Forensic Case Manager - Bronx Treatment Alternative for Safer Communities (TASC) Mental Health Job Details Job Location 1020 Grand Concourse N. Professional Wing, Bronx, NY, 10451 - Bronx, NY Position Type Full Time Education Level Bachelors Degree Salary Range $27.00 - $27.00 Hourly Travel Percentage Up to 25% Job Category Human Service Join Our Team as a Forensic Case Manager!   Are you passionate about supporting Behavioral Health & Justice Involved Population and making a real difference in their lives? EAC Network, a leading not-for-profit social service agency dedicated to helping over 79,000 people through 100 impactful programs across Long Island and NYC, is looking for a dedicated full time Forensic Case Manager to join the Bronx Treatment Alternatives for Safer Communities (TASC) Mental Health Program.   Salary:  $27 Schedule:Monday- Friday: 9AM-5PM Location: Bronx, NY Reports to: Program Director What drives the core purpose of this job: The Forensic Case Manager provides screening, treatment planning, case management, and court reporting of eligible substance abusing and/or mentally ill (co-occurring) clients. What are the key Responsibilities: + Act as a liaison to the courts and correctional facilities. Provide screening services within the judicial system for clients involved with alcohol or drug abuse and/or presents evidence of mental illness in order to ascertain appropriate treatment. + Following a comprehensive screening works with supervision to effectuate referrals to mental health, drug abuse, or alcoholism facility and accompanies and/or arranges transportation for clients to the appropriate facility when necessary. + Assist clients in applying for and receiving public and private benefits. + 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. + Maintain a caseload of clients and monitor their participation in the treatment program through case management appointments, reviewing progress reports, and conferencing cases with treatment personnel. + Prepare and present written and oral status reports to the criminal justice system in a timely manner regarding client's progress. + Investigate and recommend supportive services for clients. + Conduct drug testing on clients of the Program as needed. + Timely visits to treatment and correctional facilities. What key knowledge, skills, and abilities are required to excel in this role: + Minimum of an Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, counseling, forensic psychology, psychology, sociology, or criminology (Master’s degree preferred) and/or a significant combination of education and experience in mental health, substance use or criminal justice or a helping profession with at least 2 years of prior experience working in intervention programs with criminal justice involved participants. + Good communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to work cooperatively with treatment 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. + Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) Highly Preferred. What We Offer + Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K with a 3% match after anniversary, 30 days Paid Time Off in your first year, and 14 Paid holidays. + Additional Perks: Short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, wellness benefits, PlumBenefits, Verizon wireless discounts. + At EAC Network, you'll find more than a job—you'll find a supportive, growth-focused workplace that values equity, justice, and belonging. Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, generous PTO, Summer Fridays, and a commitment to wellness, recognized by Cigna’s 2023 Silver Healthy Workforce Designation. Join us and make a real impact in communities across Long Island and NYC!