Case Manager (Ulster County)

$1,000 SIGNING BONUS!!

WHO ARE WE: The LaSalle School 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. LaSalle School offers competitive compensation and benefits, excellent learning, and development opportunities.

WHO YOU CAN BECOME: The Ulster County Case Manager is a full-time, 40-hour a week, non-exempt, and hourly position that will provide behavioral health programming in dyads with a Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Mental Health Counselor embedded within Ulster County school districts. They will buttress existing services available both in school and the community and provide intensive, time-limited clinical intervention and care coordination to Ulster County students. The case manager will be a part of the school community in one of our nine (9) districts and act as a link between school, community, and family. Their services will be targeted toward middle-school age young people identified by the school as being able to benefit from targeted support, brief intervention, and linkage to community resources. The case manager will work with a caseload of 20 youths for a period of three to six months.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Conduct face-to-face sessions (in school, at home, and/or in the community) with the youth based on goals set: behavior at school, home and in the community, mental health, trauma, substance use (prevention or intervention), academics, community, vocational, family, social (including extra-circular interests and activities), physical wellness and access to healthcare, household economic stability, housing instability, food insecurity, violence at home or in the community, and other areas as identified by the youth and their families.
• Conduct family support sessions with the youth and their parent/caregiver at least monthly.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Complete all required case-related documentation.
• Ongoing communication and meetings with school staff as needed.
• Linkage to community support and resources (for both youth and family), based upon building personal responsibility and accountability as well as independent living skills.
• Coordinate with other involved providers including but not limited to mental health, juvenile justice, social services, primary care, etc.
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team as assigned.
• Adhere to all relevant agency and regulatory expectations.
• Could also assist school personnel in direct consultation and/or crisis response(s).
• Maintain all required paperwork including treatment plans, safety plans, and progress notes in a timely manner.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field.
• Knowledge of Childhood Development, Person-Centered Care and/or Motivational Interviewing, Cultural Responsiveness (must include LGBTQIA youth).
• New York State driver’s license in good standing as determined by the Agency.

WHO ARE YOU:

• Clinical skills, including adolescent development, family systems, group treatment, and assessment.
• Motivated to positively support agency mission, philosophy, and expectations.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the code of ethics and standards applicable to credential and scope of practice as published by the National Association of Social Workers.
• Strong Computer skills.
• Highly developed organizational skills.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Ability to work with a team of service providers.
• Efficient recordkeeping and time management skills.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• 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 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.
• 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.

... AND THIS IS WHAT WE STAND FOR:

At LaSalle School, 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: $25.06 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25