Case Manager at Hope For Prisoners

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

62000.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Career Counseling, Coaching, Client Support, Conflict Resolution, Data Entry, Case Plan Development, Resume Writing, Interview Preparation, Career Assessments, Workforce Development, Program Eligibility, Workshop Facilitation, Record Keeping, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

Industry

Description

Description Do you want to make a difference for others come and join our team. Our company “Hope for Prisoners” assists with reentry by providing currently incarcerated or the formerly incarcerated long-term support and services as they work to reclaim their lives, families and standing in the community. We give them hope. Hope changes lives. HFP is a growing organization with strong community partners including Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the Las Vegas faith-based community. Review our company website at: Home - Hope for Prisoners. Work Schedule: Ability to work full-time (Mon-Fri, 8:30 – 5:00 with schedule flexibility). Must be motivated and enthusiastic about helping others, and a commitment to delivering results by encouraging, guiding, supporting, and monitoring the success of our client’s career journey. The Case Manager/Career Advisor has a pivotal role on the team that will provide career counseling and coaching to assist clients enhance their training and professional skillset to obtain employment in their desired area. This position will be responsible for managing and supporting a caseload of clients as they navigate their employment journey. Experience with case management with the reentry population, coping with high-stress at-risk clientele, and conflict resolution. Must have knowledge of barriers to entry into the workforce for the re-entry population and problem-solving approaches to assist clients with gaining employment. Case managers at HFP are responsible for encouraging, guiding, supporting, and monitoring the success of program participants. Case managers may specialize within the organization working on initial intake and support services to assist clients in adjusting and stabilizing, or work with clients proceeding to career and next step goals. What you need to bring Education Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, education, counseling, or similar. Associates degree with three (3) years of case management or an industry credential may be substituted for education. Required Experience Experience working in workforce development, WIOA, transitional housing programs, or similar grant-funded programs. Type 45-44 WPM Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance with good driving record. Experience in developing case plans and career path guidance. Familiarity with reentry populations Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Excel. Experience with Microsoft One Drive, saving documents, Using Outlook, Scheduling appointments using Microsoft Calendar, Abode Acrobat, and simultaneously using multiple software programs. Have experience with data entry to maintain and update case files Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws and regulations including employment laws. Ability to create and deliver presentations and workshops. Requirements Case Manager/Career Coach Job Duties & Responsibilities Coaching & Career Services Develop career plans with participants that map the steps necessary to reach short- and long-term career and/ or academic goals. Utilizes industry standards to advise clients toward careers of interest and growth. Conducts industry-focused assessments to gauge their readiness in various career pathways. Maintains continuous contact with customers in caseload to provide on-going career services, case management, career advising, and regularly monitors progress to ensure completion of academic or occupational goals. Job & Resume Preparation Ability to coach on resume writing, job search techniques and interview skills and develop / facilitate workshops on topics to client groups. Coaches and instructs on resume and cover letter creation, job search techniques, interview preparation. Provide job search assistance, including resume building and interview preparation. Career Assessments Provides comprehensive career assessments that determine interests and aptitude for placements. The capability of assisting jobseekers in understanding career options based on their short and long-term career goals. Assist clients in recommending helpful workforce programs and services at the local, state, and federal level that they are eligible to enroll and participate by conducting the intake process and completes program eligibility for various grant funded programs. Conduct initial assessments and develop individualized employment plans for clients. Familiar with varied assessments and tools for career exploration. Uses information from assessments, evaluations, observations, and interviews to develop individual life/career plans. Database Management/Files Manages customer information and enters the required data (service codes and case notes) into the management information system(s) in a timely manner. Observes, receives, and obtains relevant customer information for data entry and prepares customer files. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files/records, including documentation of services provided and outcomes achieved. Ensures that case files meet/exceed all local, state, and federal quality assurance requirements Case Management Manages a case load that may vary from 50-75 unique and individual clients. Knowledge of local agencies assisting with employment opportunities and placement. Client Support Conduct regular check-ins with clients and assess their ongoing employment needs. Assists clients in making informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their developed case plan and program options. Maintains up-to-date records on client efforts, progress, and support needs. Records case and client information in client management software and accurately maintains all necessary forms and release forms. Identifies and documents an individual's need for resources, services, and other support. Coordinates the provision of services by diverse public and private providers. Assists participants to identify and overcome barriers to program success. Maintains client contact to monitor success and provides follow-up services, as necessary. Identifies additional support and resources needed for client’s program success including family, finance, emotional, and physical and mental health issues. Be available to clients who have completed active participation in the program to continue to assist in coaching and advising, as needed. PHYSICAL ABILITIES & WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Frequently move equipment, audio/visual weighing up to 40 pounds. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 50% periods of time. Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office machinery. This would require the ability to move files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, as necessary. The person in this position frequently communicates with clients to provide career opportunities to identify and address client needs by asking questions to gather information. Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and examine documents, records, and files. Must be able to see as needed when meeting with clients. This is a sedentary role; however, some filing is required and preparing/organizing client files. HFP is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Case Manager/Career Advisor provides career counseling and coaching to help clients enhance their skills to obtain employment, managing and supporting a caseload of clients through their employment journey. Responsibilities include developing career plans, conducting assessments, coaching on job search techniques, and maintaining accurate case files.