A long-standing organization dedicated to providing social services to low-income and homeless populations in the New York City area is currently seeking Bilingual Case Managers for their Bronx location. You would be tasked with managing a caseload of clients, connecting them with needed medical, mental health, and/or substance abuse services. Spanish-speaking social workers looking to create advancements in their career and enrich the lives of those in need are encouraged to apply directly to this job post!

The base pay for this position is $24 to $26 per hour. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of the offer. This is a true temp-to-perm role; you can gain access to company benefits, paid time off, and more perks once you transition!

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct case management services (on-site and in the field). Case management services will include but not limited to mental health and substance use assessments, developing and updating service plans, and assistance with obtaining public assistance
• Using a person centered approach, provide case management services and assessments rooted in evidence based models such as Motivational Interviewing, Critical Time Intervention and Harm Reduction.
• Coordinate and document clinical case management and psychosocial services while also documenting the overall effectiveness of the case management services provided.
• Serve as a liaison between tenant and community providers.
• Facilitate groups with a focus on life skills, education and support, relapse prevention and mental health counseling.
• Coordinate aftercare services and follow-up contacts for post-discharge updates.
• Conduct outreach and engagement including apartment visits and inspections.
• Participate in community development efforts such as Community Meetings and supporting the residence in establishing partnerships with other providers in the community.
• Utilize trauma informed interventions and culturally responsive engagement techniques to assist tenants with overcoming barriers to housing stability.
• Participate in community initiatives to fulfil Jericho Project’s mission to end homelessness
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social work or human services related field required
• Minimum of two years experience in the human service field required
• Prior case management experience with at-risk/homeless populations required
• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish