Care Manager

Description

The Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal justice system. Through our programs, we offer opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. We challenge systems rooted in racism and retribution and fight for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

At Osborne, we are guided by core values and shared beliefs. We honor everyone's capacity to change, celebrate our shared humanity, are united in our pursuit of justice and equity, take all possible steps to keep our commitments and advocate for people and principles with fierce and tenacious determination.

We currently seek a full-time Care Manager to join our Workforce Development team! The Care Manager will improve discharge planning and re-entry outcomes for older incarcerated individuals by providing case management and overall supportive service in preparation for release. The Care Manager will assess each participant's specialized needs and connect them with appropriate services upon their release from New York City Jails. This position will require on-site presence at applicable facilities on the Department of Corrections Rikers Island. This position may be eligible for a hybrid schedule, however hybrid schedules are subject to change with or without notice. 

Salary Range: $27.20 - $29.18 per hour 

Requirements

  Essential Duties:

• Perform screenings on each participant utilizing cognitive and geriatric assessments
• Create comprehensive transitional plans for participants
• Provide case management to participants who are soon to be released
• Utilize individual and group Interactive Journaling sessions to serve participants
• Travel to Rikers Island when needed to conduct in person or virtual  sessions with participants 
• Attend assigned training
• In-person attendance is required to collaborate with co-workers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Human Services, Social Work or a related field with at least two years experience working in a social service setting supporting older adults; in lieu of a degree, High school diploma or equivalent with three years experience in a social service setting supporting older adults or working in a non-profit agency
• Experience providing cognitive and geriatric assessments preferred 
• Prior case management experience 

Key Competencies:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Competence in assessment and conflict-resolution 
• Ability to provide strong attention to detail, time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate effectively with people in different functions
• Ability to travel locally between Osborne Offices and DOC Facility located on Rikers 
• Ability to take the initiative and drive for results
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an organization and build strong relationships
• Bilingual Spanish speaking individuals preferred.

Benefits of Working at Osborne

Generous benefits include four weeks of vacation, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedule, excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, and a 403(b) plan with a company match. Career development through ongoing training and individual development plans.

The Osborne Association is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, or any other protected category. The Osborne Association takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in the Osborne Association. Be sure to include a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. We wish we could personally respond to each application. However, we are unable to do so due to the volume of interest received.

** Salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.