Veteran Case Manager
EAC Network, a not-for-profit social service agency that empowers, assists, and cares for over 62,888 people in need through 100 programs across Long Island and NYC, seeks a Veteran Case Manager to work full time for its Brooklyn Misdemeanor Treatment Veteran's Court Program.
The Veteran Case Manager position is a non-exempt position paying $28 per hour at 35 hours per week. The hours of operation are Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM and the office is located in Brooklyn, NY. The role reports to the Program Director.
Comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Medical
• Dental
• 401K
• Vision
• Very generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & More
Primary Purpose of Job:
The Veteran Case Manager is responsible for assessment and case management of Veterans in the BMVTC program.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct assessment interviews including referral to Psychologist for more extensive testing as needed.
- Complete treatment plan and present to the Court.
- Arrange for and implement placement into appropriate treatment program.
- Assist clients in obtaining benefits as indicated, including public assistance, SSD/SSI, housing, medical and other needs.
- Maintain complete client records and have available for inspection by Supervision at any time.
- Escort clients to treatment facilities when indicated.
- Maintain caseload through ongoing client contact.
- Conduct Seeking Safety groups.
- Make appropriate and timely site visits to all treatment agencies as required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related mental health field or Behavioral Science required or High School Diploma or educational equivalent required and a significant combination of education and experience in substance abuse and mental health.
- Must have working knowledge of treatment programs and Veterans Administration.
- Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to work cooperatively with treatment and mental health systems.
- Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments.
