Case Manager - Employment Institute - Central PA

Auberle is seeking a passionate, mission driven, servant-leader who is committed to our mission of helping build strong individuals, families, and communities.

• Auberle Seeks:** Central Pennsylvania Employment Institute Case Manager
  
  

As a dynamic, faith-based nonprofit, Auberle builds strong individuals, families, and communities through more than two dozen holistic programs that reach across Pennsylvania. We serve thousands of individuals and families each year through five core program areas: Workforce Development, Housing, Young Adult Services, Foster Care, and Behavioral Health. Our staff is comprised of more than 200 passionate individuals who are dedicated to finding innovative solutions to our community's most difficult problems. We are committed to building and sustaining an equitable and inclusive work environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion are celebrated and valued.

The quality of Auberle's services has been repeatedly recognized both regionally and nationally many times. We were named national Agency of the Year by the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities. The Aramark Building Community Organizational Leadership Award was for "great leadership, strategic governance, a focus on equity, a culture of partnership and innovation, and a commitment to values-based advocacy," (Aramark press release). We have received a host of regional awards for excellence, leadership, innovation, and sustainability. We were selected as a Top Nonprofit Workplace in the nation by Energage and 11 years in a row as a Top Work Place by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, all based on confidential staff surveys.

• Position Overview:** The Employment Institute, Auberle's nationally recognized workforce development program, places unemployed and underemployed individuals in career track employment with benefits, impacting future generations. We are embarking on an exciting expansion in the Central Pennsylvania Region. The Employment Institute Case Manager is a mission driven person excited to support the goals and benchmarks of our young people (ages 18-24) as they embark on career journeys in the healthcare field. Case managers assist in the screening and assessment of a program participants' skills and areas of interest for careers. The Case Managers will also work closely with the participants in developing work ethic, soft skills and addressing any other barriers that exist that prevent the participants from reaching their goals. Case Managers must demonstrate strong mentoring skills for the individuals that they will be working with. In addition to serving as a dynamic role model, this position will also form good working relationships with community partners and employers to help participants maintain their employment.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of program participants across two counties, conducting eligibility assessments, collecting paperwork and vital documents, making home visits, and delivering one-on-one case management services to identify skills, interests, and barriers to employment.
• Travel 75% of the time to meet participants in person, support their career readiness, and ensure engagement in the program.
• Assist participants in developing strong work ethic, soft skills, and other necessary competencies that will increase their employability and career advancement potential.
• Help participants identify and overcome personal or professional barriers that prevent them from achieving their employment goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized case plans and track progress toward goals and provide ongoing guidance.
• Serve as a dynamic role model and mentor, demonstrating leadership and support throughout the participants' journeys.
• Collaborate with Auberle staff, employer partners, and community organizations to find innovative solutions to help participants secure high-quality jobs with benefits.
• Engage with local businesses to foster par nerships and facilitate job placements for participants.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of participant progress, documentation of services, and case management activities in compliance with Auberle's policies and the Commonwealth Workforce Development System (CWDS).
• Attend team meetings and engage with employer partners to share best practices and strategies for successful program outcomes.
• Adhere to all agency policies, procedures, and federal/state regulations related to case management.
  
  

Principal Qualifications And Skills

• Bachelor's degree preferred, but related experience working with young adults would be accepted
• ACT 33/34 and FBI Clearances
• Valid PA driver's license, vehicle, and proof of insurance
• Reliable transportation for frequent travel across multiple counties (approximately 75% of the time).
• Meet the required Skills and Abilities described herein
• Compensation:** $25-26.50/hour reflecting the level of skill and ability expected of applicants which includes medical, dental and vision coverage for both individual and family.
  
  

**If you are highly motivated, passionate about the community and ready to help change the world - be sure to apply!** **EOE**

• Random drug testing may be conducted to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties for this position, but an idea of the work to be done.**