Job Description
JOB SUMMARY The Department Case Manager supports individuals receiving OPWDD and other Regulatory Agencies to ensure the foundation necessary to achieve their highest level of independence as they transition into adulthood. Through person-centered planning, service coordination, and ongoing case management, the Case Manager facilitates access to social, vocational, and community-based opportunities in collaboration with the agency and external providers. The role includes intakes, enrollment for, afterschool and weekend respite services, day habilitation, camp, employment services, and community engagement.
ABOUT YOU The Case Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of individualized service and habilitation plans in accordance with OPWDD/and other Regulatory Agencies. This includes ensuring services promote individualization, independence, inclusion, and productivity, as well as coordinating supports among internal agency departments, families, and external service providers to ensure continuity and quality of care.
The Case Manager will work with the Department Senior Director to ensure all enrollment, reporting and compliance documentation is completed in a timely manner for all current and future programs.
WHAT YOU’LL DO - Oversees client care by assessing treatment needs during the intake and enrollment process; developing, monitoring, and evaluating individualized treatment plans; facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration; and monitoring staff performance.
- Manages the admission of new clients by reviewing records and applications and conducting comprehensive orientations.
- Determines client needs through intake interviews; coordinating therapeutic, medical, psychosocial, and psychiatric evaluations; and reviewing clinician evaluations, treatment objectives, and care plans.
- Establishes and coordinates treatment programs by developing schedules and routines; overseeing service delivery; and arranging necessary resources, including transportation and escorts.
- Monitors ongoing cases by tracking attendance; evaluating treatment effectiveness and client responses; advocating for services and entitlements; securing additional resources; and offering ongoing client support.
- Maintains accurate and compliant client records by reviewing case documentation and systematically recording significant events and progress updates.
- Communicates client progress through weekly interdisciplinary meetings and formal evaluations; disseminates outcomes, barriers, and contributing treatment factors to clinical teams and families.
- Facilitates client transition by reviewing and strengthening transition plans; coordinating post-transition services; educating and training family members; and providing appropriate community resources.
- Improves treatment outcomes by analyzing, evaluating, and redesigning programmatic operational processes; implementing evidence-based improvements; and updating policies and procedures accordingly.
- Prepares comprehensive reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing treatment outcomes, performance metrics, and trends; compiling statistical data; and completing grant and subsidy applications.
- Maintains professional expertise by engaging in continuing education, reviewing professional literature, networking with peers, and participating in relevant professional organizations.
- Strengthens departmental and organizational reputation by proactively assuming responsibility for new initiatives and identifying opportunities to add value and improve service delivery.
OUR REQUIREMENTS - Must have a valid NY State Driver’s License
- Experience within a human service-related environment.
- 2 years’ experience working with the Special Needs Population
- Knowledge of OPWDD Policies
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: - Preferred BA/BS degree in Special Education, Social Work, Psychology- or any other Human Service-related field
SALARY - Full-time
- 40 Hours $50,000 - $55,000
BENEFITS The JCC of Staten Island is committed to keeping you and your family healthy and happy through a comprehensive benefits program. Offerings include: subsidized options for Medical; offerings for Dental and Vision coverage, FSA and Dependent Care. We also offer free LTD, STD, Life Insurance, a Pension, 403B, generous program discounts, free membership, ample time off and much more!
ABOUT US The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island was founded in 1929 with the goal of creating a home for the Jewish community by offering social, recreational, and educational activities. Over time, that mission expanded to help anyone who walked through the doors of any of our facilities. The JCC has become a true community center—not just for the Jewish community, but for the entirety of Staten Island.
Programs serve the needs we see in our community and are constantly expanding to meet new demand. We serve people of all walks of life, from young children to seniors and everyone in between. The JCC is proud to offer services that help improve the quality of life for people on Staten Island and beyond. We strive to help those in need as well as provide recreational and educational opportunities for our members. The JCC of Staten Island is dedicated to encouraging harmony throughout the community by providing facilities and programs that are open to all regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or political affiliation. Everyone is welcome at the JCC.
Job Tags
Full time, Weekend work