Employment Caseworker

Location & Department

Mt. Morris, NY | Employment and Housing Services

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8-4, 35 hours

General Description

Under the general supervision of the lead employment case manager, the employment case manager is responsible for engaging individuals in job readiness related activities to obtain the skills necessary in preparing for future employment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Works with the following cases as outlined within the interorganizational design of the employment program:
  • Recipients (A-M) or (N-Z), code 41/42 and possible other codes, as assigned
  • Non-compliant recipient management
  • WEP, HSE, ESL and Job Search assignment
• Worksite development
• Completes bi-weekly client list for receiving gasoline and submit for payment to finance
• Ensures that all gas stations are notified of current clients receiving gas (Fax, drop off, call in to each station)
• Meets with WFD when needed to ensure design is working
• Meets with DSS examiners as needed
• Comply with all contract requirements
• Utilizes process of contacting each client through:
  • Telephone call (if number available)
  • If phone call is not successful a home visit is completed
  • If client not home, a letter is generated and printed on site and left addressed to client -or- A second attempt at both 1 and 2 may be needed depending on circumstances
• Once contact is made with clients, individual appointments are set to continue meeting and engage clients regularly
• Places participants in an appropriate work site within county, based on individual need using referral system CMS
• Engage all participants in employment activities to help them become work ready
• Supports Client Employment Plans- ensuring they are updated regularly
• Ensures CMS case notes reflect change in case status as needed
• Attend staff meetings, and other required meetings
• Participating at agency functions as appropriate
• Attends mandatory training
• Completes other duties as assigned

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees are required to follow appropriate supervisory directions and perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma

Experience: 1-2 years of case management experience in a human services setting

Relevant years of experience and education will be considered.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check. CCDOR considers all background check information in accordance with applicable law.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 403b retirement plan
• Generous time off package and work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Intrinsic reward of truly making a difference in people's lives