Case Manager- Canright

Job Description

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to :

• Interview program participants
• Develop relationships with participants.
• Provide Discharge Plans for HIV / AIDS incarcerated participants in State Prison and halfway houses.
• Conduct orientations in State Prisons, Halfway House and other facilities about our program and HIV / AIDS.
• Provide casework and counseling referral to participants.
• Participate in staff meetings and in the screening process for prospective residents.
• Prepare and maintain client records including social histories, chronological reports, case summaries and other information as needed.
• Provide Health Education for Program participants
• Whenever appropriate, meet with the families of clients and provide referrals.
• Provide appropriate advocacy and referrals for clients seeking housing, legal advice, etc., while encouraging and facilitating client’s independent action.
• Maintain up-to-date records of all activities and submit weekly reports to supervisory staff.
• Medical Housing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Experience :

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or four years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Math Ability :

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability :

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations where only limited information exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule formats.

Computer / TYPING Skills :

Strong computer skills including Windows and Microsoft Office Suite. Must demonstrate Basic Knowledge of Computer interface such as Modems, routers, and Printers. Should be capable of

basic trouble shooting techniques.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

ASSOCIATION PHILOSOPHY :

All Association employees must be committed to the New Jersey Association on Correction’s philosophy : To promote social justice and human dignity in the policies  and institutions which govern offenders  and victims of crime through educational, legislative and rehabilitative programs.

The New Jersey Association on Correction is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, lawful political affiliation or group membership, physical handicap, age, marital status, sexual orientation, prior involvement in the criminal justice system, off the job lawful activities or physical appearance.

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