Case Manager II; 1271-203-N

For over 125 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers 160-plus programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, and those struggling with mental illness. 

NORC Sheepshead Bay Program provides supportive case management and health related services to the seniors residing in NYCHA housing development in Sheepshead Bay – Nostrand communities. The program assists seniors for healthy aging within the naturally occurring retirement community. The program offers on-site nurse, blood pressure screenings, and medication review. Social Services, available through the program, include case management, advocacy, entitlement assistance, referrals, Recreational/Educational lectures and activities. The program offers Volunteer Opportunities which include escorting seniors to the appointments. Telephone reassurance  and visit homebound seniors are part of the program as well.  

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Case Manager II determines the client needs for assistance, arranges for services, provides information and referral and assists the Program Manager to plan and coordinate education/recreational activities for the Program. 

* Assess needs and provide information, referral and case assistance to seniors. 

* Develop appropriate care plan and follow through to disposition. 

* Maintain records, case files and statistics regarding client files and activities according to DFTA and agency regulations.

* Lead a group discussion at least biweekly.

* Coordinate the publication of center’s monthly newsletter. 

* Bachelor degree in social work or related field.

* Good verbal and written command of the English language. 

* Experience working with the elderly preferred.

* Experience with case assistance and/entitlement counseling. 

* Proficient in computer software applications, Excel, and Microsoft Office. 

* Good time management, organizational and interpersonal skills. 

* Russian/English speaking preferred.

* Able to travel to multiple locations within the five boroughs as needed.