"Jr. Case Manager - Grant funded"

Job Description

The Jr. Case Manager will help plan, coordinate and supervise the activities of individuals enrolled in Youth Employment Program and Summer Youth Employment Programs. The essential role of the Jr. Case Manager will be teaching the participants proper work ethic. Proper work ethic includes honesty and integrity in the workplace; following all rules and procedures as directed; stressing the importance of being on time; understanding acceptable reasons for not reporting to work or leaving early; being cooperative and a team player; respecting co-workers and supervisors; doing your job to the best of your ability; and practicing effective communication skills. The Jr. Case Manager will handle the maintenance of participant records, data entry and case note activities. Organization skills and computer experience a must for this role. Candidate must have strong counseling skills to motivate clients and to identify and overcome barriers using a supportive approach. Act as a coach by preparing and mentoring youth during their Summer Youth Employment Program. This may include encouraging and guiding appropriate dress, attitude, interview skills, and other job readiness training. Includes employer and work site visits. Visiting/monitoring worksites to ensure participants are completing age-appropriate duties, gaining a rewarding work experience, ensuring adequate work is provided with proper supervision, and most vital that youth are in a safe environment. This position requires ability to travel between Orange County Worksites, offices and other locations as needed.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience Required: Associate degree or higher OR completion of 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university; OR two years' experience in the human services field. Must be computer literate.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Bachelor's degree in related field; OR Associate's Degree and one (1) year experience working in job training, placement or human services program
• Good knowledge of the cultural, environmental and personal factors influencing the lives of persons who are economically disadvantaged, low income, unemployed or otherwise facing barriers to employment
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively establish and maintain working relationship with supervising personnel, co-workers, employees and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.

Additional Information:

Deadline for Applying: Open Until Filled

Position begins ASAP

Salary: $43,000 to $57,000 commensurate with experience

Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.

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