Educational Case Manager

About Le Moyne College:

Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.

Our Mission:

Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.

Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.

POSITION SUMMARY                                                                     

The Healthcare Advancement Resource Center (HARC) is a grant-funded initiative supported by the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation and other funding sources. HARC’s mission is to connect internationally trained medical graduates (IMGs) with educational and employment opportunities to meet the demand for linguistically and culturally competent healthcare providers in the U.S. Specifically, HARC assists healthcare professionals from around the world who have relocated to New York but have been unable to practice their profession in obtaining the necessary credentials and licensure to reenter the healthcare workforce.

Under the supervision of the Director, the Educational Case Manager will provide comprehensive educational case management and counseling services to HARC participants. This role includes assisting participants with their educational and career development, offering support with credentialing processes, training opportunities, and career pathways. At the direction of the Director, the Educational Case Manager may represent the program and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure that participants have access to the essential tools and resources for their success.

This full-time position requires in-person work and hosting learning sessions one to two Saturdays per month (8:30 am - 5:00 pm).

This position is a grant funded position. Renewal is based on funding being available from external sources and the performance review process by external sources and is contingent on the continued receival of those funds.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Job duties specific to this position:

• Collaborate with the Director and Center staff to generate data for grant proposals and reports and participate in the grant writing process.

• Collaborate with the HARC educational case managers to recruit Center participants.

• Conduct assessments of Center participants, which include gathering information on professional education and work experience in the country of origin, education/work experience in the US, a summary of efforts/approaches to practicing the profession, the reason for migration, and an assessment of motivation, strengths, and areas of growth as related to achieving professional goals.

• Collaborate with Center staff to develop a Career Pathway Plan for each participant.

• Successfully provide case management services to assist participants in researching licensing processes, validating credentials, referrals for study courses, assistance with applications, research on alternative career programs, and linkage to opportunities in the health care field.

• Provide brief supportive counseling, motivational counseling, and problem-solving focused on professional transitions and adaptation in the United States.

• Conduct a follow-up assessment of participants to examine progress on interim steps, goals, and barriers encountered.

• Provide other educational/support group activities for participants as needed.

• Collaborate with the Director to promote and advocate for participants by connecting with campus and community partners, employers, and other agencies.

• Collaborate with Center staff to maintain files for all participants in caseload and uphold professional standards of documentation of assessments, plans, and progress notes.

• Collaborate with Center staff to ensure the Center is diverse and inclusive and provides appropriate resources to participants.

• Teach resource courses as needed (ENL, English for Healthcare Professions, etc.).

• Create and implement a Center marketing and communication plan in collaboration with the HARC Director and the Office of Marketing and Communications.

• Coordinate the development of recruitment and other promotional and informational materials (website development, brochures, etc.).

• Other duties as assigned by the Director of the HARC

Job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:

• Demonstrates and role-models all of Le Moyne’s mission-based competencies (collaboration, communication, diversity, integrity, leadership and service) in every interaction with all community members and external parties.

• Strengthen digital literacy skills through education and the application of digital technologies in order to effectively engage in information gathering, utilization and data management while promoting a security culture.

• Supports cura personalis by treating all individuals with dignity, professionalism and kindness.

• Promotes cura apostolica by aligning professional goals, objectives, and performance with college’s strategic goals.

• Demonstrates excellent work attendance, reliability and work ethic.

• Attends and actively participates in required meetings and training sessions.

• Complies and adheres to all of Le Moyne’s established policies, procedures and codes of conduct at all times, including all health and safety requirements and regulations, to promote desired behavior and build awareness.

• Must complete all required federal, state, institution and department trainings.

• Engages in a planned program of professional development. Continually maintains skills and knowledge relative to the position and technology industry including best practice, evolving operational requirements, and industry trends.

• Performs a variety of related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Master’s degree in education, law, health-related field, or social work

• Bi-multilingual proficiency in spoken and written English and an additional language

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and one to two Saturdays a month.

• Experience in grant writing, case, and budget management.

• Experience managing grant budgets.

• Knowledge of health care professions in New York State.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Self-starter enthusiastic about establishing the Center’s processes and workflows.

• Ability to represent the Center to prospective participants and community partners.

• Ability to interact with a variety of personalities professionally.

• Ability to work professionally and ethically within a multicultural setting, including maintaining confidentiality and privacy of persons, documents, data, and communications.

• Competent in virtual working and teaching applications.

Additional Information:

Le Moyne Benefits

403(b) Retirement contribution- (9.5% Employer match)
Generous tuition coverage
Health insurance options- (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
Health Savings Accounts- (Partially Employer funded) 
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance- (Employer paid)
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
Voluntary benefits- (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)
12 paid holidays
Generous time off package 

35 hours per week

Pay Range:  $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Equal Employment Opportunity

Le Moyne College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.  Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. 

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position please click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:

* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references

Salary : $28 - $32