Family-Centered Services Case Manager

Job Details

Job Location:

Main Office - SCHENECTADY, NY 12307

Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $22.00 - $28.00 Hourly Job Category:
Nonprofit - Social Services

$22-$28/hr

After the successful completion of the introductory period, this position offers the opportunity to work remotely one day per week, subject to organizational needs.

At Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP), we believe in supporting one another as we all work collaboratively towards one common goal - eradicating poverty. By joining our team, you will be joining in the mission to help improve communities, alleviate poverty, and change people's lives. SCAP is an anti-poverty agency dedicated to serving low-income individuals and families who "are in economic, educational or social need."

We recognize the importance of employee satisfaction and will provide you with all the tools you need every step of the way. Here at SCAP, we will provide you with competitive wages, work-life balance, career advancement and an amazing benefits package.

We believe that empowering people is the best way to help families move out of poverty. Come join our team if you're looking to make a positive impact on our local community.

• Paid Personal Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with Company Match!
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental Leave
• AND MORE!

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine whether individuals and families require specialized services, such as mental health or substance abuse treatment, to achieve stability. Help identify unaddressed needs and guide employment planning, ensuring that services are tailored to the specific circumstances of each family.
• Assist families with complex care needs in navigating State and Federal benefits programs to ensure they receive all benefits to which they are entitled and remain in compliance with program requirements, preventing families from losing access to essential supports due to misunderstandings or missed requirements.
• Make referrals to in-house licensed mental health counselors when appropriate or connect customers to Single Point of Access and Children’s Single Point of Access for timely and appropriate mental health and behavioral services. Assist in applying for benefits such as SS or help with obtaining necessary documentation.
• Work as a liaison between families and community service providers to ensure treatment that aligns with each family’s goals for stabilization and well-being, including identifying specific treatment, rehabilitation, and support needs and linking families to appropriate services while monitoring their progress.
• Monitoring of families’ progress to ensure they remain on track with their stabilization plans. Provide supportive services to help families attend appointments and follow through on service plans, preventing disengagement and promoting long-term stability. Collaborate with the in-house employment service staff, community partners as well as county district employment staff as appropriate to develop suitable employment plans.
• Ensure comprehensive access to all SCAP’s services, working with agency colleagues and community partners to fully integrate, streamline and coordinate services.
• Conduct advocacy on behalf of households in a solution-focused manner and represent SCAP in a positive, professional manner.

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work, human services or related field, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Two (2) years’ experience providing related services to families and individuals; one year with a…