor and document case notes, participant progress, and follow-upsWork closely with school guidance counselors, teachers, and other stakeholders to support participantsProvide referrals to community-based organizations for additional servicesOrganize guest panels, community service projects, mentorship activities, and field trips (e.g., college tours, employer site visits)Monitor participants during internships, collecting timesheets and work documentationEnsure timely milestone tracking (e.g., post-secondary education, employment, apprenticeship, military enrollment) and submit required documentationConduct regular check-ins with program participants to ensure engagement and completionAssist with incident reporting and notify the Program Director of any concernsComplete Basecamp check-ins twice per day to update on participant progress and case management tasksAttend staff meetings and professional development trainingAssist with additional program duties as neededQualifications :
Must have a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and experience working with City systems such as public assistance, child welfare, education, and housing; or Minimum two years’ experience working with at-risk inner-city youth.An associate’s degree and experience working with City systems such as public assistance, child welfare, education, and housing; orAt least 2-3 years of experience in case management, workforce development, education, or youth servicesExperience working with city systems such as public assistance, child welfare, education, and housingExperience counseling youth in employment, college preparation, and leadership developmentStrong organizational, communication, and administrative skillsProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite, and database managementKnowledge of Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) or other workforce programs preferredBilingual (English / Spanish) is a plusPowered by JazzHR
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Salary : $25 - $30
