JOB DESCRIPTION

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Job Title: Case Manager, Erie County Independent Living Program

Classification: Regular Full Time

Department: Erie County Independent Living Program

Immediate Supervisor: ILP Supervisor

Job Summary:

Responsible for overseeing the case load of young adults ranging in age from 14 to 23 years. This position will work as a team to assist the youth in learning the necessary skills that will lead them to become independent and self sufficient.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Provide the necessary skills for youth to prepare them for independency and self sufficiency.
• Participate in a team approach to effectively educate the youth in life skills.
• Complete initial and subsequent assessment for referred cases.
• Aid in the development and documentation of a Case Plan for each youth while receiving services.
• Provide guidance, counseling, and independency preparation for youth.
• Aid clients in recognizing personal short term and long term goals and in determining suitable successive goals.
• Provide education related to independency and self sufficiency in individual and group formats.
• Research and utilize community resources that support aspects of independency and self sufficiency.
• Provide case management and coordination of youth pertaining to program.
• Oversee and coordinate referrals and subsequent communication through. community resources for the benefit of each youth.
• Provide coordination in youth cases when multiple agencies/services are involved.
• Professionally represent the program in meetings, public forums, and court appearances, as required.
• Provide transportation for youth to appointments, job interviews, school visits, and other related activities.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with all agency personnel and outside agencies (OCY, Family Services, schools, etc.).
• Act as a positive role model to youth by maintaining a professional demeanor and ethical manner at all times.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess effective communication skills, both verbal and written. This includes the ability to converse with residents and families of various socioeconomic backgrounds in a professional manner.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, organizational ability, plus working knowledge of young adult development is required.
• Knowledge of services needed and available for older youth in order to prepare for independence.
• Ability to develop relationships within the community to support programs for older youth.

Required Education, Experience, and Clearances:

• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• FBI, Child Abuse History, PA State Police, and Driver Clearances. Other clearances may be required dependent on residency status.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person