What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager / Career Counselor position at Tri-County Community Action Agency?
RI Works Case Manager
(SIGN-ON BONUS $$)
Tri-County Community Action Agency has an immediate opening for a full time Case Manager (40 hour per week) to provide case management and supportive services coordination to adults in the Rhode Island Works’ Department. The Case Manager will be responsible for those clients referred by the RI DHS under the RI Works program. The qualified candidate will possess the skills necessary to help clients meet their individual employment service plans which will include, but not be limited to, exploring career options; setting personal and professional goals; facilitating enrollment in advanced training programs; identifying financial needs, and gaining employment. The successful candidate will possess the skills necessary to facilitate workshops supporting the successful completion of their individual service plan. The Case Manager will also manage referrals and performance outcomes through the RI DHS EARRS system. The Case Manager must be able to work independently to manage clients at varying stages of success that may need employment supports, conflict resolution, internal/external referrals, and long and short term follow up. The ideal candidate will have the necessary skills to offer clients positive reinforcement that provides the motivation necessary to help them to achieve their personal goals and individual employment plans. Reliable transportation is a requirement.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s (preferred) or Associate’s in Social Work, Counseling, or related field and work experience helping at-risk individuals achieve their personal or professional goals; strong computer skills (goal tracking requires the use of computers and the Internet); reliable transportation (service locations are based in various parts of the state). Bilingual will be a plus. Benefits include access to health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (vacation and sick); paid holiday time; life and disability insurance; and retirement plan.
Application Process: Please visit our website at www.tricountyri.org to view our current openings. Click on the Job Opportunities link on the bottom of the page; click on “To view all available employment opportunities, click HERE”.
Tri-County Community Action Agency is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Tri-County is committed to treating all applicants and employees fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, limited English proficiency (LEP), gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
