Case Manager (Domestic Violence)

 

EAC Network, a not-for-profit social service agency that empowers, assists, and cares for over 62,888 people in need through 100 programs across Long Island and NYC, seeks a Case Manager (Domestic Violence) to work full time for its Abusive Partner Intervention Program (APIP

The Case Manager (Domestic Violence) position is a non-exempt position paying $28.65 per hour at 35 hours per week. The hours of operation are Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM and the office is located in Brooklyn, NY. The role reports to the Program Director.

Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical

• Dental

• 401K

• Vision

• Very generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & More

 

Primary Purpose of Job:

The Case Manager (Domestic Violence) provides screening, treatment planning, monitoring, case management, court reporting and group facilitation of eligible DV cases.

 

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Act as liaison to the courts, provide case-finding and screening services for domestic violence cases and establish an in-person relationship with the relevant court actors. Complete treatment planning to address the employment skills and training needs, educational needs, housing needs, alcohol/substance dependency, mental health needs, and physical health needs of clients and assist clients in achieving their treatment plan goals and completing their plea responsibilities. Conduct assessment and orientation sessions for participants referred to the program following the program curriculum. Schedule participants for sessions. Co-facilitate themed batterer intervention sessions utilizing control logs, assignments, and exercises. Maintain participant attendance. Distribute letters of attendance. 8Attend trainings/meetings as scheduled. Maintain case documentation available for review by supervision at any time, i.e. client records, including progress notes and all other relevant information to assist clients and to comply with program requirements. Follow up with all program referrals and confirm client attendance. Maintain a caseload of clients and monitor their participation through case management appointments, reviewing progress reports and conferencing cases. Prepare and present written and oral status reports to the criminal justice system in a timely manner regarding client's progress. Investigate and arrange supportive services for clients. Provide crisis intervention and address emergencies related to housing, food, medical needs, and any concrete need as presented by client. Conduct drug testing on clients of the program as needed.

 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:

Associates degree in a helping profession or educational equivalent and experience working in intervention programs with criminal justice involved participants. Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to work cooperatively with treatment providers and criminal justice systems. Must be proficient in computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, Microsoft Office applications, calendar, and email and/or database software necessary to perform work assignments. Ability to handle difficult situations in a professional manner manifesting sound judgment and resourcefulness.