JOB SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Program Director/designee, functions as part of an interdisciplinary team assisting assigned individuals in developing and maintaining viable living, working and social situations in the community by obtaining needed medical, social, psychosocial, educational, financial, vocational and other services.  Attend care coordination meetings, collaborate with ICL in-reach staff and external care coordinators, assess consumer needs and discuss/advocate for needed services.  Travels to/visits consumers' residences or apartments to provide counsel and assistance to help the consumers, within their capabilities and interests, in maintaining the greatest degree of independent living.  The majority of duties are often performed independently under general supervision.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·       Ability to work with consumers/residents, families, and staff in a caring and respectful manner, and with due understanding of and consideration for cultural differences.

·       Ability to serve as a role model to residents/consumers.

·       Ability to develop, evaluate, implement and modify a case management plan, meeting all deadlines and productivity standards.

·       Ability to complete written forms and reports in an accurate and timely manner.

·       Ability to communicate effectively with staff, consumers/residents, families, and the public.

·       Ability to prepare accurate and timely documentation, reports and other written material as assigned.

·       Ability to secure the cooperation of and work effectively with others.

·       Ability to work independently and to conform to all applicable safety and accountability measures.

·       Social Perceptiveness-being aware of other’s reactions and understanding why they react the way they do
Service Orientation-Actively looking for ways to help people.

·       Speaking-Talking to others to effectively convey information.

·       Active Listening-Listening to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate.

·       Problem Identification-Identifying the nature of problems

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years’ experience providing direct services to individuals with mental disabilities. Minimum experience requirements are waived for candidates with a bachelor’s degree that required a one-year practicum working directly with individuals with mental disabilities (e.g., BSW). Current valid NYS driver’s license required.