The LaSalle School is seeking a Lead Case Manager (Full-Time, 40/hours per week, non-exempt/hourly).

Our ideal candidate is energetic case manager with knowledge of and experience with trauma informed treatment, evidence-based practices, able to assess youth needs and identifing ptotentional youth sponsors. Strong computer skills: strong management, leadership, organizational and time management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, efficient documentation and record keeping skills, able to work effectively and collaboratively within a highly diverse multidisciplinary team of service providers and referral agencies; knowledge of all relevant current, and emerging, regulatory requirements (e.g., ORR, etc.)

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Lead Case Manager is responsible for coordinating and providing case management and safe and timely release services to children in LSS care, training new case managers, and supervising the work of case managers. Also, to ensure all program services are provided in accordance with applicable LSS, OCFS, and ORR Policy and Procedures, as well as being responsible for the maintenance of the UC Portal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

General Responsibilities/Duties:

• Provides daily oversight to the case management team to include, but not limited to, guidance related to service delivery and documentation, maintaining compliance with LSS, OCFS, and ORR standards, appropriately managing caseloads, and coordinating on-call scheduling.
• Responsible for working with the child and the child's family/sponsor. This includes locating family members, assessing potential sponsors to unify the child with their families/sponsor, conducting background checks, and other tasks to promote reunification.
• Assess the needs of each child in care, while developing an Individual Service Plan, and facilitate a safe timely release/discharge, in collaboration with the Clinician.
• Plans with the Clinician for conferences, phone calls, and family visits which are to be coordinated with childcare according to team plans.
• Responsible for maintaining case files on his/her caseload and document the provision of services in each child's case file while maintaining ORR/UC database compliance.
• Responsible for completing initial intake, assessments, case reviews, and case notes, to meet program and ORR deadlines.
• Responsible for the facilitation of the preliminary Casey Life Skills and other identified assessment tools.
• Provides transportation and supervision of UC to medical, legal, and other appointments as assigned.
• Coordinates the discharge or transfer of each child including post-release services as indicated.
• Report and discuss cases with third party reviewers, clinical staff, and the Federal Field Specialist
• After hours on-call duties, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Services or other related field with 3+ years of supervisory and case management experience in Human Services.
• Basic Knowledge of English and Spanish language and writing, ability to learn and become bilingual. (Training will be provided)
• New York State Drivers License in good standing as determined by the Agency.

Preferred:

• Master's Degree in Psychology, Human Services or other related field.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish speaking and writing.
• Case Management experience within the Child Welfare system.

About the Agency:

The LaSalle School is a highly regarded, and nationally accredited provider of therapeutic, educational and supportive services designed to accomplish positive, personal growth and lasting change in the lives of youth and families in need. With over a third of our staff employed 10 + years with the agency, many of our employees find this work to be extremely fulfilling and choose to make this a lifelong career. Here at LaSalle, we take pride in our people who share our commitment to the core values of integrity, mutual respect, fairness, and communication. LaSalle School offers competitive compensation and benefits, excellent learning, and development opportunities.

Wage & Benefits:

Hourly Wage: $19.23-$24.04

Paid Time Off:

• Start at 10 days off for vacation, 13 paid holidays a year, 3 personal days, 12 sick days per year and other leave time available dependent on the circumstances.

Benefits & Perks:

• Health/Medical Insurance - Single (LaSalle covers 100% of cost) / 2-person/family (LaSalle covers 50% of coverage)
• Dental Insurance - Single (LaSalle covers 100% of cost) / 2-person/family (LaSalle covers 50% of cost)
• Life Insurance - LaSalle covers 100% of cost at $50,000. Additional coverage can be purchased by employee at cost to employee.
• Flexible Spending and Cafeteria Plans - Employee covers 100% of cost
• Vision Insurance - Employee covers 100% of cost
• Short Term Disability - Employee covers 100% of cost
• Cancer Care and Accident Care plans - Employee covers 100% of cost
• Retirement: LaSalle covers 100% of contribution to Pension, 403b option available to staff - 100% contribution is employee responsibility
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Loan Assistance Program
• Federal Loan Forgiveness Programs - As a non-profit organization, LaSalle School qualifies as an organization to help college debt forgiven over the course of a set number of years--federal requirements must be meet by employee.
• During the first three to six months of employment, LaSalle will ensure that you have the necessary training, which is 100% covered by LaSalle; to be successful in the new position.
• Employee Assistance Program (Capital EAP)
• In partnership with the College of St. Rose; use of Health Center: Pool, Gym, Fitness/Workout Room(s) and The Neil Hellman Library at no charge. Conveniently each are directly across the street from the organization.
• Join us for Breakfast, Lunch, or Dinner in the cafeteria at no cost to the employee during your shift/breaks at LaSalle.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.23 - $24.04 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person

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