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VRS Social Worker Assistant/Case Manager

UBA WeCARE provides a continuum of services to help HRA referred cash assistance clients with medical and/or mental health conditions that affect their employability to attain their maximum levels of self-sufficiency. Individuals referred to WeCARE receive medical and psychosocial assessments to identify possible clinical conditions and social barriers that may affect their ability to participate in work-related activities. Based on the results of the assessments, a determination of an individual's functional capacity outcome (FCO) is completed, and a customized service plan is developed to provide a range of services tailored to meet a client's particular needs.

We are currently seeking a VRS Social Worker Assistant/Case Manager (CM)

to join the UBA WeCARE program.

Job Responsibilities:

• The CM is responsible for providing services to WeCARE clients who are deemed to be employable with accommodations.
• The CM implements the service plan with a focus on supporting clients towards employment while reducing barriers to employment.
• The CM will also provide outreach to remind clients of pending appointments and attempt to re-engage clients if they have missed an appointment.

Job Duties:

• Thoroughly review clients' clinical documents (current and previously provided), that support client's employability.
• Complete VRS Service Initiations and maximize clients' engagement.
• Implement the service plans with the clients.
• Manage assigned activities and caseloads.
• Make appropriate childcare referrals.
• Provide Enhanced Case Management services as needed.
• Track and document work activity.
• Identify clients' need for reasonable accommodations.
• Use skills to successfully engage clients and diffuse tension so that they participate in the evaluation process.

Job type: Full time

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Setting:

• Outpatient Clinic
• In-person and telephonic services

License/Certification:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Length of Experience Required: 3 Years

Training Required: Knowledge of vocational rehabilitation

Department: Care Management Bargaining Unit: 1199 Campus: MOSES Employment Status: Regular Full-Time Address: 2432 Grand Concourse, Bronx
Shift: Day Scheduled Hours: 8:30 AM-5 PM Req ID: 219510 Salary Range/Pay Rate: $30.33

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