Case Planner at Rising Ground, Inc.

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Assessment, Engagement, Treatment Planning, Documentation, Collaboration, Communication, Time Management, Bilingual, Cultural Awareness, Microsoft Applications, Child Welfare Experience, Analytic Process, Outcome Review, Strategy Revision, Flexibility, Support Services

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Organization Overview: Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 25,000 individuals. We do this through 50 programs in 70 locations throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity shows not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in downtown Brooklyn. Job Summary: Family Connections (FC) Case Planner provides evidence-based intervention for youth and their families. This high-quality, strength-focused family counseling model is designed primarily for at-risk families who have been referred by ACS or their community. Services are conducted in home settings and can also be provided in schools and child welfare facilities. Flexible schedule including some nights and weekends, depending on the needs of the client. Job Responsibilities: * Conduct assessment including review of referral information, identifying, and engaging key participants, identifying systemic strengths and weaknesses, and developing an analysis of the fit problem behaviors within the family and community dynamic. * Engage primary caregivers and other key participants in active change-oriented treatment by identifying and overcoming barriers to engagement. * Implement problem conceptualization, treatment planning, intervention implementation, outcome review and strategy revision procedure using the models Analytic Process. * Maintain clear and concise documentation of treatment efforts that promote peer and supervisory review and feedback, and that demonstrate compliance with model Analytic Process. * Collaborate with all relevant systems and key participants within each system to ensure their buy-in and cooperation throughout treatment. * Participate in all model program training, supervision, and consultation activities. Your Qualifications: * Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred * Good written and oral communication skills; computer literate. * Experience in child welfare field strongly preferred. * Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner while managing competing priorities. * Bilingual preferred, (preferably Spanish, French/Creole) to conduct case management for our families. * Proficient use of Microsoft applications; knowledge of PROMIS/CNNX desired. Cultural awareness and sensitivity when serving clients that come from different backgrounds and walks of life. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility: No Work Environment: Hybrid (Field/Corporate Office) Travel (required): Travel requirements may include travel from Rising Ground sites and various locations, including home-based counseling and school visits. Work-related travel expenses will be reimbursed by the agency. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position, scheduled appropriate to the needs of clients and families. This position calls for a thirty-five (35) hour work week, but more than 35 hours per week may from time to time be required. The days and hours of work are Monday through Friday in our department location office at 500 Bergen office in the Bronx. Work hours are typically 9:00 am - 5:00 pm when in the office. Physical Requirements: Must have the ability to complete all standard administrative and support tasks including but not limited to climbing up and down stairs, operation of computers/phones/fax/printer/copy machine, and the ability to lift boxes, furniture, and equipment up to 50lbs. Must be able to travel from the various locations and sites of Rising Ground. Additional Requirements: * Authorized to work in the U.S. * Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 3 days or more per week. * Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required)

Responsibilities

The Case Planner conducts assessments and engages families in treatment to promote positive change. They implement treatment plans and collaborate with various systems to ensure effective support for at-risk families.