FTR Case Planner

About the role

The Family Treatment and Rehabilitation Case Planner at Forestdale works with families facing challenges that endanger their children's safety and well-being. This role involves visiting families, providing counseling, advocating for services, and coordinating with various service providers.

Responsibilities

• Visit families in their homes, communities, or at the agency as needed.
• Provide individual, family, and group counseling as needed.
• Advocate for clients in securing services like public assistance, health insurance, and addressing immigration issues.
• Coordinate and maintain contact with workers at the Administration for Children’s Services.
• Maintain contact with schools, mental health facilities, therapists, and other service providers.
• Participate in Clinical Diagnostic Team Meetings, staff meetings, in-service trainings, and outside trainings for professional development.
• Document all case activity using the systems of record - N.Y.S. Connections and the N.Y.C. PROMIS.
• Absorb and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all agency policies, procedures, and governmental regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited institution.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in case management, counseling, and advocacy services.
• Some knowledge of the child welfare system, preferable.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule.
• Bi-lingual ability preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree: $29.12/hr - $31.04/hr; $30.22/hr - $32.15/hr (Bilingual); $30.22/hr - $33.24/hr (Masters); $31.59/hr - $34.34/hr (Masters (Bilingual)); $34.43/hr - $37.09/hr (Masters (Bilingual & License))

Benefits

Forestdale Inc. offers a supportive and inclusive workplace where diversity and equity are core values. The company is committed to fostering an environment that respects and embraces differences, promoting justice and equality for all.

Pay

Salary range based on education and experience.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule required.

Location

86-57 Midland Parkway, Jamaica, NY 11432