Case Manager 

 

Looking to make a real difference? Join EAC Network, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting over 62,888 individuals across Long Island and NYC. We’re seeking a part-time Case Manager for our Alternatives for Youth (AFY) Program to provide vital support to families in crisis.

Why This Role?

Competitive Pay: $21/hour at up to 18 hours per week. Hours are flexible, evenings and weekends required  Location: Central Islip, NY, with travel throughout Suffolk County for home visits. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO).

 

Your Mission:
As a Bilingual Case Manager, you’ll provide hands-on, home-based support to both English- and Spanish-speaking families dealing with crises like substance abuse, mental illness, and behavioral challenges. Your goal? Help them find stability and avoid the need for legal interventions.

 

What You’ll Do:

Assist Families in Crisis: Work closely with families to resolve issues that led them to seek help through a PINS petition (Person in Need of Supervision), offering support for substance abuse, mental health, and behavioral problems. Provide Intensive Case Management: Conduct home-based visits, assess needs using the Child and Adult Needs Assessment (CANS), and create personalized Family Intervention Plans. Crisis Intervention: Be the first line of support, offering crisis intervention to guide families toward stability. Connect Families with Resources: Make referrals to partner agencies and find new resources when necessary. Follow up to ensure progress is being made. Teach Behavior Management: Help parents and youth develop positive behavior management strategies to foster a healthy home environment. Stay Organized: Maintain detailed case records and progress notes, ensuring everything is updated in the system on time. Be on Call: Respond to families reaching out via the AFY hotline during scheduled times. Help with Logistics: Provide transportation for clients when needed for emergency resources like clothing or medication. Lead Workshops: Develop and facilitate monthly educational workshops for adolescents, providing life skills and guidance. Participate in Youth Events: Get involved in monthly recreational activities and lead weekly adolescent groups for both girls and boys.

 

What we are looking for:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree with at least one year of experience working with children and adolescents, or at least one year in community/social service work. Valid Driver’s License: You’ll need your own vehicle for client visits and transport. Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using Microsoft Office, email, and databases to manage case records. Ongoing Learning: Participate in 20 hours of training during your first 6 months, with another 20 hours in the next 6 months. Training covers areas like mediation, substance abuse, mental health, and juvenile justice.

 

Why Join Us?

Supportive Environment: A compassionate work culture with a commitment to professional development and industry-leading training. Impactful Work: Take on a role that will not only impact your community. Great for young professional who are interested in the human service field.