Case Manager - Community Guardianship

Come Join EAC Network as our Case Manager within the Suffolk County Community Guardianship Program

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit agency dedicated to empowering and supporting over 70,000 people through 120 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is seeking a motivated Case Manager to join our Suffolk County Community Guardianship Program.
 

Primary Purpose of Job:

The Case Manager for Guardianship is responsible for all aspects, including personal needs and/or property management of home-based intervention services and case management for incapacitated adults in the Community Guardianship Program.

• Wage: $27 per hour
• Schedule: Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm (35hr workweek)
• Location: 320 Carleton Ave, Suite 8000 in Central Islip, NY

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Within 72 business hours of assignment, contact the relevant parties to begin the fact-finding process and begin developing a service plan, consisting of social, administrative, fiscal, and legal services for Guardianship clients.
• Provide case management support including home visits, telephone reassurance, advocacy and encouragement for clients struggling with problems such as substance abuse, mental illness, housing, and finances.
• Transport and escort clients in own vehicle if necessary to and from appointments when needed to obtain emergency resources or to complete applications.
• Participate in case conferencing for case review and decision-making.
• Maintain up-to-date progress notes on all assigned cases.
• Communicate with judges, referees, lawyers, and DSS caseworkers regarding program participants as well as presenting to community referral sources.
• Complete and submit Initial Report, Interim Reports, Annual Reports and court updates for clients.
• Provide progress notes to finance department for billing.
• Develop measurement strategies to evaluate the effectiveness of the programs.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:

• Bachelors Degree in social or behavioral sciences preferred.
• Must be proficient in office and computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, Calendar program, and e-mail and/or database software skills necessary to perform job responsibilities.
• Minimum of two years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to motivate clients.
• Must have access to automobile and possess valid NY State Drivers license.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Make a significant impact on the lives of individuals battling addiction, mental health and chronic medical conditions.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a compassionate and dedicated team.
• Professional Growth: Benefit from industry-leading training and ongoing development opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K with a 3% match, 30 days of paid time off in your first year, 14 days off for US holidays, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, and wellness benefits.